New Zealand Vs West Indies, 3rd T20I: Kiwis Survive Late Scare To Seal 9-Run Victory | Outlook India

New Zealand vs West Indies, 3rd T20I: Kiwis Secure 9-Run Win

New Zealand defeated West Indies by nine runs in the third T20 international at Nelson on Sunday, November 9. This victory gave New Zealand a 2-1 lead in the five-match series.

Series Overview

Match Summary: 3rd T20I

New Zealand won the toss and chose to bat first, aiming to take control of the series. The openers successfully negotiated the early bowling attack, with crucial middle-order contributions from Devon Conway (56) and Daryl Mitchell (41). Their efforts helped set a competitive total of 177 for 9 in 20 overs.

West Indies bowlers fought back towards the end to keep New Zealand from surpassing 190 comfortably.

Chasing 178, West Indies attempted to apply early pressure, but the New Zealand bowlers struck key blows. Ish Sodhi was particularly effective, taking a wicket and contributing to a run out in his bowling spell.

Ish Sodhi was named Player of the Match for his excellent bowling performance.

Author's summary: New Zealand’s clinical bowling and steady batting helped them overcome a late West Indies challenge to claim a crucial nine-run win, taking a 2-1 series lead.

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