NZ vs WI 3rd Test Match Prediction for WI tour of NZ 2025

The West Indies tour of New Zealand 2025 reaches its final chapter with the 3rd Test match, scheduled to be played from December 18 to 22 at Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui. After dominating the second Test, New Zealand head into the decider as strong favourites, while West Indies will be eager to restore pride. So let’s know about NZ vs WI 3rd Test Match Prediction.

NZ vs WI Match Details

  • Match: New Zealand vs West Indies, 3rd Test

  • Series: West Indies Tour of New Zealand 2025

  • Date: December 18–22, 2025

  • Venue: Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui

  • Format: Test

NZ vs WI 3rd Test Match Prediction

  • Predicted Winner: New Zealand

  • Winning Probability:

  • New Zealand – 81.6%
  • West Indies – 11.1%

Based on recent performances and home conditions, New Zealand are expected to seal the series comfortably.

Bay Oval Pitch & Ground Stats (Tests)

  • Average 1st Innings Score: 389

  • Average 2nd Innings Score: 356

  • Average 3rd Innings Score: 219

  • Average 4th Innings Score: 171

The surface at Bay Oval generally supports batters early, while seamers come into play as the match progresses. Teams batting first often enjoy a significant advantage.

Current Form: New Zealand vs West Indies

New Zealand Form

New Zealand registered a convincing 9-wicket victory in the second Test, showcasing dominance with both bat and ball.

  • Top Run Scorer: Tom Latham – 189 runs

  • Top Wicket Taker: Jacob Duffy – 14 wickets

West Indies Form

West Indies have struggled with consistency, especially in the batting department.

  • Top Run Scorer: Shai Hope – 249 runs

  • Top Wicket Taker: Kemar Roach – 9 wickets

Recap of 2nd Test Match

West Indies were bundled 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 lineup failed to contribute. Blair Tickner starred with the ball, claiming 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 only 128 runs, as Jacob Duffy ripped through the batting lineup with a five-wicket haul. New Zealand chased down the modest target comfortably, winning with nine wickets in hand.

Key Players to Watch

New Zealand

  • Devon Conway

  • Kane Williamson

  • Jacob Duffy

  • Rachin Ravindra

West Indies

  • Shai Hope

  • Justin Greaves

  • Kemar Roach

  • Brandon King

NZ vs WI 3rd Test: Probable Match Predictions

  • Toss Winner: New Zealand

  • Match Winner: New Zealand

  • Top Batter:

    • New Zealand – Devon Conway

    • West Indies – Justin Greaves

  • Top Bowler:

    • New Zealand – Jacob Duffy

    • West Indies – Kemar Roach

  • Player of the Match: Devon Conway

  • Predicted Scores (Batting First):

    • New Zealand – 320+

    • West Indies – 250+

  • Match Handicap: New Zealand

Squads for NZ vs WI 3rd Test

New Zealand Squad

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 Indies Squad

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 complete a series win. West Indies will need a remarkable turnaround in batting discipline to challenge the hosts at Bay Oval.

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