New Zealand (NZ) and the West Indies (WI) are gearing up for the fifth and final T20I of the series, set to take place at the University Oval in Dunedin on Thursday, November 13. The Kiwis currently lead the series 2-1 after the previous match was washed out without a result.
Read The Betting Professionals’ expert analysis for the 5th T20I of West Indies tour of New Zealand 2025 between West Indies vs New Zealand, including best cricket betting sites and predictions.
New Zealand vs West Indies (NZ vs WI) Match Details, 5th T20I - West Indies tour of New Zealand 2025
Series | West Indies Tour of New Zealand 2025 |
Series Match No | 5th T20I |
Format | T20I |
Match Date | 12th November 2025 |
Match Time | `05:45 AM IST |
Venue | University Oval, Dunedin |
New Zealand vs West Indies (NZ vs WI) Match Preview, 5th T20I - West Indies tour of New Zealand 2025
New Zealand Preview
With the previous game washed out, New Zealand have sealed the series but will aim to finish strong. The hosts are likely to stick with the same XI, with Tim Robinson and Devon Conway opening.
Mark Chapman’s return boosts the middle order alongside Rachin Ravindra and Daryl Mitchell, though Ravindra will look to regain form before the ODIs. All-rounders James Neesham, Michael Bracewell, and Mitchell Santner add depth to the lineup.
Jacob Duffy has impressed with the new ball, while Kyle Jamieson will seek more control. Ish Sodhi remains the key weapon in the spin department.
New Zealand Predicted XI
Devon Conway(w), Tim Robinson, Rachin Ravindra, Mark Chapman, Daryl Mitchell, Michael Bracewell, James Neesham, Mitchell Santner(c), Kyle Jamieson, Ish Sodhi, Jacob Duffy
West Indies Preview
For the West Indies, the focus will be on ending the T20I series on a high and starting their multi-format tour positively. Securing a draw would be the ideal outcome for them.
Alick Athanaze and Romario Shepherd have been the most reliable performers with the bat, while Roston Chase, Jason Holder, and Matthew Forde have led the charge with the ball.
West Indies Predicted XI
Alick Athanaze, Amir Jangoo, Shai Hope(w/c), Sherfane Rutherford, Ackeem Auguste, Roston Chase, Rovman Powell, Romario Shepherd, Jason Holder, Matthew Forde, Shamar Springer
New Zealand vs West Indies (NZ vs WI) Head to Head in T20Is
The two teams have faced each other 24 times in T20 internationals. New Zealand have won 12 of those encounters, while the West Indies have emerged victorious on 6 occasions. Three matches have ended in a tie, and three have produced no result.
New Zealand vs West Indies (NZ vs WI) Pitch Report, 5th T20I - West Indies tour of New Zealand 2025
The pitch at the University Oval offers a good surface for batting while providing some support for bowlers as well. Spinners are likely to play a role as the match progresses. Since chasing teams have enjoyed better success here, the captain winning the toss is expected to opt for bowling first.
New Zealand vs West Indies (NZ vs WI) Betting Odds
For the fifth T20I of the West Indies tour of New Zealand 2025, 1xBet has listed New Zealand as the favorites with odds of 1.45, while the West Indies are the underdogs at 2.75.
New Zealand vs West Indies Win Probability
According to Google’s prediction model, New Zealand have a 67% chance of winning the third T20I, whereas the West Indies hold a 33% chance of causing an upset.
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