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Devon Conway Hits 6,000 International Runs Milestone in NZ vs SA T20I

New Zealand batter Devon Conway completed 6,000 runs in international cricket during the second T20I against South Africa in Hamilton. He achieved the milestone by scoring a 49-ball 60, contributing to New Zealand's total of 175/6. Across 143 international appearances, Conway now has 6,025 runs at an average of 40.70, including 12 centuries. He stands as the 16th-highest run-scorer in New Zealand's cricket history.

Key Points: Devon Conway Completes 6,000 International Runs for New Zealand

  • Reached milestone in 2nd T20I vs SA
  • Scored 60 off 49 balls
  • 16th-highest NZ run-getter
  • Has 12 centuries across formats
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NZ's Devon Conway completes 6,000 international runs

New Zealand's Devon Conway reached 6,000 international runs during the 2nd T20I vs South Africa. See his career stats and match highlights.

NZ's Devon Conway completes 6,000 international runs
"Conway is the 16th-highest run-getter in NZ cricket history - Report"

Hamilton, March 17

New Zealand batter Devon Conway completed 6,000 runs in international cricket on Tuesday.

The Kiwi southpaw reached the milestone during his side's second T20I against South Africa at Hamilton's Seddon Park, scoring a 49-ball 60, with five fours and two sixes and a strike rate of 122.45.

Now, in 143 international appearances, Conway has made 6,025 runs in 164 innings at an average of 40.70, with 12 centuries and 32 fifties and a best score of 227. In 68 T20Is, Conway has scored 1,800 runs in 62 innings at an average of 35.29 and a strike rate of 128.20, including 13 fifties and a best score of 99*.

In 32 Tests, Conway has scored 2,533 runs in 60 innings at an average of 43.67, with seven centuries and 13 fifties and a best score of 227. In 43 ODIs, he has made 1,692 runs at an average of 43.38, with five centuries and six fifties in 42 innings and a best score of 152*.

Conway is the 16th-highest run-getter in NZ cricket history, with the top spot occupied by legendary Kane Williamson, who has scored 19,292 runs in 376 matches and 449 innings at an average of 48.35, with 48 centuries and 103 fifties in 449 innings and a best score of 251.

Coming to the match, SA won the toss and elected to field first. A 48-run stand between Conway and Tom Latham (11) started things off for NZ, who slipped to 92/3 in 10.5 overs. In the end, a 35-run stand between Cole McConchie (18 in 12 balls, with a four and a six) and Josh Clarkson (26* in nine balls, with two fours and two sixes) lifted NZ to 175/6 in 20 overs. In between, knocks from Nick Kelly (21 in 12 balls, with four boundaries) and skipper Mitchell Santner (20 in 14 balls, with two fours and a six) kept the Kiwis in the fight.

Wiaan Mulder (2/14) was the pick of the bowlers for South Africa. Gerald Coetzee, Ottneil Baartman, Keshav Maharaj and George Linde also ended up with a wicket each.

Proteas are 1-0 ahead in the five-match T20I series.

- ANI

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Priya S
Congratulations to him! 6000 runs is a big milestone. As an Indian cricket fan, I always enjoy watching quality batters from other teams. His technique is very sound. Hope he scores many more.
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Aman W
Good player, but honestly, these milestone articles sometimes feel a bit forced. 6000 runs is good, but in today's cricket with so many matches, it's not as rare as it used to be. Still, well played in this innings.
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Sarah B
His journey from South Africa to becoming a key player for New Zealand is quite inspiring. Shows how talent can find its way. Solid stats, especially in Tests.
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Vikram M
Kane Williamson still so far ahead! But Conway is a crucial part of their batting lineup now. That 227 must have been some knock. Wish we got to see more NZ cricket in India.
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Karthik V
Well done, Devon Conway! 👏 His strike rate in T20s is decent, but for a modern opener, maybe they expect a bit more firepower? Just a thought. Otherwise, a very reliable batter.

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