New Zealand bounced back in style to defeat the West Indies by five wickets in the second ODI, thanks to a sensational bowling performance from Jayden Lennox, who registered career-best figures of 5 wickets for 19 runs. The victory levels the three-match ODI series at 1-1, setting up an exciting decider.
The Black Caps bowled out the West Indies for just 138 runs before chasing down the target with five wickets in hand.
Jayden Lennox Produces Career-Best Spell
Left-arm spinner Jayden Lennox delivered the standout performance of the match by claiming 5/19, the best bowling figures of his ODI career.
Having never taken more than two wickets in his previous six ODIs, Lennox produced a remarkable spell, with his first four dismissals coming via clean bowled deliveries.
His outstanding figures are now the third-best by a New Zealand spinner in men's ODI history.
New Zealand's best ODI bowling figures by a spinner:
Ish Sodhi – 6/39
Daniel Vettori – 5/7
Jayden Lennox – 5/19
West Indies Collapse After Strong Start
After being asked to bat first, the West Indies looked comfortable early on.
Openers John Campbell and Akeem Auguste added 63 runs for the first wicket, giving the hosts an excellent platform.
However, New Zealand's spin attack completely changed the game.
Captain Mitchell Santner and Jayden Lennox triggered a dramatic collapse as the West Indies lost their final 10 wickets for just 75 runs.
The hosts were eventually bowled out for 138.
Top West Indies Batters
John Campbell – 43
Amir Jangoo – 20
No other batter managed to score 20 runs.
New Zealand Spinners Rewrite Record Books
The New Zealand spin attack dominated throughout the innings.
Jayden Lennox claimed five wickets, while skipper Mitchell Santner picked up two, including the crucial dismissals of John Campbell and Keacy Carty.
Overall, New Zealand's spinners collected nine wickets, their highest tally by spinners in a single ODI innings.
Tom Latham Anchors the Chase
Chasing 139, New Zealand suffered an early wobble.
The visitors slipped to 52/3 after losing Will Young, Mark Chapman, and another early wicket.
Later, Daryl Mitchell and Tom Latham rebuilt the innings before Mitchell departed.
The West Indies briefly fought back by reducing New Zealand to 96/5, but Latham remained calm.
Together with Michael Bracewell, he guided the Black Caps safely across the finish line.
Michael Bracewell Reaches ODI Milestone
Michael Bracewell not only helped New Zealand complete the successful chase but also achieved a personal milestone.
The all-rounder completed 1,000 ODI runs, finishing the match in style with consecutive boundaries off Gudakesh Motie.
Series Heads Into Decider
With this convincing five-wicket victory, New Zealand has drawn the three-match ODI series 1-1.
After losing the opening match, the visitors responded with an impressive all-round performance, ensuring the final ODI will decide the series winner.
Match Summary
West Indies: 138 all out
New Zealand: 139/5
Result: New Zealand won by 5 wickets
Player of the Match: Jayden Lennox (5/19)
Series: Three-match ODI series level at 1-1
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