BREAKING: New Zealand Clinches Third test With 323-Run Victory Over West Indies At Mt Maunganui
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The Black Caps surged to a dominant win on the final day, bowling the West Indies out for 138 as they chased 462 at Mt Maunganui.
Starting the day at 43 without loss, the Windies saw a brief opening stand before a rapid collapse.Openers Brandon King (67) and John Campbell (16) were dismissed with the score at 87, and Kavem Hodge’s return to the crease lasted only nine balls before Ajaz Patel removed him.
Jacob Duffy sparked the morning’s disentanglement, collecting three wickets before lunch as the visitors slipped to 99 for five.
After the break, Duffy continued to torment the Windies, finishing with a five-wicket haul for the innings. Captain Roston Chase was dismissed soon after lunch, and the fall of wickets continued with Glenn Phillips and Rachin Ravindra applying the late pressure. duffy ended the match with nine wickets in total (9 for 128), while Ajaz Patel finished with 3 for 23 from 32 overs. Phillips and Ravindra added one wicket each. Brandon King remained the Windies’ top-scorer with 67.
The result completes the three-match series, with New Zealand having drawn the opening Test at Hagley Oval and winning the second by nine wickets. The Black Caps now shift focus to a white-ball assignment in india scheduled for January.
Key Facts
| Category | Detail |
|---|---|
| Venue | Mt Maunganui |
| Final Result | New Zealand won by 323 runs |
| Windies’ score in chase | 138 all out (chasing 462) |
| Windies top-scorer | Brandon King – 67 |
| NZ bowlers (match figures) | Jacob Duffy 9-128; Ajaz Patel 3-23; Glenn Phillips 1; Rachin Ravindra 1 |
| NZ innings highlights | Openers steadied early; Windies collapsed after 87 |
| Series context | First Test drawn at hagley Oval; Second Test NZ won by nine wickets |
| Upcoming series | White-ball matches in India, January |
Evergreen Insights
New Zealand’s depth shone through as the attack captured momentum when it mattered, with Jacob Duffy delivering a commanding spell that set the tone for the day.Ajaz Patel’s three wickets added to a disciplined bowling display, while the wind beneath the sails came from a disciplined batting unit that built leads and defended them with intent. This win reinforces New Zealand’s strength in familiar conditions and underscores the value of a well-rounded attack capable of exploiting pace and bounce on home tracks. As the team prepares for India’s limited-overs challenge, the balance of pace, spin, and fielding commitment will be crucial to translating red-ball success into thriving white-ball performances on unfamiliar surfaces.
Looking Ahead
With momentum on thier side, New Zealand heads into January’s white-ball tour in India, aiming to translate domestic confidence into success on the subcontinent’s varied pitches and climate. The coming series will be a stern test of the squad’s versatility across formats.
Engagement
Question for readers: How would you assess New zealand’s tactical approach in this game, and what adjustments should they make for the India white-ball series?
Question for readers: Which NZ players impressed you most on day five, and who coudl shape the team’s limited-overs fortunes in the months ahead?
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