NZ vs WI 5th T20I, Pitch Report, Head-to-Head, Playing 11, AI Prediction
By Chirag - Nov 12, 2025 10:32 PM
Last updated on Nov 12, 2025 10:35 PM
The West Indies tour of New Zealand 2025 reaches an exciting climax as the two teams face off in the fifth and final T20I at University Oval, Dunedin, on Thursday, November 13th. The series has been highly competitive, with both sides producing some thrilling cricket so far.
| Series | West Indies Tour of New Zealand 2025 |
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| Match | New Zealand vs West Indies, 5th T20I |
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| Date | Thursday, 13th November 2025 |
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| Start Time | 5:45 AM IST |
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| Venue | University Oval, Dunedin |
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| Live Streaming | Fancode |
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Match Preview
New Zealand currently leads the series 2-1, with one match abandoned due to rain. The third T20I was a high-scoring contest where New Zealand posted 177 runs, and the West Indies, despite a strong middle-order fightback, fell short by 9 runs, finishing at 168. Leg-spinner Ish Sodhi earned the Player of the Match award for his impactful bowling performance.
The fourth T20I was washed out after the West Indies could only manage 33 runs before rain interrupted play. Both teams will be eager to end the series on a high note, and this final clash promises to be a close contest if the weather remains favorable.
Head-to-Head Record: NZ vs WI
| Team | Matches Won |
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| New Zealand (NZ) | 13 |
| West Indies (WI) | 8 |
| No Result | 3 |
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- Weather Report: The weather in Dunedin is expected to be ideal for cricket, with clear skies and temperatures averaging 16°C. Rain is not forecasted, which should ensure a full game.
- Pitch Report: The University Oval pitch offers a balanced contest between bat and ball. Fast bowlers can get early assistance, while batting becomes easier after the new ball. Both teams generally prefer batting first at this picturesque venue.
Probable Playing 11:
New Zealand (NZ) Playing 11:
1. Tim Robinson, 2. Devon Conway, 3. Rachin Ravindra, 4. Daryl Mitchell, 5. Mitchell Hay (wk), 6. Michael Bracewell, 7. James Neesham, 8. Kyle Jamieson, 9. Mitchell Santner (c), 10. Jacob Duffy, 11. Ish Sodhi
West Indies (WI) Playing 11:
1. Alick Athanaze, 2. Amir Jangoo, 3. Shai Hope (c & wk), 4. Sherfane Rutherford, 5. Rovman Powell, 6. Roston Chase, 7. Jason Holder, 8. Romario Shepherd, 9. Akeal Hosein, 10. Matthew Forde, 11. Jayden Seales
Who Will Win Today’s Match? (AI Match Prediction)
New Zealand enters this game as favorites due to home conditions, superior form, and depth in both batting and bowling. While West Indies have the firepower to produce upsets, their inconsistency in the series could prove costly.
AI Prediction: New Zealand to win this match against West Indies.
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