New Zealand vs West Indies Prediction, 1st T20I – Who will win today’s match between NZ vs WI?

Published - 04 Nov 2025, 12:08 IST | Updated - 04 Nov 2025, 12:08 IST

New Zealand (NZ) will take on the West Indies (WI) in a five-match T20I series, with the first game scheduled to begin on November 5 at Eden Park, Auckland.

New Zealand recently lost a three-match T20I series against England but bounced back strongly, ckean sweeping the visitors 3-0 in the ODIs. The Kiwis will now look to regroup and regain their T20I form in the series against the Caribbeans. Mitchell Santner will lead the side, with Devon Conway, Rachin Ravindra, Daryl Mitchell, and Ish Sodhi among the key players in the squad.

Meanwhile, the West Indies are coming off an impressive performance, having swept Bangladesh 3-0 in their recent T20I series. They will aim to carry that momentum forward and challenge the Kiwis in the upcoming series. Shai Hope will captain the team, supported by Brandon King, Rovman Powell, Jason Holder, and Akeal Hosein as part of a strong lineup.

Eden Park, Auckland, generally offers good support to the batters, as the ball comes nicely onto the bat. Players who spend time at the crease can play their shots freely and make the most of the conditions. Bowlers, on the other hand, need to maintain tight lines and lengths to restrict the scoring. As the match progresses, spinners are likely to find some assistance, with the pitch tending to offer turn and grip in the latter stages of the game.

Mitchell Santner (C), Rachin Ravindra, Devon Conway (WK), Daryl Mitchell, James Neesham, Zakary Foulkes, Michael Bracewell, Jacob Duffy, Kyle Jamieson, Ish Sodhi, Nathan Smith

Shai Hope ( & WK), Alick Athanaze, Brandon King, Rovman Powell, Roston Chase, Jason Holder, Romario Shepherd, Akeal Hosein, Matthew Forde, Jayden Seales, Shamar Springer

Daryl Mitchell could be the key batter in this clash. Having scored over 1500 runs in T20Is for New Zealand, he has proven his consistency and ability to deliver under pressure. He was in tremendous form during the recently concluded ODI series and will look to carry that momentum into the shorter format, where his aggressive stroke play and composure could make a significant difference against the visitors.

West Indies veteran Jason Holder could be the key bowler in this contest. Holder’s ability to bowl at different stages of the innings, whether with the new ball or in the death overs, makes him a valuable asset who can tilt the game in the West Indies’ favour.

Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.