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New Zealand Clinches ODI Series with West Indies Victory

11/19/2025

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Summary

Story summary

New Zealand national cricket team defeated the West Indies cricket team by five wickets in the second ODI at McLean Park, Napier, on 19 November 2025, clinching the series 2-0.
Chasing 248, New Zealand reached 248 for 5 in 33.3 overs in a rain-affected 34-over per side match, led by Devon Conway's 90 and Rachin Ravindra's 56.
Shai Hope scored 109 not out off 69 balls for the West Indies.

History

Historical Context

The West Indies cricket team, dominant in the late 1970s and 1980s, achieved a historic 5-0 ODI series victory against New Zealand in 1980, led by stars like Viv Richards. However, the team's fortunes shifted over the decades, culminating in New Zealand's 2-0 series win in 2025, reflecting the evolving competitive landscape in international cricket.

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Story summary

New Zealand national cricket team defeated the West Indies cricket team by five wickets in the second ODI at McLean Park, Napier, on 19 November 2025, clinching the series 2-0.
Chasing 248, New Zealand reached 248 for 5 in 33.3 overs in a rain-affected 34-over per side match, led by Devon Conway's 90 and Rachin Ravindra's 56.
Shai Hope scored 109 not out off 69 balls for the West Indies.

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