NZ vs WI 2nd T20I Results

10:14 AM IST Right then, that’s all we have from what turned out to be a thrilling contest, where New Zealand just got the better of West Indies. With the series now locked at 1-1, the stage is perfectly set for an enticing third encounter. The 3rd T20I will take place at the Saxton Oval in Nelson on 9th November, Sunday, starting at 12.15 am GMT. As always, do join us early for all the build-up and pre-match discussions. Until then, take care and goodbye!

10:12 AM IST Mitchell Santner, the victorious skipper of New Zealand, says that it got really close but credits the West Indies, as they showed once again that they’re never out of the game, especially with the kind of power they possess. Adds that the conditions got a bit dewy toward the end, and the cutters began to skid on a little. Shares that the bowlers need to keep mixing it up and credits the boys who held their nerve brilliantly. Lauds Mark Chapman, who showed great intent right from the start, taking quick singles, using his feet, and keeping the scoreboard ticking. Once he got in, he just went into overdrive. He’s got that license to keep going, and that’s exactly what he did. Closes by adding that the passage of play completely turned the game in their favour.

10:11 AM IST Shai Hope, the captain of West Indies, says that they almost got over the line. Adds that Rovman Powell, Romario Shepherd, and Matthew Forde were great, but they needed more runs up front. Adds that with the firepower that they have, they can never be written off in any game. Says that Forde was bowling really well, so they wanted to keep him going with the new ball and bowl four overs on the trot.

10:09 AM IST Mark Chapman is the PLAYER OF THE MATCH for his amazing knock and three catches in the field. He says that it’s always nice to connect a few out of the middle. Adds that there were some valuable contributions all around. Mentions that Conway and Robinson did a fantastic job negotiating the new ball, as it looked quite tricky early on. Says that it was about trying to throw a few punches and take the game on a bit more. Tells that with the smaller boundaries, we got to play a more fearless brand of cricket. Closes by adding that he’s glad that it came off in this match.

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10:07 AM IST New Zealand will be relieved to have held their nerve and crossed the finish line, but there’s no denying that their death bowling remains a concern after almost letting the game slip away. Jacob Duffy and Kyle Jamieson set the tone early with the new ball, with the former striking first to put the visitors on the back foot. The middle overs belonged to the spin duo of Ish Sodhi and Mitchell Santner, who shared six wickets between them and kept things tight. However, once their spells ended, the pressure eased, and the Windies batters took full advantage to mount a strong comeback. It all came down to Jamieson in the final over with 16 to defend - despite a shaky start with a couple of boundaries and a No-Ball, he held his composure to see New Zealand through by the narrowest of margins.