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West Indies showed resilience on Day 3 of the third Test against New Zealand, reducing the deficit to 194 runs by stumps at Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui, after a strong batting display led by Kavem Hodge.
Day 3 Match Summary
After New Zealand declared their first innings at a massive 575 for 8, the West Indies batters put up a determined response. At the close of play on Day 3, the visitors reached 381 for 6 in 113 overs, keeping the contest alive despite still trailing significantly.
West Indies Score at Stumps – Day 3
Score: 381/6
Overs: 113
Deficit: 194 runs
Run Rate: 3.37
Batting Highlights (West Indies)
Kavem Hodge: 109 off 254 balls (14 fours)
Anderson Phillip: 12* off 55 balls
Hodge anchored the innings with a patient century, absorbing pressure and spending long hours at the crease to frustrate the New Zealand attack.
Bowling Highlights (New Zealand)
Ajaz Patel: 33 overs, 94 runs, 2 wickets
Jacob Duffy: 31 overs, 79 runs, 2 wickets
Patel struck late to remove Roston Chase, breaking a crucial stand and keeping New Zealand firmly ahead.
Key Moments & Stats
Last Wicket: Roston Chase lbw to Ajaz Patel for 2
Score at Fall of Wicket: 351/6 (97.1 overs)
Final Partnership: 30 runs off 95 balls
Runs in Last 10 Overs: 20, no wickets lost
Match Details
Match: NZ vs WI, 3rd Test
Series: West Indies tour of New Zealand 2025
Toss: New Zealand chose to bat first
Match Officials
Umpires: Alex Wharf, Allahudien Paleker
Third Umpire: Paul Reiffel
Match Referee: Javagal Srinath
Venue Information
Ground: Bay Oval
Location: Mount Maunganui, New Zealand
With two days remaining, New Zealand remain in a commanding position, but West Indies’ gritty batting effort on Day 3 has added intrigue to the Test match.
IMAGE CREDITS : CRIC BUZZ
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