In a thrilling rain-affected One Day International (ODI) match at McLean Park in Napier on November 19, New Zealand secured a five-wicket victory over the West Indies with just three balls to spare. This win gave the Black Caps an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series, with the final fixture scheduled for November 21. Despite a masterful unbeaten century (109 not out) from West Indies captain Shai Hope, the visitors fell short as New Zealand’s batsmen chased down a revised target of 235 in 34 overs. Hope’s valiant effort, which included 13 fours and four sixes, guided the West Indies to a total of 247/9. However, New Zealand’s openers Devon Conway (90) and Rachin Ravindran (56) set a strong foundation with a 106-run partnership. Although the West Indies bowlers fought back, captain Mitchell Santner (34 not out) and wicketkeeper Tom Latham (39 not out) sealed the victory with aggressive batting in the final overs. Nathan Smith was the standout bowler for New Zealand, taking 4/42, while Kyle Jamieson contributed with 3/44.