A brilliant bowling performance secured a surprising seven-run victory for the West Indies over New Zealand in the first T20 match on Wednesday, despite a spectacular solo effort from Mitchell Santner.

Having arrived in New Zealand only two days earlier, the West Indies struggled on the Eden Park drop-in wicket, which offered some seam and turn to the home bowlers, managing 164/6 from their 20 overs.

The visitors then delivered a precise bowling display to restrict the Black Caps, who needed a remarkable 28-ball 55 from captain Santner to keep the game competitive.

New Zealand Vs West Indies: 1st T20I – Highlights

Santner won the toss and elected to field at a sun-filled Eden Park initially.

The Black Caps struck twice in the powerplay, with Brandon King and Alick Athanaze falling to

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