The 2nd T20I between New Zealand and West Indies will be played on 6 November 2025 at Eden Park, Auckland, starting at 7:15 PM local time (11:45 AM IST).
West Indies lead the series 1-0 after a composed chase in the opening match, while the Blackcaps will look to level the series at their fortress Eden Park. In the previous game, Mitchell Santner stood out with a fighting lone innings that kept New Zealand in the contest despite a middle-order collapse, and the hosts will now hope for stronger top-order support in this must-win encounter.
Where to Watch Globally
| Region | TV Broadcast (Telecast) | Online Streaming |
|---|---|---|
| India | Sony Sports TEN Network | Sony Liv, FanCode, Prime Video |
| New Zealand | TVNZ+ & TVNZ 1 | TVNZ+ |
| UK | TNT Sports | TNT Sports Online |
| Australia | Fox Sports | Kayo Sports, Foxtel |
| Caribbean | Flow Sports | SportsMax |
| South Africa | SuperSport Action | SuperSport App |
| Pakistan | No confirmed TV | Tapmad |
| USA & Canada | Willow TV (USA), Shaw TV (Canada) | Willow App |
| Middle East | No confirmed TV | Switch TV |
Predicted Playing XI
| Team | Probable Players (11) |
|---|---|
| New Zealand | Tim Robinson, Devon Conway (wk), Rachin Ravindra, Mark Chapman, Daryl Mitchell, Michael Bracewell, James Neesham, Mitchell Santner (c), Zakary Foulkes, Kyle Jamieson, Jacob Duffy |
| West Indies | Brandon King, Alick Athanaze, Shai Hope (c & wk), Ackeem Auguste, Rovman Powell, Roston Chase, Jason Holder, Romario Shepherd, Matthew Forde, Akeal Hosein, Jayden Seales |
Head-to-Head in T20Is
| Statistic | New Zealand Wins | West Indies Wins | No Result | Total Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall Record | 12 | 6 | 1 | 19 |
| Last 5 T20Is | 3 | 2 | 0 | 5 |
Analysis: New Zealand have historically had the upper hand, but West Indies carry momentum and a strong bowling unit into this encounter.
Injury Updates & Key Absences
- New Zealand: No new injuries reported, but regular captain Kane Williamson remains rested. Youngsters Tim Robinson and Zakary Foulkes get another chance to prove their worth.
- West Indies: Fully fit squad available — Jason Holder and Shai Hope lead a balanced side with both experience and youth.
Players to Perform – Batters to Watch Out For
Devon Conway (New Zealand): The dependable left-hander is known for his composure and timing. He can anchor the innings and accelerate in the death overs.
Shai Hope (West Indies): The captain and wicket-keeper is in excellent touch and has adapted his style to T20s with consistent stroke play and smart rotations.
Rachin Ravindra (New Zealand): In red-hot form from the Champions Trophy 2025, he is capable of providing explosive starts in the powerplay.
Players to Perform – Bowlers to Watch Out For
Kyle Jamieson (New Zealand): Tall and accurate, Jamieson can extract bounce at Eden Park and trouble the West Indian top order.
Akeal Hosein (West Indies): The left-arm spinner has been a key middle-overs enforcer with tight lines and occasional breakthroughs.
Romario Shepherd (West Indies): His pace variations and death-over accuracy make him a threat on smaller grounds.
Eden Park T20 Stats & Pitch Report
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Matches | 34 |
| Matches won batting first | 15 |
| Matches won bowling first | 14 |
| Average 1st Innings Score | 158 |
| Average 2nd Innings Score | 148 |
The Eden Park surface offers bounce and true pace, allowing batters to play freely. Short square boundaries mean strike-rate matters more than defense.
Bowlers who can hit hard lengths and mix their pace will be effective. A first-innings score around 175-185 runs is usually competitive.
Weather Forecast
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 14 – 16 °C (evening) |
| Condition | Clear to partly cloudy |
| Rain Chances | Low (< 10 %) |
| Humidity | 60 – 70 % |
A cool, breezy evening is expected with no rain interruptions anticipated.
Toss Prediction & Strategy
Teams winning the toss are likely to bat first and use the fresh surface to post a big score. Chasing under lights can be tricky if the ball grips late in the evening.
Match Prediction – Who Will Win Today’s Match?
New Zealand will bank on home conditions and balanced all-round options to stage a comeback, while West Indies carry momentum and power hitters who can turn games quickly.
Expect a tight contest with high-scoring overs in the middle phase.
Predicted Winner: New Zealand to win and level the series 1-1.
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