West Indies and New Zealand meet in the fourth ODI at Kensington Oval in Bridgetown on Sunday, with the visitors holding a 2-1 lead in the five-match series. New Zealand need one more victory to secure the series, while West Indies must win to force a decisive fifth ODI.
Match details
Venue: Kensington Oval, Bridgetown, Barbados
Date: July 19, 2026
Time: 7:30 PM IST, 7:00 PM PST, 2:00 PM GMT
Team overviews
New Zealand enter the fourth ODI in a commanding position after winning the previous two matches to take a 2-1 lead in the series. Their bowling attack has consistently restricted the West Indies batting lineup, with Jayden Lennox producing match-winning performances in consecutive games. Captain Mitchell Santner will look for another disciplined all-round effort as the Black Caps attempt to wrap up the series with one match remaining.
West Indies face a must-win encounter after struggling with the bat in the last two ODIs. The hosts have shown flashes of promise throughout the series but have failed to build substantial partnerships when under pressure. Captain Shai Hope will expect a much stronger batting display as his side aims to level the series at 2-2 and take the contest into a winner-takes-all finale.
Key players
West Indies will depend heavily on Keacy Carty, who has been their most consistent batter in the series. Shai Hope’s experience and leadership remain crucial in the middle order, while Shimron Hetmyer and Sherfane Rutherford have the ability to accelerate during the latter stages of the innings. Alzarri Joseph will spearhead the pace attack alongside the spin options of Gudakesh Motie and Khary Pierre.
New Zealand have received outstanding contributions from Jayden Lennox, whose wicket-taking ability has transformed the series. Henry Nicholls, Will Young, Mark Chapman, and Daryl Mitchell provide stability in the batting order, while Mitchell Santner’s all-round skills continue to play a key role for the visitors.
Head-to-head record
West Indies and New Zealand have met 74 times in One-Day Internationals.
- Matches played: 74
- West Indies wins: 32
- New Zealand wins: 35
- No Result: 7
New Zealand hold a narrow advantage in the overall head-to-head record and also lead the current series 2-1.
Pitch report
Kensington Oval has traditionally produced a balanced contest between bat and ball. Fast bowlers are expected to receive assistance with the new ball through early movement, making the opening overs particularly important. Once batters negotiate the initial spell, the surface generally becomes easier for stroke play and allows established batters to score more freely.
Both teams will aim to make full use of the batting-friendly conditions during the middle overs while ensuring they preserve wickets during the early phase of the innings.
Probable playing XIs
West Indies (Captain: Shai Hope)
- John Campbell
- Ackeem Auguste
- Keacy Carty
- Shai Hope (Captain & Wicketkeeper)
- Sherfane Rutherford
- Shimron Hetmyer
- Keemo Paul
- Gudakesh Motie
- Khary Pierre
- Alzarri Joseph
- Vitel Lawes
New Zealand (Captain: Mitchell Santner)
- Henry Nicholls
- Will Young
- Mark Chapman
- Daryl Mitchell
- Tom Latham (Wicketkeeper)
- Michael Bracewell
- Dean Foxcroft
- Mitchell Santner (Captain)
- Nathan Smith
- Jacob Duffy
- Jayden Lennox
Probable best performers
Probable best batter: Keacy Carty
Keacy Carty has been West Indies’ standout batter during the series. He has scored 161 runs in three matches at an average of 53.67 and has consistently provided stability near the top of the order. Another substantial innings from Carty could be vital if the hosts are to keep the series alive.
Probable best bowler: Jayden Lennox
Jayden Lennox has emerged as the leading bowler of the series with 10 wickets in three matches. The left-arm spinner delivered decisive performances in both the second and third ODIs and will again be New Zealand’s primary wicket-taking threat as they pursue the series-clinching victory.
Probable match scenarios
Scenario 1: West Indies bat second. New Zealand score 225 to 235, including 45 to 55 runs during the Powerplay.
Scenario 2: New Zealand bat second. West Indies score 220 to 230, including 40 to 50 runs during the Powerplay.
The available match outlook favors the chasing side, while the pre-match win probability gives both teams a 50 percent chance of victory.
Live streaming and broadcast
India: FanCode app and website for live streaming.
Pakistan: No official television broadcaster has been confirmed. Streaming availability depends on regional broadcast rights.
United Kingdom: No official broadcaster has been confirmed for this series. Coverage depends on regional media rights.
Australia: No official broadcaster has been confirmed. Broadcast availability depends on local television and streaming rights.
Global viewers: Official television channels and streaming platforms vary according to regional broadcast agreements.
Match prediction
The fourth ODI presents a significant opportunity for both teams. New Zealand have built momentum through disciplined bowling and consistent performances from Jayden Lennox, while West Indies must improve their batting to remain in contention. Kensington Oval should provide assistance for both batters and fast bowlers, making the first ten overs particularly important. With the series finely poised despite New Zealand’s 2-1 lead, another competitive contest is expected. Based on the available match outlook, the chasing side appears to hold a slight advantage, although both teams enter the match with an equal pre-match win probability.
