Match: New Zealand vs West Indies, 4th T20I
Date: Monday, November 10, 2025
Time: 1:15 PM Local (5:45 AM IST / 12:15 AM GMT)
Venue: Saxton Oval, Nelson
Series Status: New Zealand lead 2-1
What Happened in the 3rd T20I?
New Zealand won a thrilling third T20I by nine runs to take a 2-1 lead in the five-match series. The hosts posted 177 for 9, with Devon Conway scoring 56 off 34 balls and Daryl Mitchell making 41 off 24.
West Indies collapsed to 88 for 8 before Shamar Springer and Romario Shepherd added an incredible 78 runs for the ninth wicket off just 39 balls. However, Kyle Jamieson held his nerve in the final over to seal another last-over victory for the Black Caps.
All three matches so far have been decided in the final over, showing how evenly matched these teams are.
Expected Playing XI
New Zealand Likely XI
(Source: khelnow.com)
Tim Robinson, Rachin Ravindra, Devon Conway (wk), Mitchell Hay, Daryl Mitchell, Michael Bracewell, Mitchell Santner (c), James Neesham, Kyle Jamieson, Ish Sodhi, Jacob Duffy
Note: Mark Chapman and Zak Foulkes missed the 3rd T20I due to illness. Their availability for the 4th match is uncertain. Mitchell Hay is likely to continue if Chapman remains unavailable.
West Indies Likely XI
(Source: khelnow.com)
Alick Athanaze, Amir Jangoo, Shai Hope (c/wk), Ackeem Auguste, Sherfane Rutherford, Rovman Powell, Jason Holder, Matthew Forde, Romario Shepherd, Shamar Springer, Akeal Hosein
West Indies may stick with the same combination after their fighting performance in the 3rd T20I.
Players to Watch
| Player | Role | Why Watch |
|---|---|---|
| Devon Conway (NZ) | Batter | Scored 56 in the last match and is finding form at the right time |
| Daryl Mitchell (NZ) | Batter | Contributed 41 runs and provides stability in the middle order |
| Ish Sodhi (NZ) | Bowler | Took 3 for 34 in the 3rd T20I and is now third on the all-time T20I wicket-takers list |
| Jacob Duffy (NZ) | Bowler | Claimed 3 for 36 and has been leading the pace attack brilliantly |
| Romario Shepherd (WI) | All-rounder | Scored a heroic 49 in the last match and was part of a record 78-run ninth-wicket stand |
| Shai Hope (WI) | Batter | Captain who needs to lead from the front in this must-win game |
| Jason Holder (WI) | Bowler | Took 2 for 31 in the 3rd T20I and brings experience to the bowling attack |
Pitch Report and Weather
Saxton Oval in Nelson offers a good batting surface with pace and bounce that can assist fast bowlers early on. Spinners might get some grip as the match progresses.
Weather forecast predicts light rain with 30% chance of precipitation. Temperature will be around 17°C with humidity between 75-80%.
Teams winning the toss may prefer to bat first and set a target, putting pressure on the opposition.
What to Expect
New Zealand will be confident after winning two matches in a row and can seal the series with another victory. Their bowling has been excellent in pressure situations, with Jamieson becoming a death-overs specialist.
West Indies need to win to keep the series alive. Their lower order has shown incredible fighting spirit, but they need their top and middle order to perform better. Captain Shai Hope said: “If you’re taking it to the last over, then that means you’re in the contest. It’s just unfortunate we didn’t come out on the winning side in the last two”.
This match could be another close contest, but New Zealand’s home advantage and momentum give them the edge.
Match Prediction
New Zealand to win
The Black Caps have won the crucial moments in the last two games and their all-round performance makes them favorites. However, don’t be surprised if this game also goes down to the final over!