Justin Greaves pulled out of the West Indies’ ODI squad versus New Zealand because of injury before the second and third matches. The team announced the news shortly before the game. Nicholas Hetmyer came into the team to replace him for those games. He brings new vigor to the side. The teams maintained identical line-ups for the first ODI, and New Zealand are scheduled to open the innings in that match. New Zealand's lineup stays the same for the opening match. Liam Livingstone left the field during the opener before returning. Livingstone's brief exit did not affect the flow. The change came as the West Indies prepared for the series finale. Both sides intend to capture the win in the next matches. Fans showed disappointment at Greaves' absence but hope regarding Hetmyer's addition.