Brandon King registers twin fifties in 3rd Test vs NZ
What's the story
New Zealand thrashed West Indies by a massive 323 runs in the third Test in Mount Maunganui, clinching the series 2-0. The hosts set a daunting target of 462 runs and bowled out the visitors for just 138 in a matter of four overs after tea. Though most of the WI batters struggled in the fourth innings, Brandon King scored a fine half-century. He, in fact, registered twin fifties in the game. Here are his stats.
Knock
A valiant hand from King
The West Indies started their final innings on a positive note, with openers King and John Campbell (16) taking the score to 87 for no loss. While Campbell put up a blockathon, King batted with great intent and scored runs at a rapid pace. However, Jacob Duffy's short ball caught King off guard at 67. This breakthrough ignited a collapse as WI were folded for 138. No other WI batter could touch the 20-run mark in the innings.
Stats
A look at King's stats
As mentioned, King hammered twin fifties as his scores read 63 off 104 balls and 67 off 96 balls. The opener now has three Test fifties, which have taken his tally to 332 runs across six Tests at 27.66. He maiden fifty came against Australia earlier this year. As per ESPNcricinfo, King has raced to 2,922 runs in First-Class cricket from 48 matches at 33.58. He has completed 22 fifties (100s: 3).