Martin Guptill’s 163-ball 237 powers New Zealand into semis

Martin Guptill smashed West Indies all around the park as New Zealand got through to the semi-finals with ease at Wellington. (Source: Reuters)

McCullum won the toss and opted to bat. But he managed to score just 12 as the Kiwis got off to a bad start. (Source: Reuters)

The early wicket didn't affect Guptill, as he started on a positive note. He took the attack to the opposition and launched Jerome Taylor all over the park. (Source: Reuters)

Guptill not only scored his second century on the trot but also remained unbeaten on 237. He used up just 163 balls to score the highest individual score of the tournament. (Source: Reuters)

The next best in Kiwi ranks was Ross Taylor who scored 42 runs. He along with Guptill shared 143-run partnership and batted West Indies out of the game. (Source: Reuters)

In reply, West Indies lost Dwayne Smith early. Samuels too didn't last long as a huge loss loomed large. (Source: Reuters)

Chris Gayle came up with a quick-fire 61 but he hardly challenged the mammoth total set by New Zealand on the board. (Source: AP)

West Indies were bowled out for 250. There were still 20 overs left to be bowled as the Kiwis got away with an easy victory. New Zealand will take on South Africa in 1st semi-final in Auckland on Tuesday. (Source: Reuters)