West Indies vs Newzealand — Full Match Report & Statistical Breakdown
T20 world cup • West Indies won the match by 14 run
Key Match Highlights
1. Match Overview & Context
In this 20-over encounter of T20 world cup, West Indies took on Newzealand on Mar 4, 2026, 03:16 PM. After competitive cricket across both innings, the fixture concluded with the official result: West Indies won the match by 14 run. Across the match, spectators witnessed a combined total of 428 runs and 15 wickets fall between West Indies (221/6 in 20.0 overs) and Newzealand (207/9 in 20.0 overs).
2. West Indies Innings Breakdown (221/6)
Batting in the first innings, West Indies finished on 221/6 from 20.0 overs, maintaining an innings run rate of 11.05 runs per over. During the opening 6 overs, West Indies accumulated 54 runs for the loss of 2 wickets. S Rutherferd spearheaded the batting effort with 72 runs off 46 balls (including 8 fours and 3 sixes at a strike rate of 156.5). Valuable middle-order support came from Povell, who contributed 49 runs off 16 deliveries, while Hope added 27 (21b). The bowling side conceded 2 extra runs (wides: 1, no-balls: 0, byes: 0, leg-byes: 1). With the ball in the first innings, Santner led the bowling figures with 2/36 in 3.0 overs (economy 12.00), assisted by Forguson (2/49 in 4.0 overs).
3. Newzealand Chase & Second Innings Summary (207/9)
Pursuing a target of 222 runs for victory, Newzealand recorded 207/9 in 20.0 overs at a scoring rate of 10.35 runs per over. Forguson anchored the chase for Newzealand with 53 runs from 26 balls (8 fours, 2 sixes, strike rate 203.8), alongside Santner who chipped in with 52 off 31 balls. Defending the total, Roach delivered a key spell of 4/39 across 4.0 overs at an economy rate of 9.75, while Holder finished with 2/16 (2.0 overs).
4. Partnerships, Fielding & CricÓ MVP Standings
The highest batting stand of the match was forged by Forguson and Santner (Newzealand), who combined for 66 runs off 41 balls. In the field, both sides combined for 9 catches, 0 run-outs, and 0 stumpings, with Neesham making a notable impact in the outfield. According to the CricÓ MVP & Player Points engine—which evaluates runs, boundaries, strike rate milestones, wickets, dot balls, bowling economy, and fielding dismissals—Forguson (Newzealand) topped the match rankings with 179.0 total points, followed closely by Santner (177.0 points). Official Player of the Match honors were awarded to S Rutherferd .