New Zealand Thrashes West Indies by 323 Runs

ISLAMABAD: New Zealand dominated West Indies by 323 runs to win the third Test at Mount Maunganui, sealing a 2-0 series victory. Jacob Duffy’s five-wicket haul and Ajaz Patel’s 3-23 were key to bowling out the tourists for 138 after setting a target of 462.

Openers Devon Conway (227 & 100) and captain Tom Latham (137 & 101) made history as the first opening pair in first-class cricket to score twin centuries in the same match, setting up New Zealand’s commanding position.

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West Indies suffered a dramatic collapse from 87-0 to 112-8 either side of lunch. Brandon King top-scored with 67, but wickets fell rapidly as Duffy and Patel exploited the uneven pitch. Support catches from Glenn Phillips, Rachin Ravindra, and Daryl Mitchell contributed to the rout.

Roston Chase struggled, scoring just 42 runs across three matches, while Shai Hope was dismissed lbw after a controversial review. Injured Kemar Roach also fell cheaply, and Jayden Seales was the final wicket as New Zealand wrapped up the innings.

The series began with a draw in Christchurch before New Zealand secured the second Test in Wellington, confirming their dominance throughout the three-match series.

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New Zealand Crushes West Indies by 323 Runs to Seal Series