Kavem Hodge’s century helps West Indies stage comeback against New Zealand on the third day of the Bay Oval Test

Kvem HodgeA resilient century backed by a strong partnership helped west indies fight against new zealandDominance of the first innings of the third day Bay Oval Test, Mount MaunganuiWest Indies trailed by 194 runs at the end of play, with Hodge remaining unbeaten on 109, taking the visitors to 381/6 in their first innings, New Zealand, who declared their innings at 575/8, set a strong target for the West Indies, but the visitors responded strongly on the third day with Hodge opening the innings,

New Zealand vs West Indies, Day 3: West Indies’ resilient response under Kavem Hodge

Hodge’s determined century on the third day was the highlight of West Indies’ fightback after early successes by New Zealand. Hodge, who resumed his innings on 94, continued to weather the storm and displayed remarkable composure and skill to bring up his century off 224 balls. His innings included 13 fours and was a vital effort for the West Indies, who were under pressure for most of the day. Hodge’s resistance helped to steady the innings after the fall of key wickets early in the day, with West Indies at 351/6 when drinks were taken.

Partnership between Hodge and Anderson PhillipWhich has now reached 12 runs, will be important as West Indies aim to take their innings forward on the fourth day. The pair will be tasked with helping their team cross the 400-run mark, with the aim now being to minimize losses in an effort to give their bowlers chances. Hodge’s ability to keep the scoreboard moving despite the challenges posed by the New Zealand bowlers has given West Indies a ray of hope in this challenging Test.

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New Zealand vs West Indies, Day 3: New Zealand bowlers struggle to find success

Despite early successes, New Zealand’s bowlers found it challenging to break West Indies’ resistance on the third day. With the help of Hodge, West Indies scored 150 runs in 39.1 overs in the day. alic athanazé Combination for consecutive 50 run partnership. The momentum changed slightly when New Zealand took the second new ball in 80.1 overs, but the West Indies pair fought back and added a crucial 50 runs from 84 balls.

Despite a substantial lead in the first innings, New Zealand’s bowlers are also involved Ajaz Patel And darryl mitchellStruggled continuously to achieve successes. New Zealand’s spinners tried to control the run flow, but a resolute stand from Hodge and Phillip kept them at bay. With six wickets in hand, West Indies will be looking to continue their excellent innings from Hodge and reduce the deficit in a match that was set to remain level going into the fourth day.

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