Decoding the highest opening partnerships for New Zealand in Tests
What's the story
New Zealand openers Tom Latham and Devon Conway put on a record 323-run stand for the 1st wicket in the 3rd Test against West Indies. The match at the Bay Oval in Mount Maunganui saw the Kiwis dominate the show on Day 1. Notably, Latham and Conway's 323-run stand is the 2nd-highest tally for an opening Kiwi pair in Tests. Here are the details.
#1
Glenn Turner and Terry Jarvis - 387 runs versus WI
As per ESPNcricinfo, the fourth Test between West Indies and NZ in 1972 at Georgetown saw openers Glenn Turner and Terry Jarvis add 387 runs in the 2nd innings. The Kiwis scored 543/3d after WI's score of 365/7d. Jarvis scored 182 from 555 balls before perishing. Turner ended up with 259 from 759 balls. The match ended in a draw after WI scored 86/0.
#2
Tom Latham and Devon Conway - 323 runs versus WI
Day 1 of the 3rd Test at the Bay Oval, saw hosts NZ get to a stunning start. Latham and Conway floored the visitors, adding 323 runs. Latham scored 137 runs from 246 balls, hitting 15 fours and a six. He was dismissed by Kemar Roach in the 87th over. On the other hand, Conway remained unbeaten on 178. NZ scored 334/1 at stumps.
#3
Stewie Dempster and Jackie Mills - 276 runs versus ENG
The 2nd Test match in Wellington during England's tour of New Zealand in 1930 saw Kiwi openers Stewie Dempster and Jackie Mills add 276 runs. Mills was the first to depart, scoring 117 runs. NZ were then reduced to 295/3 with Dempster getting out for 136. NZ scored 440/10 before bowling England out for 320. NZ managed 164/4d next before England got 107/4.