Jacob Duffy and Ish Sodhi’s strong bowling helped New Zealand claim a thrilling nine-run win against the West Indies in the third T20I, securing a 2-1 lead in the five-match series at Saxton Oval on Sunday.
New Zealand opted to bat first but managed their lowest T20I total at this ground, posting 177/9. Despite the modest score, their bowlers stood out in the defense.
"Jacob Duffy and Ish Sodhi’s impressive bowling performance helped New Zealand secure a nine-run victory over the West Indies."
The win puts New Zealand ahead in the series as they look to carry this momentum forward in the remaining matches.
Author's summary: Dominant bowling roles from Duffy and Sodhi secured New Zealand a crucial win, giving them a 2-1 edge against the West Indies in the ongoing T20I series.