The New Zealand cricket team, led by Mitchell Santner, will start a five-match T20I series against former world champions West Indies at Eden Park, Auckland on Wednesday.
West Indies, captained by Shai Hope, enter the series with strong morale after a clean sweep against Bangladesh in their last T20I series. New Zealand have made adjustments following their rain-affected series against England.
New Zealand have a superior T20I record against West Indies, winning 11 of their 20 encounters. West Indies have claimed 5 victories.
West Indies will rely on powerful batsmen such as Ackeem Auguste, Rovman Powell, and Romario Shepherd to challenge New Zealand's dominance.
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Author’s summary: New Zealand and West Indies face off in a competitive T20I series, with lineup changes and strategic additions shaping the contest at Eden Park.