Black Caps v West Indies live updates: First One
The Black Caps suffered a seven-wicket defeat against the West Indies in the opening match of their ODI series in Guyana. Despite a strong start, New Zealand's batting collapse and challenging conditions under lights led to the loss.
Why it matters
The result impacts the West Indies' standing and their qualification prospects for the upcoming ODI World Cup.
The Black Caps have fallen to defeat to open their One-Day International series against the West Indies, courtesy of a seven-wicket loss in Guyana.
A batting collapse of 6-33 in the first innings left the Black Caps short, before the hosts eased to their target of 268 with seven balls to spare, as the result was ultimately decided by the toss.
Daryl Mitchell (65 off 73) was the only New Zealander to pass 50, as the West Indies’ attack was superbly led by Alzarri Joseph (4-41), while 19-year-old spinner Vitel Lawes (3-54) showed control beyond his years in his first professional match at any level.
The Black Caps’ bowlers were hampered in their defence, as dew set in under lights for the second half of the match, and swung conditions in favour of the chasing team, after New Zealand’s batting innings was played during the day.
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