NZ vs WI 3rd test match prediction for WI tour of NZ 2025
The West Indian tour of New Zealand 2025 reaches its final chapter with the third Test match, to be played at Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui from December 18 to 22. After dominating the second Test, New Zealand head into the decider as strong favorites with the West Indies keen to restore pride. So let’s know about the NZ vs WI third test match prediction.
Match details NZ vs WI
Agreement: New Zealand vs West Indies, 3rd Test
Series: West Indies Tour of New Zealand 2025
Date: December 18–22, 2025
Location: Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui
Format: Test
NZ vs WI 3rd test match prediction
Based on recent performances and home conditions, New Zealand is expected to finish the series comfortably.
Bay Oval pitch and ground statistics (tests)
Average score in the first innings: 389
Average score in the second inning: 356
Average score in the 3rd innings: 219
Average score in the 4th innings: 171
The surface at Bay Oval generally supports batters early, while seamers come into play as the match progresses. Teams that bat first often enjoy a significant advantage.
Current format: New Zealand vs West Indies
New Zealand form
New Zealand recorded a convincing 9-wicket win in the second Test, showing dominance with both bat and ball.
West Indian form
West Indies have struggled with consistency, especially in the batting department.
Summary of the 2nd test match
West Indies were bowled out for 205 runs in their first innings despite decent starts from John Campbell and Brandon King. Shai Hope continued his good form with a fighting knock, but the rest of the line-up failed to contribute. Blair Tickner played with the ball and claimed four wickets.
In reply, New Zealand posted 278/9 declared, with valuable contributions from Devon Conway, Kane Williamson and Mitchell Hay, gaining a crucial lead.
West Indies collapsed again in the second innings, managing just 128 runs as Jacob Duffy tore through the batting line-up with a five-wicket haul. New Zealand chased down the modest target comfortably and won with nine wickets in hand.
Key players to keep an eye on
New Zealand
Devon Conway
Kane Williamson
Jacob Duffy
Rachin Ravindra
West Indies
Yes Hope
Justin Greaves
Kemar Roach
Brandon King
NZ vs WI 3rd Test: Likely Match Predictions
Winner toss: New Zealand
Competition winner: New Zealand
Top batter:
Best bowler:
Player of the match: Devon Conway
Predicted scores (hit first):
New Zealand – 320+
West Indies – 250+
Match handicap: New Zealand
Squads for NZ vs WI 3rd Test
New Zealand team
Tom Latham (c), Devon Conway, Kane Williamson, Rachin Ravindra, Mitchell Santner, Michael Bracewell, Daryl Mitchell, Jacob Duffy, Matt Henry, Blair Tickner, Will Young, Tom Blundell, Zak Foulkes, Nathan Smith
West Indian team
Roston Chase (c), Shai Hope, Justin Greaves, John Campbell, Brandon King, Kavem Hodge, Tagenarine Chanderpaul, Kemar Roach, Jayden Seales, Jomel Warrican, Anderson Phillip, Ojay Shields, Johann Layne, Tevin Imlach
Final verdict
With superior depth, in-form bowlers and home advantage, New Zealand are well positioned to dominate the 3rd Test and achieve a series victory. West Indies will need a remarkable turnaround in batting discipline to challenge the hosts at Bay Oval.
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