New Zealand leveled a five-match one-day international series 1-1 against the West Indies on Monday in Providence, Guyana, securing their 400th ODI win. Left-arm spinner Jayden Lennox led the effort with a 5-19 bowling performance, triggering a West Indies collapse from 63-0 to 138 all out, according to the Associated Press.
Jayden Lennox and the Spin Dominance in Guyana
The match centered on a “sharply turning pitch” that favored spin bowlers. Jayden Lennox, making his seventh ODI appearance after a debut at age 31, recorded his first five-wicket haul. His figures of 5-19 stand as the third-best ever by a New Zealand spinner in the one-day format, per AP reports.
Lennox and Mitchell Santner dismantled a West Indies batting lineup that had previously thrived. In the first match on Saturday, Keacy Carty (95) and captain Shai Hope (87) shared a 131-run partnership. On Monday, however, Santner bowled Carty for 18, and Lennox bowled Hope for just 7.
Did you know? Jayden Lennox’s late entry into international cricket at 31 is a rarity in the modern ODI game.
West Indies Batting Collapse: From 63-0 to 138 All Out
The West Indies started strong with an opening stand between John Campbell, who scored 43, and Akeem August, who contributed 18. Despite the 63-0 start, the team lost its final 10 wickets for just 65 runs.
According to the AP, the collapse was rapid, with the last five wickets falling within a span of 10 overs. Only Amir Jangoo provided significant resistance outside the opening pair, scoring 24 runs.
New Zealand’s Tactical Chase and Key Milestones
New Zealand’s pursuit of 139 was not seamless. While Henry Nicholls (17) and Will Young (28) opened with a brisk 35-run partnership, the momentum shifted when Young and Mark Chapman fell in quick succession. Chapman was run out on his second ball after attempting a risky run from a push to cover, beaten by a throw from Vitel Lawes.
The match remained tense as New Zealand slipped to 96-5. Daryl Mitchell (28) and Tom Latham (37) stabilized the innings with a 42-run partnership for the fourth wicket. However, Mitchell was stumped by Khary Pierre after a “rash decision” to charge the ball, and Dean Foxcroft was bowled by Pierre shortly after.
Tom Latham and Mark Bracewell eventually guided the team to victory with 104 balls remaining. During the chase, Bracewell reached a career milestone of 1,000 one-day international runs.
Performance Comparison: Match 1 vs. Match 2
| Metric | Match 1 (West Indies Win) | Match 2 (New Zealand Win) |
|---|---|---|
| Series Score | 1-0 | 1-1 |
| Key WI Batter | Carty (95) / Hope (87) | Campbell (43) |
| Key NZ Bowler | N/A | Lennox (5-19) |
Pro Tip: When watching ODIs on turning pitches, keep an eye on the “middle and leg” line. As seen with Lennox’s delivery to Shai Hope, balls that straighten past the inside edge are often unplayable on these surfaces.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won the second ODI between New Zealand and West Indies?
New Zealand won by five wickets, leveling the series at 1-1.
What was Jayden Lennox’s final bowling figure?
Lennox took 5 wickets for 19 runs in eight overs.
Which New Zealand player reached 1,000 ODI runs?
Mark Bracewell passed the 1,000-run mark during the second match.
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