West Indies vs New Zealand Today's Match Prediction, 3rd ODI - Who will win today’s match?
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Vitel Lawes celebrates with his Windies teammates (Source: CWI)
Published - 16 Jul 2026, 08:30 AM• Read time - 12 mins
West Indies head into the third ODI with a daunting challenge after suffering a mortifying defeat in the second match. The hosts collapsed on a surface that gripped and turned, leaving their batters exposed and in desperate need of a resounding comeback to seize a 2‑1 lead.
The Windies batters must show far greater application, or risk a repeat of the Providence Stadium debacle. Skipper Shai Hope carries a massive responsibility, not only to anchor the innings, a role he has perfected over the years, but also to instil belief in his teammates and help them dust themselves off. His ability to bat deep could free up others to play with greater freedom.
Meanwhile, New Zealand are bound to arrive with renewed confidence and a sense of belief that they can topple the hosts again. Their spinners have outperformed West Indies’ counterparts so far, and how they fare on Thursday may well decide the outcome of the contest.
WI vs NZ Match Info
| Date | Fixture | Match No | Venue | Start time (Local time) |
| Thursday, July 16 | West Indies vs New Zealand | 3rd ODI | Providence Stadium, Guyana | 2:30 PM |
Providence Stadium, Guyana Stats (Men's ODI)
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Matches Played | 27 |
| Matches Won Batting First | 13 |
| Matches Won Bowling First | 13 |
| No Result | 1 |
| Average 1st Innings Score | 215 |
| Average 2nd Innings Score | 194 |
| Highest Total Recorded | 308/5 (50) by Pakistan vs West Indies, 2017 (Batting first) |
| Lowest Total Recorded | 98/10 (41) by West Indies vs Pakistan, 2013 |
| Highest Score Chased | 309 [309/6 in 49 overs] by West Indies vs Pakistan, 2017 |
| Lowest Score Defended | 189 by South Africa vs Australia, 2016 |
Providence Stadium Pitch Report and Playing Conditions:
| Aspect | Batters | Pacers | Spinners |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall Assistance | Decent | Average | Good |
| Bounce | Good | Decent | Moderate |
| Movement/turn | Decent | Minimal after powerplay | Good |
| Best Phase | Middle overs | With the new ball | Middle Overs |
WI vs NZ Head-to-Head record (ODIs)
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Matches Played | 73 |
| West Indies | 32 |
| New Zealand | 34 |
| No result | 7 |
West Indies vs New Zealand Predicted Playing 11
West Indies (WI):
John Campbell, Ackeem Auguste, Keacy Carty, Shai Hope (c) (wk), Sherfane Rutherford, Amir Jangoo, Gudakesh Motie, Khary Pierre, Alzarri Joseph, Matthew Forde, Vitel Lawes
New Zealand (NZ):
Henry Nicholls, Will Young, Mark Chapman, Daryl Mitchell, Tom Latham (wk), Michael Bracewell, Mitchell Santner (c), Dean Foxcroft, Matthew Fisher, Jacob Duffy, Jayden Lennox
Players to watch out for in WI vs NZ:
Shai Hope (WI):
West Indies have their backs against the wall, and one player who can lift them from such an abyss is their captain, Shai Hope. Hope is a technically compact batter, capable of handling spin well on a surface conducive to spinners. His innings will be crucial for Windies.
Daryl Mitchell (NZ):
Daryl Mitchell is the No. 1-ranked batter in the ICC men's ODI batting rankings, but he hasn't showcased it so far in the series. He has a lot of range as a batter, and New Zealand would hope he comes good and helps them take the much-needed lead.
Today's Match Prediction: West Indies to win
Disclaimer: This prediction is based on current form, team balance, and available match data. Cricket remains unpredictable, and actual results may vary.