West Indies will meet New Zealand in the fifth and final ODI of the series at Kensington Oval in Bridgetown on Tuesday, July 21. The Black Caps took an unassailable 3-1 lead after a one-wicket win in the fourth ODI, and they will aim to finish the tour with a 4-1 series victory.

West Indies will look to end the series on a positive note in front of their home fans. Shai Hope's side started the series with a seven-wicket win but has suffered three consecutive defeats. The hosts have struggled with the bat and failed to build enough partnerships.

New Zealand batting has handled pressure well throughout the series, while the bowlers have delivered timely breakthroughs. The visitors will start as favorites to complete a 4-1 series triumph.

West Indies vs New Zealand 5th ODI: Match Details

Match: West Indies vs New Zealand, 5th ODI

Tournament: New Zealand tour of West Indies, 2026

Date: Tuesday, July 21, 2026

Time: 2:30 PM LOCAL (12:00 AM IST)

Venue: Kensington Oval, Bridgetown, Barbados

Live Streaming: FanCode (India), Disney+ (Caribbean & NZ), Willow TV (USA)

Live Telecast: ESPN Caribbean

West Indies vs New Zealand 5th ODI: Pitch & Weather Report

The Kensington Oval usually offers a balanced surface for ODI cricket. Fast bowlers can get some swing and seam movement with the new ball. Once the ball gets older, spinners can also make an impact in the middle overs. A first-innings score of around 240-260 should be competitive.

The weather in Bridgetown is expected to remain partly sunny, with the temperature around 30°C. Humidity will be close to 66%, while the steady breeze could help the fast bowlers early on. Rain is unlikely to impact the match with interruptions.

West Indies vs New Zealand 5th ODI: Head-to-Head Record

West Indies and New Zealand have faced each other in 74 ODIs. The BlackCaps have secured 35 wins, while West Indies have won 32 matches. Seven matches ended without a result. Notably, the Men in Maroon have won just one of the last five ODIs between the two sides.

West Indies vs New Zealand 5th ODI: Playing XI

West Indies: Ackeem Auguste, Justin Greaves, Keacy Carty, Shai Hope (C & WK), Amir Jangoo, Sherfane Rutherford, Matthew Forde, Gudakesh Motie, Alzarri Joseph, Jayden Seales, Vitel Lawes.

New Zealand: Henry Nicholls, Will Young, Nick Kelly, Mark Chapman, Tom Latham (WK), Michael Bracewell, Mitchell Santner (C), Nathan Smith, Jacob Duffy, Matthew Fisher, Jayden Lennox.

West Indies vs New Zealand 5th ODI: Toss Prediction

Teams batting second have dominated white-ball cricket at the Kensington Oval, winning 30 of the 50 completed games. Captains generally prefer to field first here to exploit the pitch conditions.

West Indies vs New Zealand 5th ODI: Score Prediction

If West Indies bat first: 245–265

If New Zealand bat first: 255–275

West Indies vs New Zealand 5th ODI: Key Players to Watch

West Indies

Keacy Carty: Carty has been West Indies' best batter in the series, scoring 174 runs in four innings. He will be key to the hosts' chances in the final ODI.

Gudakesh Motie: The left-arm spinner was outstanding in the fourth ODI, taking 5/47. He remains West Indies' biggest wicket-taking option and could trouble New Zealand again.

Amir Jangoo: Jangoo played a fighting knock of 51 in the previous match. His ability to steady the innings makes him an important player in the middle order.

New Zealand

Will Young: The opener has scored 120 runs in four innings this series. He has provided solid starts and will look to give New Zealand another strong foundation.

Jayden Lennox: The left-arm spinner has been the standout bowler of the series, taking 11 wickets in four matches. His control and ability to strike in the middle overs make him a key player.

Mark Chapman: Chapman guided New Zealand to a thrilling win in the fourth ODI with a match-winning 80-run knock. He will once again be crucial in the visitors' batting lineup.

West Indies vs New Zealand 5th ODI: Best Batsman Prediction

West Indies: Shai Hope is the favorite to finish as West Indies' top scorer. He, who has been the hosts' most consistent batter, failed to deliver in the recent matches and can bounce back in the final match.

New Zealand: Daryl Mitchell can become New Zealand's top run-scorer. The middle-order batter has the ability to handle pace and spin bowling.

West Indies vs New Zealand 5th ODI: Best Bowler Prediction

West Indies: Gudakesh Motie is the leading candidate to be the hosts' top wicket-taker. The left-arm spinner comes into the match after a brilliant five-wicket haul in the fourth ODI.

New Zealand: Jayden Lennox is the favorite to lead the bowling charts. He has taken 11 wickets in four matches at an average of 14.18, making him the standout bowler of the series.

West Indies vs New Zealand 5th ODI: Winning Probability

• New Zealand: 55%

• West Indies: 45%

West Indies vs New Zealand 5th ODI: Expert Verdict

New Zealand will enter the final ODI with strong momentum after winning three matches in a row to seal the series. West Indies have struggled to produce consistent batting performances. The hosts will have to put on a complete performance with the bat.