Tom Latham slams his 14th Test ton, completes 6,000 runs
What's the story
New Zealand skipper Tom Latham has raced to his 14th century in Test cricket. Latham achieved this milestone on Day 3 of the 1st Test against West Indies at Hagley Oval, Christchurch. His brilliant century took New Zealand's lead past 400. Conway also shared a 279-run partnership with Rachin Ravindra for the third wicket. He completed 6,000 Test runs in this process.
Match impact
Latham's fine century in Christchurch
Latham's batting on Day 3 bolstered New Zealand's second innings in what was earlier a low-scoring contest. He opened for New Zealand, having formed a strong third-wicket partnership with Ravindra. NZ were earlier down to 100/2 with the dismissal of Kane Williamson. Latham later fell to Kemar Roach for a 250-ball 145 (12 fours). In their first innings, New Zealand scored a total of 231 runs. The Windies, in response, were bundled out for just 167 runs.
Stats
Latham completes 6,000 Test runs
According to ESPNcricinfo, Latham now has 14 centuries in Test cricket. He is only behind Williamson (33), Ross Taylor (19), and Martin Crowe (17) in terms of Test tons for New Zealand. Latham also became only the fifth player with 6,000 Test runs for New Zealand, joining Williamson (9,337), Taylor (7,683), Stephen Fleming (7,172), and Brendon McCullum (6,453). As of now, Latham has scored 6,003 runs from 89 Tests at 38.98. His tally also has 31 half-centuries.