Devon Conway produced a masterful 227 as New Zealand declared their first innings at 575-8 during the second day of the third Test against the West Indies at Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui. Conway’s innings was the backbone of a dominant display, supported by late flurries from Rachin Ravindra, who scored 75, and recalled spinner Ajaz Patel, who finished with 30 off 30 balls, including two sixes in the final over.
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The West Indies attack struggled against New Zealand’s strong batting lineup, with three bowlers taking two wickets each. Justin Greaves was the most economical, claiming 2-83 in 29 overs, while Jayden Seales and Anderson Phillip took 2-100 and 2-154, respectively. Despite the challenge, Seales bowled a sharp and accurate spell after lunch, dismissing Conway lbw and briefly halting New Zealand’s momentum.
Devon Conway’s incredible double-ton put New Zealand in a position of total command 👊#WTC27 | #NZvWI 📝: https://t.co/RsAVYUUerk pic.twitter.com/NJ1nIolTXj
— ICC (@ICC) December 19, 2025
West Indies’ top order faced additional challenges as former captain Shai Hope remained at the team hotel due to illness, and seamer Kemar Roach was doubtful with a hamstring injury. Fielding lapses also proved costly, with dropped chances allowing Conway and other New Zealand batsmen to extend the innings. Conway surpassed the top score of his idol, Neil McKenzie, by adding three runs after lunch to move past 226 before eventually falling for 227.
Earlier in the day, New Zealand resumed on 424-3 and quickly pushed toward a commanding total. Jacob Duffy, sent in as a nightwatchman, fell for 17, and Glenn Phillips and Zak Foulkes were later dismissed. Conway celebrated his second Test double-century, his first since scoring 200 on debut against England at Lord’s in 2021.
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New Zealand declared to leave the West Indies with 23 overs before the close of play, setting up a daunting task for the visitors in fading light. The declaration positions New Zealand strongly, with the bowlers expected to exploit the weakened West Indian lineup in the next session.