Shai Hope and Justin Greaves defy a depleted New Zealand team on the 4th day of the 1st test
Summary
Shai Hope scored an unbeaten 116 while Justin Greaves contributed 55 not out as West Indies resisted New Zealand on day four of the first test match in Christchurch. Despite injuries on the New Zealand side, the West Indies ended the day trailing by 319 runs with six wickets remaining.
Key Points
- Shai Hope scored an unbeaten 116 not out, leading a resilient stand with Justin Greaves on day four of the first test between New Zealand and West Indies.
- West Indies were 212-4 at stumps, trailing New Zealand by 319 runs, with Hope and Greaves batting in an unbroken partnership of 140 runs.
- New Zealand’s team was depleted due to multiple injuries, with players like Tom Blundell and Nathan Smith unable to fully participate.
- Kemar Roach took a five-wicket haul for the West Indies, reaching 291 test wickets and becoming the oldest bowler at 37 to achieve a five-wicket innings against New Zealand.
