West Indies continued their dominant run in the Tri-Oceans Series 2026 with a commanding nine-wicket victory over New Zealand in the fourth match at the Providence Stadium. A devastating bowling performance led by Alzarri Joseph, followed by a breathtaking unbeaten partnership between Brandon King and Nicholas Pooran, helped the hosts chase down 112 with an astonishing 25 balls to spare.

New Zealand Recover After Early Collapse

Batting first, New Zealand endured another shaky start as Tim Seifert fell for a duck after being caught and bowled by Alzarri Joseph, while Finn Allen departed cheaply for 4. The West Indies pace attack kept the pressure on, reducing the visitors to 29/3 inside the opening overs.

Devon Conway provided some resistance with 19 from 14 balls, while Daryl Mitchell launched a brief counterattack, smashing 22 off just 6 deliveries, including three towering sixes. However, both batters were dismissed before they could build substantial partnerships.

The middle order also struggled to capitalize despite Mitchell Santner producing a fighting knock of 28 from 13 balls, keeping New Zealand in the contest with three fours and two sixes. Late cameos from Matt Henry (12 off 3) and Will O'Rourke (12 off 3)* lifted the total past the 100-run mark, but New Zealand were eventually bowled out for 111 in 9.2 overs.

West Indies' bowlers shared the wickets, but Alzarri Joseph stole the show with a sensational spell of 3 wickets for just 2 runs in 1.2 overs. He removed Tim Seifert, Matt Henry, and Jacob Duffy, completely dismantling the tail.

Support came from Jason Holder and Kyle Mayers, who claimed two wickets each, while Romario Shepherd, Akeal Hosein, and Roston Chase chipped in with one wicket apiece to complete a disciplined bowling performance.

King and Pooran Make Light Work of the Chase

Chasing 112, West Indies wasted no time asserting their dominance. Brandon King continued his excellent tournament form with a superb unbeaten 41 off 15 balls, striking one boundary and six massive sixes to put New Zealand's bowlers under immediate pressure.

After Shimron Hetmyer entertained with a quick-fire 24 from 10 balls, including three fours and two sixes, Mitchell Santner briefly gave New Zealand hope by removing him.

However, any hopes of a comeback were quickly extinguished by Nicholas Pooran, who unleashed a breathtaking assault on the bowling attack. The left-hander hammered an unbeaten 45 from only 10 deliveries, smashing five fours and four sixes at an incredible strike rate of 450.00.

Pooran and King stitched together an unbeaten 65-run partnership, guiding West Indies to 112/1 in just 5.5 overs, sealing victory with more than four overs remaining.

Alzarri Joseph Headlines Another Outstanding Bowling Display

Fresh off his five-wicket haul against Sri Lanka, Alzarri Joseph once again delivered a match-winning performance. His devastating spell of 3/2 ripped through New Zealand's lower order and ensured the visitors could not build on their promising late momentum.

His pace, accuracy, and ability to strike at crucial moments earned him a deserved Player of the Match award.

Pooran Produces a T10 Masterclass

Although Alzarri starred with the ball, Nicholas Pooran lit up the chase with one of the most explosive innings of the tournament. His unbeaten 45 from just 10 balls completely overwhelmed New Zealand's bowlers and ensured the target was chased down in emphatic fashion.

Together with Brandon King's unbeaten 41, the pair showcased the destructive batting depth that has made West Indies one of the strongest teams in the competition.

Player of the Match

Alzarri Joseph (West Indies) was named Player of the Match for his outstanding spell of 3 wickets for just 2 runs in 1.2 overs, a performance that broke New Zealand's resistance and paved the way for another comprehensive West Indies victory.

Match Summary

The fourth match of the Tri-Oceans Series 2026 underlined West Indies' dominance in the tournament. Their bowlers once again dismantled the opposition, with Alzarri Joseph producing another exceptional spell to restrict New Zealand to 111. The chase was then transformed into a batting exhibition as Brandon King and Nicholas Pooran tore into the Kiwi attack, completing a crushing nine-wicket victory with 25 balls to spare. Remaining unbeaten after three matches, West Indies strengthened their grip at the top of the standings and moved a step closer to securing a place in the Tri-Oceans Series final.