New Zealand vs West Indies Prediction and Bet Cricket 19 November 2025

The West Indies will hope to quickly level this series when they face New Zealand at McLean Park in Napier on Wednesday in the second game of a three-game series. The hosts are leading the series 1-0; can they extend this run? Let's dive into the preview and offer predictions.

New Zealand vs West Indies: Date and Time of the Match Start

• Match: New Zealand vs West Indies
• Date: Wednesday, 19th November 2025
• Kick-Off Time: 04:00 (AEST)
• Stadium: Mclean Park, Napier, New Zealand

Interesting Facts About Teams

The hosts have won their last seven One Day Internationals (ODIs).

The West Indies have lost three of their last five ODIs

The head-to-head run between the two sides is tied 31-31.

The hosts have won four of the last five ODIs against the West Indies.

Weather Report before the Match

The weather at Mclean Park in Napier on Wednesday is forecast to be clear, with a temperature range of 20°C, an 80% humidity level, a 17 km/h wind speed, and a 10% chance of rain. Nevertheless, the pitch is balanced, providing the necessary support for bowlers and batsmen in the game.

New Zealand vs West Indies: Chances of Winning

After an impressive run in the first game of this series, New Zealand enter this game as the favourites once again. They are not just the favourites; they have the backing of their home supporters. A win for them in this game will automatically guarantee them the series. On the other hand, despite losing three of their last ODIs, the visitors can still salvage this series if they put in their best effort to win this game.

New Zealand’s chance of winning - 78%

West Indies’ chance of winning - 22%

New Zealand Preview

New Zealand secured a seven-run win over the West Indies in the first game of this series to lead the series. They will aim to win the series with a win in this game. The Blackcaps have been impressive on their home ground in seven games. Following their close victory, the Blackcaps will look to their top order to capitalise on Napier’s batting-friendly conditions and their bowlers to maintain their death-over discipline. The West Indies must win to keep the series alive. A series win would allow New Zealand to experiment in the final game, so expect an aggressive approach from the hosts.

Key Players: Devon Conway, Rachin Ravindra, Will Young, Mark Chapman, Daryl Mitchell, Mitchell Santner.

New Zealand Players List

Mitchell Santner (c), Michael Bracewell, Mark Chapman, Devon Conway, Jacob Duffy, Zak Foulkes, Matt Henry, Kyle Jamieson, Tom Latham (wk), Daryl Mitchell, Rachin Ravindra, Nathan Smith, Blair Tickner, and Will Young.

West Indies Preview

It is a must-win game for the West Indies after going 1-0 down in the first game of this series. After a narrow 7-run loss in the opener, the team showed resilience, but now it must capitalise on Napier's batting-friendly conditions. To succeed, their bowlers must improve in the death overs and secure early wickets, while the whole team needs sharper fielding and decision-making. A victory would keep their hopes alive for a thrilling finish against New Zealand.

Key Players: Alick Athanaze, John Campbell, Shai Hope, Sherfane Rutherford

West Indies Players List

Shai Hope (c), Alick Athanaze, Ackeem Auguste, John Campbell, Keacy Carty, Roston Chase, Matthew Forde, Justin Greaves, Amir Jangoo, Johann Layne, Khary Pierre, Sherfane Rutherford, Jayden Seales, Romario Shepherd, Shamar Springer

New Zealand vs West Indies Head-to-Head

New Zealand and the West Indies have met a total of 68 times in the past in the ODI events, with the West Indies taking the lead with 31 wins, and New Zealand have 31. Seven of these games ended with no result.

Head-to-Head Record

• Total - 69
• West Indies - 31
• New Zealand - 31
• Draw - 00
• No Result - 07

Who will win the match, New Zealand vs West Indies?

Using advanced computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Wednesday’s New Zealand vs West Indies ODI match 10,000 times.

Our leading predictive analytics model currently gives New Zealand a 78% chance of beating West Indies in the ICC Men's ODI match.

New Zealand vs West Indies Prediction

New Zealand started this series on an impressive note, and with the way things are looking, they are ready to win the series as early as possible. They controlled the first game, and if they can come up with that performance once again, the West Indies will be rendered powerless. Nevertheless, both sides will be ready to get the win, which will lead to a high-scoring game.

Our first prediction is any player to score 100 — 1st innings — 2.70 for Dafabet bookmaker

Our second Prediction is New Zealand to win the match and the toss — 2.33 odds for 1xBet Bookmaker

Our Third Prediction is New Zealand to win the toss — 1.90 odds for Bc.game Bookmakers