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Devon Conway's Record Feat: First NZ Batter with Double Ton, Century

Devon Conway has etched his name in cricket history by becoming the first New Zealand batter to score both a double century and a century in the same Test match. His stellar innings of 227 and 100 were crucial in helping New Zealand amass a significant lead against the West Indies at Mount Maunganui. With this achievement, Conway joins an elite group of only ten cricketers worldwide to have accomplished such a feat. New Zealand is poised to win the series with a 1-0 lead, showcasing their dominance in the ongoing Test series.

Key Points: Devon Conway's Historic Double Century and Century

  • Devon Conway becomes first NZ batter with double ton, century in same Test
  • Conway's scores: 227 and 100, pivotal to NZ's commanding lead
  • Achieves rare double, joins elite group of 10 cricketers worldwide
  • New Zealand leads series 1-0 after a dominant performance against West Indies
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Devon Conway makes history, becoming first NZ batter with double ton, century in same Test match

Devon Conway makes history as the first NZ batter to score a double century and a century in one Test.

"Conway's remarkable achievement has set a new benchmark for New Zealand cricket. - Cricket Analyst"

Mount Maunganui, December 21

Opener Devon Conway made history, becoming the first-ever New Zealand batter to score a double century and a century in a Test match.

The elegant opener achieved this record during his side's third and final Test against West Indies at Mount Maunganui on Sunday.

In the first innings, Conway scored a brilliant 227 off 367 balls, with 31 boundaries, playing a crucial role in taking NZ to 575/8 declared. Now, during the second innings, he scored an attacking 139-ball 100, with eight fours and three sixes at a strike rate of almost 72.

He is the 10th overall batter to achieve a double of double ton and century in a single Test match.

After a patchy past couple of years, Conway has delivered a stunning Test cricket season this year, with 697 runs in five matches and nine innings at an average of 87.12, a strike rate of 61.30, including three centuries and two fifties, with a best score of 227.

Coming to the match, NZ won the toss and opted to bat first. Conway (227 in 367 balls, with 31 fours) and skipper Tom Latham (137 in 246 balls, with 15 fours and a six) stitched a record-breaking 323 run opening stand, the best-ever by a Kiwi opening pair. Later, some valuable contributions from Rachin Ravindra (72 in 106 balls, with six fours and two sixes), Kane Williamson (31 in 60 balls, with five fours), Glenn Phillips (29 in 49 balls, with four boundaries) and Ajaz Patel (30* in 30 balls, with three fours and two sixes) took NZ to 575/8 declared.

Jayden Seales, Anderson Phillip, Justin Greaves took two wickets each.

Later, Windies replied back strongly with a 111-run opening stand between John Campbell (45 in 67 balls, with seven fours) and Brandon King (63 in 104 balls, with 11 fours). Kavem Hodge smashed a marathon century, unbeaten at 123* in 275 balls, with 15 fours, while Alick Athanaze (45 in 57 balls, with eight fours) and Justin Greaves (43 in 69 balls, with six fours) scored valuable runs, taking WI to 420 all out, trailing by 155 runs.

At the time of writing, NZ is heading towards a 400-run lead, with Conway and skipper Latham both having scored a century in the second innings.

NZ leads this three-match Test series 1-0, with the first Test ending in a draw, while the second one was won by the Kiwis by nine wickets.

- ANI

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Sarah B
Stunning performance! 697 runs this season at an average of 87 is just unreal. It shows the value of having a solid, classical opener. I hope our Indian openers were watching. The 323-run opening partnership with Latham set the perfect platform.
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Priyanka N
Absolutely brilliant! But let's also give credit to the West Indies for fighting back. Hodge's unbeaten 123 was a proper Test innings. It's good for cricket when all teams show such fight. Conway was just on another level this match. 👏
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Rahul R
Historic stuff! He's only the 10th batter ever to do this. The list includes greats like Gavaskar and Kohli. To think he was going through a rough patch... this comeback is inspirational. The Kiwis are building a very strong team.
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Aman W
While Conway's batting was masterclass, the bowling figures for NZ seem a bit concerning? Letting WI score 420 after posting 575 shows the attack might have struggled on this pitch. Just an observation. Conway's form is terrifying for any bowling attack though!
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Kavya N
Waah! Kya batting hai! 227 in the first innings with patience, and then a quickfire 139-ball century in the second. That's adapting to the team's needs perfectly. This is why Test cricket is the best format. Pure skill and temperament on display. 🇳🇿

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