New Zealand (NZ) to take on West Indies (WI) in a three match ODI series, with first game starting on November 16, 2025 at Hagley Oval, Christchurch. In the West Indies tour of New Zealand, NZ already won the T20 series 3–1. West Indies Look Stronger and bounce back in the ODI series. Here, let’s look at for expert analysis, pitch report, weather forecast, playing XI and NZ vs WI 1st ODI match prediction. Who will win today’s match between NZ vs WI?
Weather Report
- Temperature: ~11.2°C
- Humidity: 50%
- Rain: 75% chance of Rain
- Wind direction: South
- Wind speed: 14KPH
Today match Prediction: New Zealand wins the First ODI match.
Pitch Report: Hagley Oval, Christchurch
The surface at the Hagley Oval in Christchurch offers good bounce throughout the game which makes it an ideal venue for pace bowlers. However, the ball also travels nicely off the bat making the upcoming contest a balanced one between the bowler and the batter.
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NZ vs WI – Predicted Playing XI
| New Zealand Playing XI | West Indies Playing XI |
|---|---|
| Tom Latham (wk) | Shai Hope (c) (wk) |
| Devon Conway | Alick Athanaze |
| Rachin Ravindra | Akeem Auguste |
| Will Young | Keacy Carty |
| Daryl Mitchell | Roston Chase |
| Michael Bracewell | Sherfane Rutherford |
| Mitchell Santner (c) | John Campbell |
| Matt Henry | Romario Shepherd |
| Jacob Duffy | Matthew Forde |
| Zakary Foulkes | Jayden Seales |
| Blair Tickner | Khary Pierre |
Expert Cricket Betting Tips for NZ vs WI First ODI Match
- Who will win the toss: New Zealand win the toss and Elect to Bowl First
- Top Batter Performance: Devon Conway
- Top Bowler Performance: Mitchell Santner
Disclaimer: This prediction is given by author expert Insights, analysis, and personal insights. Please use it as a reference and make your own informed decisions before placing any bets or forming conclusions.