Black Caps v West Indies ODI series 2025

The story so far

The Black Caps beat the West Indies in the first one-day international at Hagley Oval in Christchurch, after setting a total of 269.^{16 Nov 2025} Reports give different margins for that win: one says the West Indies fell 20 runs short, while another describes a seven-run victory.^{16, 18 Nov 2025} Daryl Mitchell, who scored a century in that match, was ruled out of the rest of the ODI series with a minor left groin muscle tear.^{18 Nov 2025} New Zealand won the second ODI at McLean Park in Napier, reaching the target in 33.3 overs despite Shai Hope scoring 109 not out.^{19 Nov 2025} That win secured New Zealand's 11th successive home ODI series win, with Devon Conway contributing 90 runs during the chase.^{19 Nov 2025}

Latest

New Zealand won the second ODI in Napier, securing their 11th successive home ODI series win.^{19 Nov 2025}

Key moments

1. 16 Nov 2025Black Caps win first ODI at Hagley Oval after setting 269.
2. 18 Nov 2025Daryl Mitchell ruled out of remaining ODIs with left groin tear.
3. 19 Nov 2025Black Caps win second ODI in Napier, chasing target in 33.3 overs.

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