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Providence Stadium, Guyana, Pitch Report, Weather Report For WI vs NZ 1st ODI, New Zealand Tour Of West Indies 2026



Providence Stadium in Guyana [Source: AFP]Providence Stadium in Guyana [Source: AFP]

New Zealand and the West Indies are set to kick off their five-match ODI series when they face each other in the first ODI at the Providence Stadium in Guyana on Sunday, July 12.

The hosts will be eager to make the most of home conditions under the leadership of Shai Hope, especially after coming from a dominant Test win against Sri Lanka, with the batting unit expected to revolve around Keacy Carty, Sherfane Rutherford, Amir Jangoo and John Campbell. 

Their bowling attack also looks strong, featuring the pace trio of Alzarri Joseph, Shamar Joseph and Jayden Seales, while Gudakesh Motie and Roston Chase will provide the spin options.

New Zealand, meanwhile, will be led by Mitchell Santner as they begin a fresh ODI campaign with a balanced squad. 

The visitors will rely on experienced players like Tom Latham, Daryl Mitchell, Michael Bracewell and Mark Chapman to anchor the batting, while Ben Sears, Jacob Duffy and Nathan Smith are expected to lead the pace attack. Santner's left-arm spin will once again be crucial in the middle overs.

With both teams looking to make a winning start to the series, the opening ODI promises to be an exciting contest between two well-balanced sides that are looking to get back to dominant winning ways.

So, ahead of the New Zealand vs West Indies first ODI, let's take a look at the Providence Stadium pitch report and the Guyana weather forecast.

Providence Stadium, Guyana, Pitch Report For WI vs NZ 1st ODI

Criterion
Data
Matches25
Won batting 1st13
Won batting 2nd11
Draw/NR0/1
Average 1st innings score215.5
Average 2nd innings score
192.8
Average run rate4.65
% of wickets by pacers55.78%
% of wickets by spinners44.21%

[Providence Stadium pitch stats for ODIs]

The Providence Stadium in Guyana has generally produced balanced surfaces in ODI cricket, offering assistance to both batters and bowlers at different stages of the game. 

Across 25 ODIs played at the venue, the average runs per wicket stands at 27.43, while the overall scoring rate is 4.65 runs per over, suggesting that batters need to spend time at the crease before playing their shots.

In the West Indies vs New Zealand first ODI, the new ball is expected to provide some movement for the fast bowlers, especially under the morning conditions in Guyana. 

However, once the ball gets older, batting should become easier, allowing set batters to build partnerships and accelerate during the middle overs. Spinners could also play an important role by making use of the grip available on the surface.

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As the NZ vs WI match progresses, the pitch is expected to remain good for batting, although the slower bowlers may find some assistance in the second innings by varying their pace and maintaining disciplined lines. Batters who settle in early are likely to score big runs, making partnerships crucial throughout the innings.

At the Providence Stadium, the numbers hold a slight advantage for teams batting first. Out of the 25 ODIs played at the venue, teams batting first have won 13 matches, while teams chasing have won 11, with one match ending in no result. 

For the West Indies vs New Zealand first ODI, the captain winning the toss could prefer to bat first, put runs on the board, and allow the bowlers to take advantage of any assistance later in the match.

Guyana, West Indies Weather Report For WI vs NZ 1st ODI

Day

Criterion
Data
Temperature32°C
WindE 17 km/h
Probability Of Rain60%
Cloud Cover30%

Night

Criterion
Data
Temperature25°C
WindENE 11 km/h
Probability Of Rain58%
Cloud Cover63%

[Source: Accuweather]

The weather during the West Indies vs New Zealand first ODI at the Providence Stadium in Guyana is expected to be mostly favourable for cricket, although there is a slight chance of brief rain interruptions. 

The temperature is forecast to reach around 32°C. There is a 60% chance of showers, mainly during the morning, before conditions turn partly sunny.

Partly sunny skies are expected for most of the day, with easterly winds blowing at around 17 km/h and gusts reaching up to 35 km/h. Humidity is likely to make conditions challenging for the players, while only a brief spell of rain is expected.

During the evening, temperatures are expected to drop to around 25°C, with partly cloudy skies and a passing shower possible later in the night. While there remains a moderate chance of rain, a full match is still expected, with only the possibility of brief weather-related interruptions.

Conclusion

The Providence Stadium is expected to provide a fair contest between bat and ball, with early assistance for the seamers before conditions become more favourable for batting as the match progresses.

Although Guyana's weather forecast suggests a chance of passing showers, lengthy rain interruptions are unlikely. If the weather stays away, fans can expect a full 50-over contest between two evenly matched sides.

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