New Zealand Beat West Indies by 6 Wickets | WI vs NZ 3rd ODI Result 2026 | Full Match Summary & Scorecard
- Series Status: New Zealand takes the lead 2-1 in the ODI series.
- West Indies Score: 140 all out in 37.1 overs.
- New Zealand Target: 141 runs.
- New Zealand Score: 141/4 in 39.3 overs.
- Highest Run Scorer: Tom Latham (New Zealand) - 31 runs.
- Best Bowler: Jayden Lennox (New Zealand) - 4 wickets.
- Match Result: New Zealand won by 6 wickets.
New Zealand defeated West Indies by 6 wickets in the third ODI match. The West Indies had a difficult time making a strong target. The team was all out with 140 runs in 37.1 overs. New Zealand bowlers performed well. They stopped West Indies from making a big score. It was not easy for New Zealand to chase the target as they lost wickets in the early overs. They scored 141/4 in 39.3 overs. New Zealand won the match and took an important lead 2-1.
Four Wickets From Jayden Lennox Give New Zealand Complete Control
Jayden Lennox was the best bowler for New Zealand in the match. He took 4 wickets for 52 runs. He helped the team stop West Indies from making a big score. He took important wickets of West Indies batters during the innings. His wickets kept West Indies under pressure from the middle overs. His four wickets helped New Zealand bowl out West Indies for 140 runs. He won the player of the match award for his brilliant performance.
Top Run Scorers (WI vs NZ 3rd ODI)
- Tom Latham (New Zealand): 31 runs off 53 balls
- Daryl Mitchell (New Zealand): 28 runs off 49 balls
- Dean Foxcroft (New Zealand): 22 runs off 28 balls
Tom Latham batted calmly for New Zealand. He scored 31 runs and stayed at the crease until the team reached the target. Daryl Mitchell scored 28 runs for New Zealand. He helped the team recover after losing a few wickets. Dean Foxcroft added his 22 runs at the end with Daryl. Together, they helped New Zealand complete the chase.
Top Wicket Takers (WI vs NZ 3rd ODI)
- Jayden Lennox (New Zealand): 4 wickets for 52 runs
- Mitchell Santner (New Zealand): 2 wickets for 15 runs
- Michael Bracewell (New Zealand): 2 wickets for 33 runs
New Zealand controlled the match with their bowling. Jayden Lennox was the best bowler for New Zealand in the match. He took 4 wickets for 52 runs. His bowling put pressure on the West Indies middle-order batters. Mitchell Santner and Michael Bracewell also bowled well. They took two wickets each for the team.
WI vs NZ 3rd ODI Match Scorecard (New Zealand tour of West Indies)
West Indies Batting Statistics
| Batter | R | B | 4s | 6s | How Out |
| John Campbell | 6 | 16 | 0 | 0 | Retired hurt |
| Ackeem Auguste | 26 | 27 | 4 | 0 | c Santner b Duffy |
| Keacy Carty | 48 | 77 | 6 | 0 | lbw b Bracewell |
| Shai Hope | 8 | 17 | 0 | 0 | b Lennox |
| Sherfane Rutherford | 4 | 14 | 0 | 0 | c Smith b Santner |
| Shimron Hetmyer | 26 | 28 | 0 | 2 | c Smith b Bracewell |
| Keemo Paul | 4 | 9 | 0 | 0 | lbw b Lennox |
| Gudakesh Motie | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | b Lennox |
| Khary Pierre | 4 | 10 | 0 | 0 | b Santner |
| Alzarri Joseph | 7 | 9 | 1 | 0 | b Lennox |
| Vitel Lawes | 1 | 15 | 0 | 0 | Not out |
| Extras | 6 | ||||
| Total | 140 | All out in 37.1 overs |
West Indies bowling statistics
| Bowler | O | M | R | W |
| Khary Pierre | 10 | 1 | 26 | 1 |
| Alzarri Joseph | 5 | 0 | 20 | 0 |
| Gudakesh Motie | 10 | 0 | 34 | 0 |
| Vitel Lawes | 10 | 0 | 39 | 3 |
| Keemo Paul | 1 | 0 | 6 | 0 |
| Ackeem Auguste | 3 | 0 | 12 | 0 |
New Zealand batting statistics
| Batter | R | B | 4s | 6s | How Out |
| Henry Nicholls | 24 | 48 | 3 | 0 | b Lawes |
| Will Young | 23 | 42 | 3 | 0 | c Pierre b Lawes |
| Mark Chapman | 7 | 17 | 0 | 0 | lbw b Lawes |
| Daryl Mitchell | 28 | 49 | 4 | 0 | b Pierre |
| Tom Latham | 31 | 53 | 2 | 0 | Not out |
| Dean Foxcroft | 22 | 28 | 2 | 0 | Not out |
| Extras | 6 | ||||
| Total | 141/4 | Won in 39.3 overs |
New Zealand bowling statistics
| Bowler | O | M | R | W |
| Jacob Duffy | 5 | 0 | 15 | 1 |
| Nathan Smith | 4 | 0 | 22 | 0 |
| Mitchell Santner | 8.1 | 3 | 15 | 2 |
| Jayden Lennox | 10 | 0 | 52 | 4 |
| Michael Bracewell | 10 | 0 | 33 | 2 |
WI vs NZ 3rd ODI Match Summary (New Zealand Tour of West Indies)
West Indies Innings
- West Indies came to bat first. They wanted to score a big total. But the team kept losing wickets.
- John Campbell retired hurt after scoring 6 runs. This affected the West Indies' opening.
- Ackeem Auguste made 26 runs with four fours.
- Keacy Carty was the top scorer for the West Indies. He scored 48 runs from 77 balls. He gave his best to make the total more competitive. But, did not get enough support from the other batters.
- Shai Hope scored 8 runs, and Sherfane Rutherford was out after scoring 4 runs.
- Shimron Hetmyer added his 26 runs with two sixes.
- West Indies kept losing wickets. Their middle-order batters could not score well.
- West Indies were all out for 140 runs in 37.1 overs.
New Zealand Chase
- New Zealand needed 141 runs to win the match.
- West Indies bowlers started well by taking early wickets.
- Henry Nicholls scored 24 runs, and Will Young made 23 runs before getting out.
- Mark Chapman got out with only 7 runs.
- Daryl Mitchell scored 28 runs from 49 balls. His runs helped New Zealand recover after losing early wickets.
- Tom Latham contributed 31 runs not out from 53 balls. He batted until the end of the match and helped New Zealand move closer to the target.
- New Zealand reached their target with 141/4 in 39.3 overs.
- New Zealand won the match by 6 wickets.
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FAQs
Who won the third ODI between West Indies and New Zealand?
New Zealand won the third ODI against West Indies by 6 wickets.
What was the final score of the West Indies in the match?
West Indies scored 140 runs and were all out in 37.1 overs.
How many runs did New Zealand need to win the third match against West Indies?
New Zealand needed 141 runs to win the match.
Who was the highest run scorer for the West Indies in the third ODI?
Keacy Carty was the top scorer for the West Indies. He made 48 runs from 77 balls.
Who was the best bowler in the West Indies vs New Zealand 3rd ODI?
Jayden Lennox was the best bowler. He took 4 wickets for 52 runs for New Zealand.
How many wickets did New Zealand lose while chasing the target?
New Zealand lost 4 wickets before reaching the target.
What was the total score made by New Zealand in the match?
New Zealand scored 141/4 in 39.3 overs and won the match.
What is the series position after the third ODI of West Indies vs New Zealand?
New Zealand moved ahead 2-1 in the ODI series after winning the third match.