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On the opening day of the first Test between West Indies and New Zealand, West Indies’ pace bowlers dominated, taking eight of the nine wickets that fell at Hagley Oval. Rain disrupted the morning session, but the West Indies bowlers kept the New Zealand batsmen in check. Kemar Roach made an immediate impact, while debutant Ojay Shields and Justin Greaves each took two wickets. Kane Williamson scored a half-century for New Zealand, but the West Indies bowlers consistently took wickets. Shields and Roach each picked up another wicket later in the day.
News Article:
West Indies Pace Attack Dominates Day 1 in Christchurch
Christchurch, New Zealand – The West Indies pace attack put on a formidable display on the opening day of the first Test against New Zealand at Hagley Oval, leaving the hosts struggling at 231/9 at the close of play. Kemar Roach, returning to the side, struck early and debutant Ojay Shields and Justin Greaves made significant contributions.
Rain interrupted the morning session, but the West Indies bowlers made quick work once play resumed. Roach dismissed Devon Conway in the first over, setting the tone for the day. Later, Roach returned to dismiss Matt Henry off a short ball.
Kane Williamson, who struck a composed half-century (52), and Tom Latham looked to build a solid partnership after lunch, however, Greaves dismissed both batsmen. New Zealand then lost three more wickets before tea, slipping to 128-5.
Shields, who finished with two wickets, secured his maiden Test scalp by dismissing Tom Blundell. The West Indies continued to exploit the short ball, as Bracewell was also dismissed on one. Play was halted due to bad light with West Indies firmly in control.
Brief Scores: New Zealand 231/9 (Kane Williamson 52, Michael Bracewell 47; Ojay Shields 2-34, Justin Greaves 2-35, Kemar Roach 2-47) vs West Indies.
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