NZ vs WI, 4th T20I: Rain Halts Match in Nelson
The fourth Twenty20 International between New Zealand and the West Indies was abandoned due to persistent rain in Nelson on Monday after fewer than seven overs were completed. The series now stands at 2–1 in favor of New Zealand, with the fifth and final match scheduled for Thursday in Dunedin.
Match Summary
Before the weather interruption, West Indies had reached 38 for 1 in 6.3 overs after being sent in to bat. The game was finally called off following a second spell of rainfall at Saxton Oval.
Key Moments
- Alick Athanaze was dismissed for 21 after miscuing a James Neesham delivery to Daryl Mitchell at mid-on.
- Amir Jangoo remained unbeaten on 12, while captain Shai Hope was not out on 3 when play stopped.
Series Progress
New Zealand lost the series opener at Eden Park in Auckland by seven runs but bounced back to win the second game at the same venue by three runs. The hosts also secured victory in the third T20I in Nelson on Sunday, winning by nine runs.
"The fourth Twenty20 international between New Zealand and West Indies was abandoned because of rain on Monday after less than seven overs of play."
Next Match
The deciding fifth match will take place in Dunedin, where both teams hope for clear skies to conclude the series.
Author’s Summary: Persistent rain forced the early abandonment of the fourth T20I in Nelson, leaving New Zealand 2–1 ahead as the teams look to finish the series in Dunedin.
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