WI vs NZ 3rd ODI, Cricket Tips: The five-match ODI series between West Indies and New Zealand is evenly poised, with both teams have won one game each. West Indies produced a remarkable performance in the first game, but they failed to carry on the momentum. The hosts suffered a poor collapse and lost ten wickets for just 65 runs.
They were 63/0 and were bowled out for 138 runs, which wasn't a big target for New Zealand. The third ODI will be held on Friday at 12 AM IST at Providence Stadium in Guayana. New Zealand worked on the areas they lacked and came up with a good bowling performance. West Indies need to make a strong comeback to take a lead.
WI vs NZ: Match Details
- Date: July 17, 2026 (Friday)
- Time: 12:00 AM IST
- Venue: Providence Stadium, Guyana
WI vs NZ: Live Streaming Details
The live action of the third ODI will be available on the FanCode app or website.
WI vs NZ: Head-to-Head in ODIs
- Total Matches: 70
- West Indies: 32
- New Zealand: 31
- No-result: 07
WI vs NZ: Ground Pitch Report
Providence Stadium has a slow and low deck, which makes it tough to bat on. The wicket is on the slower side, which helps the bowlers to get assistance from the wicket. Seamers will get seam movement, while spinners will get good grip from the wicket. The batting will be a little difficult in the first innings, and the chasing will be ideal for this venue.
WI vs NZ: Possible XIs
West Indies: John Campbell, Ackeem Auguste, Shai Hope (c/wk), Keacy Carty, Sherfane Rutherford, Amir Jangoo, Khary Pierre, Gudakesh Motie, Alzarri Joseph, Matthew Forde, Vitel Lawes
New Zealand: Henry Nicholls, Will Young, Daryl Mitchell, Mark Chapman, Michael Bracewell, Tom Latham (wk), Mitchell Santner (c), Dean Foxcroft, Matthew Fisher, Jacob Duffy, Jayden Lennox
WI vs NZ: Player to Watch Out For
Probable Best Batter
Shai Hope and Daryl Mitchell are two in-form batters from either side. They did well in the first game also and are coming off some good batting performances.
Probable Best Bowler
Alzarri Joseph is the leading wicket-taker for West Indies. He has looked good with the new ball. For New Zealand, Jayden Lennox has been exceptional, and his spell was key reason that New Zealand won the second game.
Today Match Prediction: West Indies have not been consistent with the bat, which is why they lost the second game. We predict New Zealand will win the third ODI.
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