New Zealand pacer Michael Rae earns maiden Test call-up: Details
What's the story
Uncapped fast bowler Michael Rae has been named in the New Zealand squad for the second Test against West Indies. The 30-year-old was given his first-ever call-up after Matt Henry and Nathan Smith suffered injuries during the opening match of the three-match series in Christchurch. The second Test is scheduled to begin on December 10 in Wellington.
Career highlights
Rae's performance in domestic and county cricket
Rae made his mark in the second round of the Plunket Shield for Canterbury, taking 3/65 in the first innings against Central Districts. He has also played county cricket for Warwickshire, where he took 14 wickets at an average of 30.28. The right-arm pacer has a total of 205 wickets from 69 First-Class matches, including eight four-wicket hauls and three five-wicket hauls.
Match summary
First Test ends in a draw
The first Test of the three-match series ended in a draw after West Indies batted for 164 overs in their second innings. West Indies star batter Justin Greaves scored his maiden double-Test century, remaining unbeaten on 202 off 388 deliveries with 19 fours. Kemar Roach also contributed with a vital knock of 58 runs off 233 balls, helping the visitors avoid defeat while chasing a mammoth target of 561 runs.