Pallekele, Oct 1 (IBNS): West Indies defeated New Zealand in a thrilling Super Eights round match of the World T20 that moved to the Super Over at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium here on Monday.
Both West Indies and New Zealand scored 139 runs in 20 overs.
Chasing 140 for victory, New Zealand managed to score 139 for the loss of seven wickets in 20 overs.
Ross Taylor remained the top scorer for New Zealand with his 62 runs. He hit three boundaries and three sixes in the match.
Sunil Narine picked up three wickets for West Indies by giving away 20 runs in his 4 overs.
Earlier, West Indies were all out at 139 runs.
Chris Gayle top scored for West India with his 30 runs off 14 balls.
Doug Bracewell and Tim Southee picked up three wickets each for New Zealand.
West Indies later defeated New Zealand via Super Over.
New Zealand got knocked out of the World T20 tournament after the defeat.
