The latest Test match between West Indies and New Zealand is heating up at Cello Basin Reserve, Wellington. After a tense opening day, both teams are locked in a gripping battle for dominance in the 2nd Test of the 2025 series. The Kiwis are currently ahead, but the Windies are showing strong resistance, keeping fans on the edge of their seats.
West Indies Bat First, Post 205 All Out
West Indies batted first and managed to score 205 runs in 75 overs. Shai Hope led the charge with a gritty 47, but the rest of the batting lineup struggled against a disciplined New Zealand attack. Anderson Phillip took 2 wickets for 53 runs, while Ojay Shields bowled 8 overs without picking up a wicket.
New Zealand Respond with 278 in First Innings
New Zealand started strong in their reply, posting 278 runs in 74.4 overs. The Kiwis now lead by 73 runs, thanks to some solid batting and a couple of crucial partnerships. Mitchell Hay is currently unbeaten on 52, with Glenn Phillips at the crease as well.
Injury Woes for New Zealand
The Black Caps are facing a challenging situation with injuries. Matt Henry, Nathan Smith, and wicketkeeper Tom Blundell are all ruled out for the remainder of the series, giving Mitchell Hay his Test debut. This could impact their bowling depth and catching standards in the coming days.
West Indies vs New Zealand 2nd Test
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Key Highlights from the 2nd Test
- West Indies scored 205 all out in their first innings.
- New Zealand responded with 278/6, leading by 73 runs​
- Mitchell Hay makes his Test debut for New Zealand.​
- West Indies need 424 runs to win with 4 sessions left and 6 wickets in hand​
This has been a Very Competitive Day of Test Cricket. West Indies have made a Good Comeback after getting All Out on 205. New Zealand still ahead though. This New Zealand Vs West Indies Test Series has been much more competitive and interesting than what I thought. pic.twitter.com/gZk8ylqwdI
— Aryan Goel (@Aryan42832Goel) December 11, 2025
West Indies Fight Back
Despite a shaky start, the West Indies have shown resilience in their second innings. They are currently 24/1 after 6.5 overs, still needing 424 runs to win. The Windies’ ability to bat long hours and stay composed under pressure will be key to their chances of pulling off a surprise victory.
