NZ vs WI 2nd T20I: West Indies Eye Another Win, New Zealand Look To Bounce Back
The West Indies started their New Zealand tour with a bang — clinching a tight 7-run victory in the first T20I at Eden Park. It was one of those matches that reminded fans why T20 cricket is pure drama — thrilling finishes, quick momentum shifts, and a crowd that couldn’t sit still.
Now, as both teams return to the same ground for the second T20I on Thursday at 11:45 AM IST, the big question is — can the Windies double their lead or will the Kiwis hit back?
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Hope, Chase, and Seales Star in Windies’ Win
The first match saw Shai Hope leading from the front with a calm and composed innings. Roston Chase played the perfect supporting act — contributing with both bat and ball, while young pacer Jayden Seales impressed everyone with his sharp spells and crucial wickets.
Despite late resistance from New Zealand, the Caribbean side held their nerves in the death overs to go 1-0 up in the series.
New Zealand’s Middle Order Falters
New Zealand looked comfortable in the chase early on. Devon Conway and Daryl Mitchell got decent starts, but the Kiwis’ middle order crumbled under pressure. Without solid partnerships, their innings lost direction and momentum.
For the hosts, Thursday’s match is a chance to regroup and fix their batting approach — especially on a pitch that doesn’t forgive poor shot selection.
Eden Park Pitch Report
Eden Park’s surface was slightly on the slower side in the first T20I and is expected to behave similarly this time. Batting upfront will be easier, but the pitch tends to slow down later, bringing spinners and cutters into play.
Fast bowlers could find movement early, but once the ball loses shine, batters will need to rely on placement more than power. The toss will again be crucial, and batting first might just be the smarter call.
NZ vs WI 2nd T20I: Match Time, Live Streaming, and Telecast Details
- Match Date: Thursday, November 6, 2025
- Time: 11:45 AM IST
- Venue: Eden Park, Auckland
- TV Broadcast (India): Sony Sports Network
- Live Streaming: SonyLIV, FanCode, and Amazon Prime Video
Cricket fans can also follow live score updates on AxpertMedia.in for ball-by-ball highlights, key stats, and post-match insights.
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Full Squads
New Zealand: Tim Robinson, Devon Conway (wk), Rachin Ravindra, Daryl Mitchell, Mark Chapman, Michael Bracewell, James Neesham, Mitchell Santner (c), Zakary Foulkes, Nathan Smith, Jacob Duffy, Ish Sodhi, Kyle Jamieson, Mitchell Hay
West Indies: Alick Athanaze, Brandon King, Shai Hope (wk) (c), Sherfane Rutherford, Roston Chase, Romario Shepherd, Rovman Powell, Jason Holder, Akeal Hosein, Khary Pierre, Jayden Seales, Shamar Springer, Amir Jangoo, Matthew Forde, Ackeem Auguste
What To Expect
Expect another tight game. West Indies look balanced with both experience and energy, while New Zealand’s home advantage could still turn the tide. If the Kiwis’ top order clicks, this series could level up fast.
Either way, fans are in for another cracking morning of cricket — full of sixes, strategy, and suspense.
