New Zealand’s Tom Latham and Devon Conway set a remarkable record that had stood for almost a century before England captain Ben Stokes made a strong comeback, leading a late resurgence on the first day of the crucial third Test at Trent Bridge. The Black Caps finished the day strongly at 361-4, with the series tied at 1-1.
Despite a promising start at 317-0, New Zealand faced a collapse, losing four wickets for 44 runs. Captain Latham scored 151, and Conway contributed 157 before both were dismissed in the final session. Their partnership of 276 runs surpassed the previous record set by Stewie Dempster and Jackie Mills in 1930.
Stokes, returning to the team after missing the second Test for breaking curfew, made an impact by dismissing Latham and Conway. The day also saw contributions from Rachin Ravindra and Henry Nicholls before England fought back.
Conway expressed satisfaction with their performance, highlighting the favorable batting conditions. The New Zealand team capitalized on the good pitch, putting pressure on the English bowlers. England’s bowling coach, Tim Southee, acknowledged the challenges of Test cricket and praised the team’s resilience.
Despite some missed opportunities and tough chances, both teams showed determination on the field. New Zealand’s strong start sets the stage for an exciting continuation of the Test match.