West Indies vs New Zealand, 4th ODI Match Highlights 2026

Chasing the target of 189 runs set by the West Indies, New Zealand created great drama. In the end, the visitors secured a breathtaking victory by 1 wicket by scoring 189 runs for the loss of 9 wickets in 44.1 overs. Batting first, the West Indies were all out for 188 runs in 44.4 overs.

Amir Jangu top-scored for the team with 51 runs. In addition, Akim Auguste scored 33 and Gudakesh Moti added important 41 runs in the lower half. However, the Caribbeans could not amass a big total due to losing wickets at regular intervals.

Matthew Fisher performed brilliantly with the ball for New Zealand, taking 3 wickets. Captain Mitchell Santner and Michael Bracewell also took 2 wickets each. Chasing a target of 189, New Zealand were under pressure from the start. Henry Nicholls was dismissed and the team quickly lost 3 wickets for 46 runs. From there, Mark Chapman batted brilliantly and scored 80 runs off 82 balls. His innings included 8 fours and 4 sixes. Then Michael Bracewell scored 32 runs to take the team on the path to victory.

However, West Indies made a great comeback in the match. Left-arm spinner Gudakesh Moti bowled brilliantly and took 5 wickets. He took the wickets of Chapman, Tom Latham, Bracewell, Jacob Duffy and Matthew Fisher to put New Zealand under great pressure. In the end, captain Mitchell Santner calmly took control of the team with an unbeaten 34 runs. Thanks to his responsible innings, New Zealand scored 189/9 in 44.1 overs and won by 1 wicket.