The New Zealand-West Indies cricket rivalry dates back to 1953, with their first Test in Wellington marking the start of a competitive saga spanning over seven decades. This matchup pits New Zealand’s disciplined pace attack and home fortress against West Indies’ explosive batting and historical Test prowess. Defining traits include New Zealand’s home dominance in limited-overs formats and West Indies’ past away struggles in Tests since 1995.
Most recently, in the 2025 West Indies tour of New Zealand, the hosts swept the ODI series 3-0, won 4 of 5 T20Is, with a Test underway in Christchurch as of December 2025. New Zealand holds edges in modern encounters, but West Indies’ Calypso flair keeps it tense.
Here’s the complete updated head-to-head record across all formats, incorporating verified match data including the latest Test and ODI results from December 2025.
New Zealand vs West Indies Head-to-Head Records (All Formats Updated)
| Format | Matches | NZ Wins | WI Wins | Draws/NR/Ties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tests | 49 | 17 | 13 | 19 |
| ODIs | 69 | 31 | 31 | 7 NR |
| T20Is | 20 | 12 | 6 | 2 NR |
| Total | 138 | 60 | 50 | 28 |
Final Overall Result: Who Leads?
| Team | Total Wins (All Formats) |
|---|---|
| New Zealand | 60 wins |
| West Indies | 50 wins |
| Others (Draw/NR/Tie) | 28 |
New Zealand leads 60–50, with 28 matches ending in draws, no results, or ties. The Kiwis hold a clear edge in T20Is and a slight advantage in Tests, while the ODI series is perfectly balanced at 31 wins each.
1) New Zealand vs West Indies Head-to-Head in Test Cricket
NZ vs WI Test Record
| Format | Matches | NZ Wins | WI Wins | Draws |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Test | 49 | 17 | 13 | 19 |
New Zealand and West Indies have played 49 Tests, with New Zealand winning 17, West Indies 13, and 19 matches ending in draws. Their overall lead is well placed to grow further, as this is a home Test series for the Black Caps, where they have historically dominated West Indies in familiar seaming conditions.
Home & Away Test Record
| Venue | NZ Wins | WI Wins |
|---|---|---|
| In NZ | 11 | 6 |
| In WI | 3 | 7 |
| Neutral | 3 | 0 |
New Zealand has a strong home record against West Indies, while the visitors have historically done better in the Caribbean. The West Indies have not won a Test in New Zealand since February 1995, a long-standing drought that the 2025 tour aims to end.
Latest 5 Match Results Updated
| Winner | Margin | Venue | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| NZ | Innings & 134 runs | Hamilton | Dec 2020 |
| NZ | Innings & 12 runs | Wellington | Nov 2020 |
| NZ | Innings & 67 runs | Wellington | 2017 |
| WI | 240 runs | Hamilton | 2017 |
| NZ | 53 runs | Bridgetown | 2013 |
2) New Zealand vs West Indies Head-to-Head in ODI Cricket
NZ vs WI Head to Head ODI Record
| Format | Matches | NZ Wins | WI Wins | NR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ODI | 69 | 31 | 31 | 7 |
The ODI head-to-head is now perfectly tied at 31 wins each, making it one of the most balanced 50-over rivalries at present. West Indies held a narrow lead before the latest ODI series began, but New Zealand’s 3–0 home sweep has pulled the overall record level.
Home & Away ODI Record
| Venue | NZ Wins | WI Wins |
|---|---|---|
| In NZ | ~17 | ~5 |
| In WI | ~8 | ~20 |
| Neutral | 6 | 6 |
New Zealand are dominant at home, while West Indies have historically been stronger in the Caribbean. On neutral grounds, the record is almost even.
Latest 5 Match Results Updated
| Winner | Margin | Venue | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| NZ | 4 wkts | Hamilton | 22 Nov 2025 |
| NZ | 5 wkts (DLS) | McLean Park | 19 Nov 2025 |
| NZ | 7 runs | Christchurch | 16 Nov 2025 |
| NZ | 5 wkts | Bridgetown | 21 Aug 2022 |
| NZ | 50 runs (DLS) | Bridgetown | 19 Aug 2022 |
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3) New Zealand vs West Indies Head-to-Head in T20I Cricket
NZ vs WI Head to Head T20I Record
| Format | Matches | NZ Wins | WI Wins | Ties/NR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| T20I | 20 | 12 | 6 | 2 |
New Zealand lead the T20I head‑to‑head comfortably, with 12 wins to West Indies 6.
