New Zealand vs West Indies 2nd Test Review | PowettPlay Podcast

In this episode of the PowettPlay Podcast, hosts Jordan Shannon and Kieran Powell take a deep dive into the key moments and storylines from the 2nd Test between New Zealand and West Indies in Wellington. Although the West Indies showed fight throughout the match, they ultimately came up short, allowing New Zealand to move ahead 1–0 in the three-match series. Kieran describes the Test as a mixed performance, noting how the first-innings batting effort showed real promise, with several players getting starts. However, none were able to convert those starts into the kind of big score needed to set up a competitive total. He provides a detailed breakdown of the batting display, analysing technique, temperament, and the importance of someone taking responsibility to bat deep in foreign conditions. Jordan adds his perspective on how those missed opportunities shaped the rhythm of the Test, despite the West Indies bowlers keeping the side in the contest with a disciplined and determined effort. The discussion widens beyond Wellington, as the hosts explore the increasingly open nature of the current West Indies squad. With so many team places still up for grabs, the episode examines how several players have yet to truly seize their opportunities and cement their spots at Test level. Packed with insight, honesty, and high-level cricket knowledge, this episode offers a clear-eyed look at where the West Indies stand after the second Test and what needs to change as the series continues. #PowettPlayPodcast #WestIndiesCricket #WIvNZ #CricketPodcast #CricketTalk #WestIndiesTourOfNewZealand #KieranPowell #CaribbeanCricket #Windies #BlackCaps #CricketAnalysis #TestCricket #2ndTest #WindiesCricket #WestIndies #CricketPreview #Cricket #CricketNews #CricketTalk #CricketFans #Wellington Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices