Daryl Mitchell scored 119 runs off 118 balls, leading New Zealand to a total of 269 in their first ODI against the West Indies, who fell short by seven runs, finishing at 262. Sherfane Rutherford contributed 55 runs to the West Indies’ chase, with key partnerships forming late in the innings. Both teams struggled with the challenging pitch conditions at Christchurch’s Hagley Oval. Mitchell, despite a groin injury, anchored New Zealand’s innings with significant partnerships, securing a 1-0 series lead.
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