Duffy and Sodhi Lead New Zealand to Victory Over West Indies in 3rd T20I
Jacob Duffy and Ish Sodhi delivered strong bowling performances that helped New Zealand secure a thrilling nine-run win against the West Indies in the third T20I at Saxton Oval on Sunday. This victory gave New Zealand a 2-1 lead in the five-match series.
Match Summary
Opting to bat first, New Zealand scored 177/9, their lowest T20I total at this venue. Despite the modest score, their bowlers contained the West Indies effectively throughout the match.
West Indies Bowling Highlights
- Matthew Forde stood out, taking 2 wickets for 20 runs.
- Jason Holder impressed with figures of 2 for 31.
- Shamar Springer contributed with 1 wicket for 36 runs, particularly effective in the final overs.
"Jacob Duffy and Ish Sodhi’s impressive bowling performance helped New Zealand secure a nine-run victory over the West Indies," said the match summary from Saxton Oval.
Series Status
With this win, New Zealand leads the series 2-1, putting them in a strong position with two games remaining.
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