Jamieson’s Ice-Cool Final Over Seals Thrilling Win for New Zealand
What a finish it was in Nelson! The third T20 International between New Zealand and the West Indies turned out to be a real nail-biter, and it was Kyle Jamieson who stood tall when it mattered most. Bowling a brilliant final over, Jamieson helped the Black Caps clinch a tense nine-run victory at the Saxton Oval, giving them a 2–1 lead in the five-match series.
New Zealand, after winning the toss and choosing to bat first, looked set for a commanding total early on. Devon Conway led the way with a fluent 56, and Daryl Mitchell added a solid 41, putting the hosts in control. But just when things seemed smooth, the batting order suffered a sudden collapse. In the final five overs, they lost six wickets for just 31 runs, eventually finishing on 177 for nine. The West Indies bowlers, especially Matthew Forde and Jason Holder, made sure to keep the pressure on—each grabbing two crucial wickets and tightening things up in the death overs.
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Chasing 178, the West Indies had a rough start yet again. Their top order looked fragile, slipping to 47 for two by the end of the powerplay. The middle order didn’t help either, as wickets kept tumbling in clusters. At one point, the visitors were staring down the barrel at 88 for eight in the 13th over. It looked like the game was gone—but the drama was far from over.
Romario Shepherd decided he wasn’t giving up easily. He smashed 49 off just 34 balls, showing power and determination. Shamar Springer added 39, and together they staged a gutsy fightback that reignited hopes for the Caribbean side. By the time the final over arrived, the West Indies needed 12 runs to win with one wicket left. Shepherd and Akeal Hosein were at the crease, and the crowd could feel the tension building.
Then came Jamieson’s moment. With nerves of steel, he allowed only two runs from the first four deliveries. The pressure built, and on the penultimate ball, Shepherd went for a big shot—but found the fielder at long-off. Caught! And with that, New Zealand sealed the win.
It wasn’t just a victory—it was a statement of composure under fire. New Zealand’s bowlers, despite a late scare, held their ground to edge ahead in the series. Now, all eyes turn to Monday’s fourth T20I, where the West Indies will look to bounce back and keep the series alive.
Cricket fans couldn’t have asked for a better contest—full of twists, tension, and one heroic final over that sealed the deal for the Kiwis.
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