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New Zealand vs West Indies 3rd Test – Day 2 Highlights | NZ Dominate at Bay Oval
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New Zealand tightened their grip on the third Test against West Indies as Day 2 concluded at Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui, with the visitors trailing by a massive 465 runs after reaching 110 without loss at stumps.
Day 2 Match Summary
After winning the toss and opting to bat first, New Zealand piled on a commanding first-innings total of 575 for 8 declared, putting the West Indies bowlers under relentless pressure. The hosts dominated the session with disciplined batting and solid partnerships, ensuring a decisive advantage heading into the remainder of the Test.
In response, West Indies showed resistance late in the day, with openers Brandon King and John Campbell producing an unbeaten stand that carried them safely to stumps.
West Indies at Stumps – Day 2
Score: 110/0 in 23 overs
Trail: 465 runs
Top Performers (WI):
Brandon King: 55* off 78 balls (9 fours)
John Campbell: 45 off 60 balls (7 fours)
The opening pair added a solid 110-run partnership, counterattacking effectively and keeping New Zealand wicketless during the evening session.
New Zealand Bowling Snapshot
Ajaz Patel: 4 overs, 9 runs, economical spell
Jacob Duffy: 9 overs, 37 runs
Despite tight bowling early on, New Zealand were unable to break through before the close of play.
Key Day 2 Stats
- Opening partnership: 110 runs (138 balls)
- Last 10 overs: 38 runs, 0 wickets
- Current Run Rate: 4.78
Match Officials
- Umpires: Alex Wharf, Allahudien Paleker
- Third Umpire: Paul Reiffel
- Match Referee: Javagal Srinath
Venue Insight
Ground: Bay Oval
Location: Mount Maunganui, New Zealand
With a huge first-innings lead already secured, New Zealand remain firmly in control, while West Indies will need a monumental batting effort on Day 3 to stay alive in the contest.
IMAGR CREDITS : OUTLOOK INDIA
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