NZ vs WI, 3rd T20I: New Zealand Wins by Nine Runs in Thrilling Finish
Seamer Kyle Jamieson held his nerve once again in the final over to secure a nine-run victory for New Zealand against West Indies in a tense third T20 International on Sunday.
The visitors pushed hard to chase New Zealand’s total of 177 for nine in Nelson but fell short, finishing at 168. Romario Shepherd was caught in the deep off the penultimate ball after scoring a career-best 49.
New Zealand now leads the five-game series 2-1, continuing a pattern where the chasing team fell just short in each match.
West Indies' Late Fightback
West Indies seemed out of the contest at 88 for eight in the 13th over, but Romario Shepherd and fellow seamer Shamar Springer mounted a strong recovery.
- Shepherd and Springer scored 78 runs together in just over 6 overs.
- Springer was caught and bowled by Jacob Duffy for 39, with one over remaining.
With 12 runs needed off the last over, Jamieson’s tight bowling allowed just two runs in his first four balls before dismissing Shepherd to seal the win.
Jamieson's Impact
Jamieson had also been critical in New Zealand’s previous victory in Auckland, conceding only 12 runs in the final over of a three-run win that leveled the series.
His composure under pressure proved decisive in back-to-back tense finishes for New Zealand.
Match Summary
- New Zealand scored 177 for 9.
- West Indies scored 168 all out.
- Series score: New Zealand leads 2-1.
West Indies' late surge highlighted their resilience, but Jamieson's skillful bowling closed out the contest in New Zealand's favor.
Author's summary: Kyle Jamieson's calm and effective bowling in the final overs helped New Zealand edge out West Indies by nine runs, gaining a 2-1 series lead.