New Zealand vs West Indies 3rd T20I Live Score
Chasing a target of 178 runs, West Indies lost seven wickets and faced a tough challenge. New Zealand posted 177/9 in 20 overs, led by Devon Conway's 56 and Daryl Mitchell's 41 at Saxton Oval, Nelson.
New Zealand Batting Highlights
- Devon Conway scored a strong 56 runs.
- Daryl Mitchell contributed 41 runs.
The West Indies bowlers fought back impressively to keep the total under 180, preventing New Zealand from surpassing the 200-run mark.
West Indies Bowling Performance
- Jason Holder took two wickets.
- Matthew Forde also claimed two wickets.
West Indies Chase and Fall
West Indies scored 168 before being all out, falling short of the 178-run target by nine runs.
“Romario Shepherd holes out to Daryll Mitchell as West Indies fall short by nine runs.”
Jacob Duffy bowled with precision, and despite Romario Shepherd hitting boundaries—including one over Duffy's head—New Zealand managed to break the partnership.
Shamar Springer's Lower-Order Fight
Shamar Springer put on an exciting display, hitting Jimmy Neesham for a four and then a six in the 18th over, raising hopes for the Windies. He finished the over with another six.
“Duffy took a crucial low catch to dismiss Springer, turning the tide in New Zealand's favor.”
Series Status
The five-match T20I series is currently locked at 1-1, making the upcoming games crucial for both sides.
Summary: New Zealand posted a competitive total fueled by Conway and Mitchell, while West Indies showed resistance but ultimately fell short by nine runs in the closely contested third T20I at Nelson.
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