The 26th match of the World Cup is between the West Indies and New Zealand. The West Indies have won two matches so far. Now, they face New Zealand, a team with a strong record against them, having won 8 of the last 10 T20 matches. Glenn Phillips, a key player for New Zealand, has scored 337 runs in 8 innings against the West Indies.
The West Indies were in a relatively easier group but needed some luck to make it to the final eight. That luck came when Afghanistan beat New Zealand, hurting New Zealand’s net run rate.
New Zealand still has three matches to play and needs to win all of them to stay in the race for qualification. However, the West Indies can secure a spot above New Zealand in the standings with a win. Our prediction is that New Zealand will win this match against the West Indies.
Brian Lara Stadium, Tarouba, Trinidad Pitch Report:
The Brian Lara Stadium in Tarouba, Trinidad, is great for batsmen. The pitch is firm with some grass, providing a steady bounce that helps both fast bowlers and spinners. This makes high scores likely. The 26th T20I of the series will be played here. The stadium can hold 15,000 people and has hosted 4 ODIs and 7 T20Is before. In 2023, England scored the highest total at this ground, with 267 runs against the West Indies.
Match Performance:
Total Match Played
7
1st Batting Team Won
3
2nd Batting Team Won
4
No Result
0
Average Batting Score
161
Highest Score
267/3
Lowest Score
132/10
Pitch Report
Batting Friendly
WI vs NZ PLAYING 11:
West Indies: Johnson Charles, Brandon King, Roston Chase, Nicholas Pooran (wk), Rovman Powell (c), Andre Russell, Sherfane Rutherford, Romario Shepherd, Akeal Hosein, Alzarri Joseph, Gudakesh Motie
New Zealand: Finn Allen, Devon Conway (wk), Kane Williamson (c), Daryl Mitchell, Glenn Phillips, Mark Chapman, Michael Bracewell, Mitchell Santner, Matt Henry, Trent Boult, Lockie Ferguson