Home & Away T20I Record
| Venue | NZ Wins | WI Wins |
|---|---|---|
| In NZ | 8 | 2 |
| In WI | 2 | 4 |
| Neutral | 2 | 2 |
New Zealand are particularly strong at home in T20Is, while the record is more even in the Caribbean and on neutral grounds.
Latest 5 Match Results Updated
| Winner | Margin | Venue | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| NZ | 8 wkts | Dunedin | 13 Nov 2025 |
| No result | – | Nelson | 10 Nov 2025 |
| NZ | 9 runs | Nelson | 9 Nov 2025 |
| NZ | 3 runs | Auckland | 6 Nov 2025 |
| WI | 7 runs | Auckland | 5 Nov 2025 |
New Zealand vs West Indies Key Statistical Highlights
1) Test Records (Provided Information)
Most runs for New Zealand vs West Indies in Tests
| Player | Matches | Innings | Runs |
|---|---|---|---|
| CH Gayle (WI) | 12 | 21 | 1258 |
| S Chanderpaul | 21 | 34 | 1232 |
| LRPL Taylor (NZ) | 14 | 23 | 1136 |
| KS Williamson | 11 | 18 | 1022 |
| CG Greenidge | 10 | 19 | 882 |
Most wickets for New Zealand vs West Indies in Tests
| Player | Matches | Innings | Wickets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sir RJ Hadlee (NZ) | 10 | 19 | 51 |
| TG Southee (NZ) | 10 | 20 | 48 |
| TA Boult (NZ) | 11 | 22 | 48 |
| CA Walsh (WI) | 10 | 19 | 43 |
| N Wagner (NZ) | 10 | 20 | 40 |
- Highest Test Score – GM Turner (259)
- Most Hundreds- Ross Taylor (4)
2) ODI Records
Most runs for New Zealand vs West Indies in ODIs
| Player | Matches | Innings | Runs |
|---|---|---|---|
| BC Lara (WI) | 28 | 26 | 1068 |
| CH Gayle (WI) | 30 | 28 | 1026 |
| NJ Astle (NZ) | 29 | 28 | 1014 |
| SP Fleming (NZ) | 29 | 27 | 919 |
| LRPL Taylor (NZ) | 18 | 17 | 705 |
Most wickets for New Zealand vs West Indies in ODIs
| Player | Matches | Innings | Wickets |
|---|---|---|---|
| DL Vettori (NZ) | 25 | 22 | 33 |
| TA Boult (NZ) | 11 | 11 | 29 |
| TG Southee (NZ) | 17 | 17 | 24 |
| SB Styris (NZ) | 19 | 17 | 22 |
| CH Gayle (WI) | 30 | 19 | 22 |
- Highest ODI Score- Martin Guptill (237)
- Most Hundreds- Gordon Greenidge (3)
3) T20I Records
Most runs for New Zealand vs West Indies in T20Is
| Player | Matches | Innings | Runs |
|---|---|---|---|
| GD Phillips (NZ) | 10 | 9 | 377 |
| DP Conway (NZ) | 12 | 10 | 349 |
| ADS Fletcher (WI) | 10 | 9 | 308 |
| KA Pollard (WI) | 9 | 8 | 268 |
| CH Gayle (WI) | 9 | 8 | 258 |
Most wickets for New Zealand vs West Indies in T20Is
| Player | Matches | Innings | Wickets |
|---|---|---|---|
| TG Southee (NZ) | 17 | 16 | 23 |
| IS Sodhi (NZ) | 14 | 12 | 16 |
| MJ Santner (NZ) | 15 | 13 | 15 |
| SP Narine (WI) | 7 | 7 | 14 |
| LH Ferguson (NZ) | 6 | 6 | 10 |
- Highest NZ total: 243 vs West Indies.
- Best bowling figures: Ish Sodhi’s 3/34 in the 2025 series.
- Fastest impact innings: Devon Conway’s 56 off 34 balls in Dunedin.
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Overall Verdict on the Rivalry
New Zealand leads the overall head‑to‑head 61–51, with a strong edge in T20Is and a slight advantage in Tests, while the ODI record is perfectly balanced at 31 wins each.
The current momentum is with New Zealand, especially after their clean sweep in the 2025 ODI series and 4–1 lead in the T20Is. The ongoing Test in Christchurch is a crucial chance for West Indies to break their long winless streak in New Zealand and shift the balance.