New Zealand vs West Indies 3rd ODI – Match Preview

Date: Saturday, 22nd November 2025
Venue: Seddon Park, Hamilton
Time (GMT): 01:00 AM
Series Context: Part of the West Indies Multiformat Series in New Zealand 2025-26

Match Overview

The third and final One Day International (ODI) of the West Indies’ 2025-26 tour of New Zealand takes place at Seddon Park in Hamilton on Saturday, 22nd November 2025. The match will be preceded by a five-match T20I series, with the West Indies having already played two T20Is at Eden Park and one at Saxton Oval. This ODI clash is a crucial test for both teams as the Kiwis look to wrap up the series with a clean sweep, while the Windies aim to avoid a whitewash.

Current Form

New Zealand have been in dominant form throughout 2025, winning 16 out of 19 games. Their balanced line-up, led by the experienced Mitchell Santner, has been a force to reckon with, both with the bat and the ball. Key performers include Devon Conway, who has been in red-hot form, and Kyle Jamieson, whose pace and accuracy have been instrumental in recent victories.

West Indies, on the other hand, have struggled, losing nine of their last twelve matches. Despite the efforts of Shai Hope and Keacy Carty with the bat, and Jayden Seales with the ball, the Windies have found it difficult to maintain consistency. A win in this match would be a much-needed morale booster for the team.

Key Players to Watch

New Zealand:

• Devon Conway – The opening batsman has been in sublime form, scoring 139 runs in this series at an average of 69.5.
• Mitchell Santner – The captain and all-rounder is the backbone of the Kiwis’ middle order and a reliable spinner.
• Kyle Jamieson – The pacer has been a revelation, taking six wickets in two games at an average of 16.

West Indies:

• Jayden Seales – The leading wicket-taker of the series with 25 wickets at an average of 18.2.
• Shai Hope – The Windies’ highest run-scorer of the year with 654 runs at an average of 59.45.
• Justin Greaves – A handy all-rounder who has contributed both with the bat and ball.

Head-to-Head

In their last five ODIs, New Zealand have won four, with the West Indies managing just one victory. This series has been no different, with the Kiwis dominating the Windies in both T20Is and the ongoing ODI series.

Venue Insights – Seddon Park, Hamilton

Seddon Park has seen some interesting trends in recent years:

• Average 1st Innings Score (2020–2025): 240.7
• Batting First Win Percentage: 57.1%
• Bowling Averages:
  • Fast Bowlers: 27.92
  • Spinners: 36.71
• Wickets per Innings:
  • First Innings: 7.38
  • Second Innings: 7.86

The conditions at Seddon Park have been slightly easier for batting in the past, but recent games suggest the pitch has become more challenging for high scores. Teams batting first have a slight edge, and the middle overs tend to see more wickets fall.

Squads

New Zealand:

• Mitchell Santner (c)
• Devon Conway (wk)
• Tom Latham (wk)
• Will Young
• Michael Bracewell
• Mark Chapman
• Zak Foulkes
• Daryl Mitchell
• Rachin Ravindra
• Nathan Smith
• Jacob Duffy
• Matt Henry
• Kyle Jamieson
• Blair Tickner

West Indies:

• Shai Hope (c & wk)
• Amir Jangoo (wk)
• Alick Athanaze
• Ackeem Auguste
• John Campbell
• Keacy Carty
• Sherfane Rutherdord
• Roston Chase
• Justin Greaves
• Johann Layne
• Khary Pierre
• Romario Shepherd
• Shamar Springer
• Matthew Forde
• Jayden Seales

Match Predictions

• Toss Prediction: New Zealand
• Match Winner: New Zealand
• Top Batter (Runs): Devon Conway (New Zealand), Shai Hope (West Indies)
• Top Bowler (Wickets): Kyle Jamieson (New Zealand), Jayden Seales (West Indies)
• Most Sixes: Rachin Ravindra (New Zealand), Shai Hope (West Indies)
• Player of the Match: Matt Henry (New Zealand)
• Team Batting First Score: New Zealand – 260+, West Indies – 230+

Final Word

With a strong batting lineup and a world-class bowling attack, New Zealand are the clear favorites to take the final ODI and complete a 3-0 series victory. However, the West Indies, led by the dangerous Shai Hope and Jayden Seales, will be looking to make a strong statement in front of the home crowd. Seddon Park’s recent trends favor the team batting first, so the toss could be a crucial factor. This match promises to be a thrilling conclusion to an otherwise one-sided series.

Excitement Level: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Predicted Winner: 🇳🇿 New Zealand
Venue Advantage: Moderate
Key Battle: Matt Henry vs Shai Hope
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