NZ vs WI Match Prediction : 2nd Test, West Indies tour of New Zealand, 2025
NZ vs WI Win Probability
82%
New Zealand
6%
Draw
12%
West Indies
New Zealand To Win, 1.20
New Zealand maintains a formidable Test record against the West Indies in home conditions.
NZ has a superior bowling attack capable of exploiting the conditions perfectly.
The Black Caps feature a much more settled and reliable top four compared to the visitors' fragile lineup.
NZ vs WI Betting Tips
Kane Williamson to score more than 34.5 runs
Few names loom larger in New Zealand’s Test history than Kane Williamson. The right-handed batter boasts statistics that make this bet particularly appealing. With a home Test batting average exceeding 65 and 20 centuries on New Zealand soil, Williamson is a reliable anchor for the Black Caps. Given his consistency and pedigree, backing him to cross the 34.5-run mark is a sensible play.
New Zealand not to hit a boundary four in the first over of the first innings
While the hosts are known for playing an attractive brand of cricket, early boundaries might be hard to come by at the Basin Reserve. In Test cricket, openers typically adopt a conservative approach against the moving new ball to assess the conditions. Betting on a cautious start without a boundary in the opening over puts the odds in your favor.
Team form (Last 5 matches)
New Zealand
N/A
West Indies
N/A
New Zealand’s dominance over the West Indies at home looks set to continue. Armed with a squad that balances lethal swing bowling with a batting lineup capable of posting mammoth totals, the Kiwis enter the second Test as firm favorites to secure a victory.
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New Zealand vs West Indies Head-to-Head Record
New Zealand won the previous home Test series against the West Indies 2-0. The first match of the current series ended in a draw, leaving the trophy up for grabs in this decisive encounter.
New Zealand vs West Indies Live-streaming and Broadcast
This is the second Test of the series between New Zealand and the West Indies. The match is scheduled to begin at the Basin Reserve on Wednesday, 10 December 2025. Fans in India can catch the action via the Sony Sports Network, the SonyLiv app, or the FanCode app.
You can find live odds, updated tips after every day's play, and more information about this match at ocbscores.com.
NZ vs WI Team Previews
New Zealand
The New Zealand team enters this contest in a position of significant strength. The West Indies will have to contend with stalwarts like captain Tom Latham and the world-class Kane Williamson. Williamson made a successful return to Test cricket with a half-century in the opener, while Latham recently surpassed 6,000 Test runs, marking the milestone with a century against this very opposition.
A major positive for the hosts is the rapid rise of Rachin Ravindra, who made a stunning impact with a knock of 176 runs in the previous Test. The bowling attack offers an ideal blend of experience and fresh talent, spearheaded by Matt Henry and Jacob Duffy. Tall quick Duffy was particularly impressive in the first match, claiming a maiden five-wicket haul.
The Kiwis are built to attack in these conditions. After forcing the West Indies to hold on for a draw in the series opener, the home team holds the psychological upper hand.
New Zealand Expected Playing 11
Tom Latham (c), Devon Conway, Kane Williamson, Rachin Ravindra, Will Young, Tom Blundell (wk), Michael Bracewell, Nathan Smith, Zak Foulkes, Matt Henry, Jacob Duffy
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West Indies
The West Indies face an uphill battle against the Black Caps. Their batting lineup has shown significant flaws, with the team limping to a total below 200 in 13 of their last 15 Test innings. This issue persisted in the first Test, where they were skittled for 167 in the first innings. This follows a trend from earlier this year, including a collapse where they were bowled out for just 27 against Australia.
The squad lacks Test experience, relying heavily on Shai Hope, Roston Chase, and Kemar Roach. Most of the current crop struggle with the patience required to build long innings or bowl disciplined spells. Compounding their woes, key pacers Shamar Joseph and Alzarri Joseph are nursing injuries, severely depleting the potency of their attack.
Having suffered heavy defeats in five of their last six Tests, betting on the visitors remains a high-risk proposition.
West Indies Expected Playing 11
Tagenarine Chanderpaul, John Campbell, Alick Athanaze, Shai Hope, Roston Chase (c), Justin Greaves, Tevin Imlach (wk), Kemar Roach, Johann Layne, Jayden Seales, Ojay Shields
NZ vs WI Toss Prediction
The West Indies elected to bowl first in the opening Test. Given the conditions, both captains will likely prefer to bowl first to utilize the fresh pitch and favorable bowling conditions on the opening morning.
Pitch Report and Weather Conditions
A typical New Zealand surface awaits the teams at the Basin Reserve: green and bouncy. Seam bowlers can expect pace, bounce, and significant movement with the new ball before the pitch flattens out to become better for batting. Spinners will likely remain on the periphery until days four and five. Historically, the ground favors batting once the shine is off the ball, with an average first-innings score of 372.
Weather forecasts suggest a 20 percent chance of rain on days two and four. The remaining days are expected to be cloudy and overcast, with slightly warmer temperatures than the previous match.
NZ vs WI: Who Will Win?
The Black Caps’ head-to-head record makes for grim reading if you are looking to back the visitors. While history plays a part, the combination of home advantage, a pitch that suits their bowlers, and superior recent form suggests the hosts will come through this second Test unblemished.
Bet on New Zealand to win.
