New Zealand vs West Indies T20 Scorecard
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New Zealand Secures Series Victory Over west Indies in Thrilling T20 Clash
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Match Summary: New Zealand vs. West Indies – 4th T20I
New Zealand defeated West indies in the fourth T20 International held in Nelson,securing an unassailable lead in the five-match series.The Black Caps triumphed by 72 runs, showcasing a dominant performance with both bat and ball.
Key Match Details
Batting Highlights: Phillips Powers New Zealand to a Commanding Total
Glenn Phillips was the star of the show with the bat, smashing a blistering 108 off just 51 balls. His innings included 10 sixes and 4 fours, propelling New Zealand to a formidable total of 255/5. Phillips reached his century in just 48 balls, the second-fastest T20I century for New Zealand.
Captain Mitchell Santner contributed a quickfire 31 off 16 balls, while Mark Chapman added 27. The west indies bowling attack struggled to contain the new zealand batsmen, with Romario Shepherd being the most economical, conceding 38 runs from his four overs.
| Batsman | Runs | Balls | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glenn Phillips | 108 | 51 | 211.76 |
| Mitchell Santner (c) | 31 | 16 | 193.75 |
| Mark Chapman | 27 | 21 | 128.57 |
| Finn Allen | 24 | 15 | 160.00 |
West Indies Struggle in Chase
The West Indies’ chase got off to a shaky start, losing early wickets. Brandon King top-scored with 26, but the rest of the batting lineup failed to provide any ample support. The West Indies were eventually bowled out for 183, falling well short of the target.
Lockie Ferguson was the pick of the New Zealand bowlers, claiming 3 wickets for 22 runs. Tim Southee and Ish Sodhi also chipped in with two wickets apiece, effectively stifling the West Indies’ momentum.
| Bowler | Overs | Wickets | Runs | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lockie Ferguson | 4 | 3 | 22 | 5.50 |
| Tim Southee | 4 | 2 | 31 | 7.75 |
| Ish Sodhi | 4 | 2 | 38 | 9.50 |
Scorecard Snapshot
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Impact and Series Outlook
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