NZ vs WI 2025: Predicting West Indies XI for 3rd T20I

The West Indies will take on New Zealand in the third T20I of the five-match series on Sunday, November 9, at the Saxton Oval in Nelson. In the previous game, the West Indies won the toss and elected to bowl. New Zealand posted a total of 207 runs for the loss of five wickets. Roston Chase was the pick of the bowlers and took two wickets for 33 runs in four overs.

The West Indies required 16 runs to win in the last over. Matthew Forde hit two boundaries off the first two deliveries, including a no-ball. In the end, the West Indies finished with 204 runs for the loss of eight wickets and lost the match by three runs.

Let’s look at the probable playing XI of the West Indies for the third T20I against New Zealand:

Top Order: Brandon King, Alick Athanaze, and Shai Hope (c & wk)

Brandon King, Alick Athanaze, and Shai Hope will likely be a part of the top order in the playing 11. Hope is the second-highest run-scorer for the West Indies in the series with 77 runs in two matches at a strike rate of 118.46.

Middle Order: Roston Chase, Ackeem Auguste, and Rovman Powell

Roston Chase, Ackeem Auguste, and Rovman Powell could be there in the middle order. Powell is the leading run-scorer for the West Indies in the series with 78 runs in two games at a strike rate of 200. Chase is the highest wicket-taker in the series and has taken five wickets in two matches at an average of 11.80.

Lower Middle Order: Jason Holder and Romario Shepherd

Jason Holder and Romario Shepherd are likely to be the two all-rounders in the playing 11. Shepherd has taken two wickets and scored 43 runs in two matches so far.

Bowlers: Matthew Forde, Akeal Hosein, and Jayden Seales

Matthew Forde, Akeal Hosein, and Jayden Seales will likely be the three bowlers for the team. Seales has picked up three wickets, while Forde has taken two wickets in two matches.

Disclaimer: This Exclusive News is based on the author’s understanding, analysis, and instinct. As you review this information, consider the points mentioned and form your own conclusions.

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