New Zealand vs West Indies 1st ODI: How to stream the match without paying a single rupee in India

The first match of the three-match One Day International series (ODI Series) between the New Zealand National Cricket Team and the West Indies Cricket Team will be played on Sunday, November 16th at Hagley Oval in Christchurch. The first match of the ODI series between New Zealand and West Indies brings with it the promise of an exciting start.

Hosts New Zealand, led by Mitchell Santner, will field a mix of experienced players and young talent. On the other hand, the West Indies will pose a challenge as a team undergoing a rebuild. A strong batting unit consisting of Tom Latham and Devon Conway, along with young players like Rachin Ravindra and Michael Bracewell, provide balance to the Kiwi team.

The pitch at Hagley Oval is considered to be favorable for fast bowlers, and the presence of Matt Henry and Kyle Jamieson will be a major advantage for New Zealand.

Although the West Indies team lacks some experience, captain Shai Hope is ready to provide stability to the team. In bowling, Jaden Seales and Romario Shepherd can play important roles, especially by capitalizing on the bounce and seam movement at Hagley. In batting, emerging players like Akeem August and Alick Ethanes will have a huge responsibility to score runs against New Zealand's dynamic and diverse attack. This match will be crucial for both teams to test potential new faces and prepare for the upcoming white-ball series.

New Zealand vs West Indies Head-to-Head Record in ODIs

A total of 68 ODI matches have been played between New Zealand and West Indies. During this period, the West Indies have had the upper hand. New Zealand have won 30 matches, while the West Indies have won 31. Seven matches have ended in a draw.

Key Players to Watch Out for in New Zealand vs West Indies 1st ODI 2025:  

Devon Conway, Kane Williamson, Matt Henry, Shai Hope, Sherfane Rutherford, and Jaden Seales could be the key players in this match. Everyone will be watching.

Players who could trouble each other in a mini battle (NZ vs WI Mini Battle): The clash between New Zealand's Kane Williamson and West Indies' star bowler Jaden Seals will be exciting. Meanwhile, the clash between West Indies' star batsman Shai Hope and Matt Henry could also be a game-changer.

When and where will New Zealand vs West Indies 1st ODI 2025 be played?

The first match of the three-match One Day International series (ODI Series) between New Zealand national cricket team and West Indies cricket team will be played on November 16 (Sunday) at Hagley Oval in Christchurch from 6:30 am Indian time.

Where and how to watch New Zealand vs West Indies 1st ODI 2025 live telecast and streaming?

Indian viewers can watch the ODI series live on Sony Sports Network channels, where ball-by-ball coverage will be available. For online viewers, live streaming is available on the Sony LIV app and website, allowing fans to enjoy the match from wherever they are. They can also use the Cricfy application and the Pikashow application to watch the match for free

New Zealand vs West Indies 1st ODI 2025 Probable Playing XIs

New Zealand National Cricket Team: Devon Conway, Tom Latham (wk), Kane Williamson (c), Daryl Mitchell, Mark Chapman, Rachin Ravindra, Mitchell Santner, Michael Bracewell, Kyle Jamieson/Jacob Duffy, Matt Henry, Ish Sodhi.

West Indies Cricket Team: Shai Hope (captain and wicketkeeper), Alick Athanase, John Campbell, Keece Carty, Sherfane Rutherford, Roston Chase, Justin Greaves, Romario Shepherd, Khary Pierre, Jayden Seales, Matthew Ford.

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