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NZ vs WI statistical preview: Key stats, records and head-to-head ahead of 1st Test

Akshita Patel

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New Zealand will host the West Indies in the first Test of the three-game series on Tuesday, December 2. The match will be held at the Hagley Oval in Christchurch at 3:30 AM IST.

New Zealand

New Zealand enter the Test series with growing confidence after turning their form around in recent matches. Big wins over Zimbabwe and a massive victory against England prove their strength at home and their improved balance with both bat and ball. 

Although the earlier losses to England exposed some vulnerabilities, the Black Caps have quickly corrected their mistakes and now look settled, organised and ready to extend their dominance over West Indies. 

West Indies

West Indies arrive under heavy pressure following a long string of defeats against India and Australia. The margins of those losses have raised serious concerns about their batting depth and ability to stay competitive in long innings. 

However, this Test also represents a fresh opportunity to reset mentally and fight back. To challenge New Zealand, the West Indies will need discipline with the ball and a more patient, resilient approach at the crease.

NZ vs WI Head-to-head overview

New Zealand have played 49 Tests against West Indies, out of which the Kiwis won 17 games and the Windies managed to win 13 contests. The remaining 19 Tests ended in draws.

Hagley Oval, Christchurch pitch report

The Hagley Oval surface is expected to favour fast bowlers early, with visible grass and natural movement on offer during the opening sessions. Seamers who hit a good length will get assistance, especially on Day 1. 

Batting becomes easier as the match progresses, with runs flowing more freely from Day 3 onwards. Historically, teams bowling first have enjoyed more success at this venue. Spinners are likely to play a limited role on this flat, pace-friendly track.

New Zealand and West Indies probable playing XI

New Zealand

Tom Latham (c), Will Young, Kane Williamson, Rachin Ravindra, Daryl Mitchell, Tom Blundell (wk), Michael Bracewell, Mitchell Santner, Matt Henry, Nathan Smith, Jacob Duffy

West Indies

Tagenarine Chanderpaul, John Campbell, Alick Athanaze, Brandon King, Shai Hope (wk), Roston Chase (c), Justin Greaves, Jomel Warrican, Kemar Roach, Johann Layne, Jayden Seales

Top run-scorers in NZ vs WI Tests

We are only considering the players from the current squad.

Kane Williamson - 970 runs

Veteran Kane Williamson is the leading run-scorer in NZ vs WI Tests, scoring 970 runs in 10 matches (17 innings) at a brilliant average of 60.62. He also smashed a career-best 251 against the West Indies, including 3 centuries and 4 half-centuries.

Tom Latham - 482 runs

Latham has made 482 runs in 7 matches (11 innings) at a solid average of 43.81, showing consistent performances at the top of the order. His highest score in the rivalry is 86, with four half-centuries to his name.

Tom Blundell - 164 runs

Wicket-keeper Tom Blundell has scored 164 runs in 4 matches (5 innings) at an average of 41.00 and has registered a top score of 107*. He also has one century.

Top wicket-takers in NZ vs WI Tests

We are only considering the players from the current squad.

Roston Chase - 6 wickets

West Indies captain Roston Chase is the highest wicket-taker in NZ vs WI Tests, picking up 6 wickets in 4 matches (5 innings). His best figures are 2/51, with an average of 66.50 and an economy rate of 4.12.

Kane Williamson - 5 wickets

Williamson has taken 5 wickets in 10 matches (13 innings), with best bowling figures of 2/47. He averages 42.20 with the ball and has chipped in as a handy part-time option.

Matt Henry - 3 wickets

Henry made an immediate impact, taking 3 wickets in just 1 match (2 innings). His best spell was 3/57, and he finished with a strong bowling average of 32.00 and an economy of 2.74.

NZ vs WI key stats

New Zealand key records

  • The Kiwis have played only two Tests in 2025, where Devon Conway emerged as the highest run-scorer with 245 runs, including one century and a solo fifty.
  • With the ball, Matt Henry has picked 16 wickets in just 4 innings played this year at 9.12 average, including two five-wicket-hauls.
  • At Christchurch, Tom Latham is the leading run-scorer at 1130 runs in 25 Test innings. He has an average of 47.08 with two centuries and six fifties.
  • Matt Henry has also had decent success at Christchurch with 36 wickets in 14 Test innings at 23.91 average and two five-wicket-hauls.
  • Roston Chase vs Matt Henry - 3 runs, 12 balls, 1 wicket
  • Shai Hope vs Mitchell Santner - 3 runs, 43 balls, 0 wickets
  • Kane Williamson vs Roston Chase - 66 runs, 79 balls, 0 wickets
  • At Hagley Oval, New Zealand have won 9 out of the 14 Tests played since 2014 but also lost 4 games as 1 Test ended in a draw.

West Indies key records

  • In 2025, Shai Hope dominated red-ball cricket for the West Indies with 279 runs in 10 innings, including a century.
  • Jomel Warrican has claimed 24 Test wickets for West Indies in 2025 with 19.20 average and two five-wicket-hauls.
  • Jayden Seales has also done well with 17 wickets in 11 Test innings, including a five-wicket-haul.
  • Against New Zealand, Roston Chase has picked 6 wickets with an economy rate of 4.12.
  • Tom Blundell vs Roston Chase - 27 runs, 60 balls, 0 wickets
  • Mitchell Santner vs Roston Chase - 19 runs, 27 balls, 1 wicket
  • In 2025, the West Indies played seven Tests and won just one while losing 6 of them.

Records that can be broken in NZ vs WI 1st Test

  • Justin Greaves is 71 runs away from completing 500 Test runs.
  • Roston Chase is 56 runs away from completing 2500 Test runs.
  • Tom Latham is 165 runs away from completing 6000 Test runs.