NZ vs WI, 3rd T20I: New Zealand beats West Indies by nine runs in tense finish

NZ vs WI, 3rd T20I: New Zealand Wins by Nine Runs in a Dramatic Finish

Seamer Kyle Jamieson maintained his composure in the final over for the second consecutive match, securing a nine-run victory for New Zealand against the West Indies in the third T20 International on Sunday.

Jamieson held his nerve and defended 11 runs in the final over.

The West Indies threatened to chase down New Zealand’s total of 177 for nine in Nelson but fell short, finishing at 168. Romario Shepherd was caught in the deep off the penultimate ball for a career-best 49.

With this win, New Zealand took a 2-1 lead in the five-match series. The pattern of the chase followed the previous games, with the chasing side narrowly missing the target.

West Indies seemed out of contention at 88 for eight in the 13th over, but Shepherd and seamer Shamar Springer revived the innings, combining for 78 runs in just 6.3 overs.

Springer was caught and bowled by Jacob Duffy for 39 runs with one over remaining. Needing 12 runs to win, the final pair managed only two runs off Jamieson’s first four balls before he took Shepherd’s wicket, sparking celebrations among the New Zealand players.

"Jamieson had also been effective when New Zealand levelled the series in Auckland on Thursday, conceding 12 in the final over of a nerve-jangling three-run victory."

Kyle Jamieson’s consistent bowling under pressure was crucial in sealing New Zealand’s tight victories in this closely fought series.

Author's summary: Kyle Jamieson’s calm final-over bowling secured New Zealand’s narrow nine-run win over the West Indies, giving them a 2-1 lead in the tense T20 series.

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Sportstar Sportstar — 2025-11-09

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