The thrilling five-match ODI series between the West Indies and New Zealand is heading toward its grand finale! As seen in the fixture schedule , the 5th and final ODI will commence tomorrow, July 22, 2026, at 12:00 AM IST. The match will be held at the iconic Kensington Oval in Bridgetown, Barbados.

With New Zealand currently leading the series 3-1, they have already secured the series victory. However, the West Indies will be fighting fiercely for pride and crucial momentum in this final encounter.

Series Recap & Momentum

The series has been a rollercoaster of momentum shifts. The West Indies drew first blood by winning the 1st ODI by 7 wickets. However, the Black Caps orchestrated a remarkable comeback, winning the next three consecutive matches to take control.

The recent 4th ODI was an absolute nail-biter. The West Indies were bowled out for 188, and New Zealand narrowly chased down the target, finishing at 189/9 to win by just 1 wicket.

Key Players to Watch

Both teams have had standout performers who will be looking to leave their mark in this final game:

• The Run-Getters: For the West Indies, Keacy Carty has been the standout batsman, leading their run charts with 174 runs in the series. On the New Zealand side, Daryl Mitchell has been their top scorer, accumulating 121 runs.

• The Wicket-Takers: Gudakesh Motie has been brilliant for the hosts, picking up 8 wickets. This included a phenomenal 5-wicket haul (5/47) in the 4th ODI. Meanwhile, New Zealand’s Jayden Lennox has been the primary destroyer, claiming 11 wickets in the series so far.

• Crucial Matchups: Look out for the battle between Shai Hope and Mitchell Santner’s economical left-arm spin. Another key contest will be Alzarri Joseph’s express pace against Will Young at the top of the order.

The Black Caps carry all the momentum, but the West Indies will be desperate to put on a strong showing for their home fans at the Kensington Oval. Tune in at midnight to catch the action!