Conway and Latham's Record Partnership Dominates West Indies in Final Test

Devon Conway and Tom Latham delivered a stellar performance for New Zealand with a 323-run opening partnership, overshadowing West Indies on the first day of the third Test in Mount Maunganui. New Zealand ended the day at 334 for one, with Conway unbeaten at 178 and Latham making 137.

Devon Conway and Tom Latham delivered an exceptional opening partnership for New Zealand, amassing 323 runs and overshadowing West Indies on the first day of the third Test in Mount Maunganui. Their efforts put New Zealand in a strong position with a 334 for one score at stumps, with Conway unbeaten at 178.

Latham praised the performance, stating, "It's obviously a great day, a great partnership between Dev and myself." The West Indies bowlers struggled, often leaking boundaries and lacking discipline, which allowed the New Zealand batsmen to flourish, particularly during the 133-run second session.

The West Indies' bowling attack, despite occasional good deliveries, faltered in consistency. Latham survived a dropped catch and a wasted review before eventually being dismissed for 137. The bowlers' inability to maintain pressure evidently cost their side, as New Zealand dominated proceedings on day one.

(With inputs from agencies.)