New Zealand vs West Indies, 2nd Test - Who will win today NZ vs WI match?

The second Test between New Zealand and West Indies will start on Wednesday at 3:30 AM IST at Basin Reserve, Wellington.

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NZ vs WI, 2nd Test, Cricket Tips: The first Test between New Zealand and West Indies in Christchurch has etched itself in the history book. West Indies produced one of the best batting displays in the second innings and batted for 163.3 overs and scored 457/6. Justin Greaves scored an unbeaten 202, and Shai Hope and Kemar Roach also showed their great determination.

That draw helped West Indies get going in the World Test Championship 2025-27. New Zealand would be unhappy with the result, but they dominated the game until West Indies produced something spectacular. The action will be back as the second test is all set to begin at 3:30 AM IST on Wednesday at Basin Reserve.

NZ vs WI: Match Details

• Date: December 10-14 (Wednesday-Sunday)
• Time: 03:30 AM IST
• Venue: Basin Reserve, Wellington

NZ vs WI: Live Streaming Details

Indian fans can watch the live action of the second test on Sony Sports Networks. The live stream of the game will be available on the Sony LIV or FanCode apps or websites.

NZ vs WI: Head-to-Head in Test

• Total Matches: 50
• New Zealand: 17
• West Indies: 13
• No Result: 20

NZ vs WI: Ground Pitch Report

Basin Reserve offers a green top and fast wicket. It is a paradise for the fast bowlers. The weather will also play well here, which will bring seam and swing throughout the game. Still, batting first will be a good choice at this venue.

NZ vs WI: Possible XIs

New Zealand: Devon Conway, Tom Latham (c), Kane Williamson, Rachin Ravindra, Tom Blundell (wk), Will Young, Michael Bracewell, Nathan Smith, Zakary Foulkes, Matt Henry, Jacob Duffy

West Indies: John Campbell, Tagenarine Chanderpaul, Alick Athanaze, Shai Hope, Justin Greaves, Roston Chase (c), Tevin Imlach (wk), Kemar Roach, Johann Layne, Jayden Seales, Ojay Shields

NZ vs WI: Player to Watch Out For

Probable Best Batter

Rachin Ravindra scored the most runs for New Zealand in the first game and is in good form. For West Indies, Shai Hope has been the one to watch out for.

Probable Best Bowler

Jacob Duffy has been firing on this tour and ended with 8 wickets in the first game. For West Indies, Kemar Roach bowled good spells and took seven wickets in the game.

Today Match Prediction: West Indies showed a great fight, but still the edge will be towards New Zealand. Hence, we predict New Zealand to win the second test.

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Disclaimer: The prediction or cricket tips are purely based on the understanding and research of the writer. So kindly make sure to consider the points above while making your predictions.