In their second match of the Super Eight stage, the hosts West Indies lost to New Zealand in a low scoring match.
In a one - sided World Cup super eight match, New Zealand thrashed West Indies by 7 wickets. The second consecutive defeat for the Caribbean players put them on the verge of world cup exit. 
On the other hand, Stephen Fleming led his side from the front and scored a brilliant 45, which laid the foundation for the rest of the batsmen. Scott Styris remained unbeaten with a convincing half century (80). Craig McMillan’s smashing 33 not out was no less.
Shane Bond, Daniel Vettori and Jacob Oram all took three wickets to dismiss the West Indies for a paltry 177, only Chris Gayle (44) and Brian Lara (37) contributing. The innings started with Chanderpaul going in the 8th over when the score read 14-1. Sarawan followed without contributing much. Once, Lara got out, the stage was set for a debacle for the hosts. Though, Daren Powell struck twice early to give the hosts hope of an unlikely win. But, victory was far from their reach.
The Kiwis registered an easy victory at Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, Antigua. Jacob Oram got the man of the match. This West Indies will have to pay a heavy price for this loss, which might determine their exit from the World Cup.
Source: BBC
