The New Zealand vs West Indies 1st T20I match of the West Indies tour of New Zealand 2025 is scheduled for November 5, 2025, at Eden Park, Auckland. The match will start at 11:45 AM IST.
New Zealand, led by Mitchell Santner, is coming off a tough T20 series defeat against Australia, making this series crucial for their momentum. The squad includes strong batsmen like Devon Conway (likely opening along with Tim Seifert), Rachin Ravindra, Daryl Mitchell, and Mark Chapman. The middle order has depth with all-rounders like James Neesham and Michael Bracewell adding batting power and bowling options. The bowling attack will be spearheaded by Jacob Duffy and Zak Foulkes with Ish Sodhi supporting as the main spinner. The team is also missing some experienced pacers due to injuries, increasing reliance on youngsters like Duffy and Jamieson. Eden Park’s pitch historically favors batting but offers some movement initially, benefiting disciplined bowling attacks.
West Indies enter the series with confidence after a recent 3-0 T20 series win over Bangladesh. Shai Hope leads the side with a strong batting line-up including Brandon King, Alick Athanaze, Sherfane Rutherford, Rovman Powell, and Roston Chase. Their bowling includes key players like Jason Holder, Romario Shepherd, Akeal Hosein, and Jayden Seales. However, West Indies have struggled historically away from home, especially in New Zealand where they haven’t won in 11 T20 matches. Their seam attack has been bolstered by the inclusion of Matthew Forde and Shamar Springer, while the spin department is managed by Hosein and Pierre. The team’s recent form and fighting spirit could challenge New Zealand, especially if the bowlers exploit early pitch conditions.
WI vs NZ Match Details
- Match: 1st T20 Match
- Teams: England vs New Zealand
- Date: 05 November 2025
- Time: 11:15 AM 6:15 AM GMT / 7:15 PM LOCA
- Venue: Eden Park, Auckland
WI vs NZ Live Streaming Info
The 1st T20 Match Between West Indies and New Zealand is scheduled for November 05, 2025. This T20 match is at Eden Park, Auckland.
- In India: The match will be broadcast on Sony Sports Network and live streaming will be available on FanCode and Amazon Prime Video (SonyLiv app).
- In New Zealand: The match will be telecast on TVNZ 1 and streamed live on Sky Sport Now.
- In Australia: Telecast is available on Foxtel, Kayo Sports, and Fox Cricket channel (Channel 501) with live streaming on Kayo and Foxtel platforms.
- In Pakistan and other regions, platforms like Tapmad may also provide live streaming options
How to Watch the Match for Free:
To watch the New Zealand vs West Indies 1st T20 match for free, the best option is through TVNZ+ if you are located in New Zealand, as it is streaming the match live and free. If you are outside New Zealand, you can use a VPN (Virtual Private Network) to access TVNZ+ by appearing as if you are browsing from New Zealand, thus bypassing geo-restrictions. ExpressVPN is a popular choice for its speed and reliability.
For viewers in the UK, the match will be available on TNT Sports via a subscription, but this is not free.
Live Streaming Info:
The 1st T20 match will be live on Willow TV.
Live Score Info:
Probable Playing XI:
New Zealand: Mitch Hay, Rachin Ravindra, Tim Robinson, Mark Chapman, Daryl Mitchell, James Neesham, Michael Bracewell, Mitchell Santner (c), Zak Foulkes, Ish Sodhi, Jacob Duffy
West Indies: Brandon King, Alick Athanaze, Ackeem Auguste, Shai Hope (c/wk), Sherfane Rutherford, Roston Chase, Rovman Powell, Jason Holder, Romario Shepherd, Akeal Hosein, Jayden Seales