NZ vs WI, 3rd Test: Conway’s 227 and West Indies’ spirit won hearts, batsmen enjoyed a lot on the second day

News India Live, Digital Desk: Beautiful ground of Mount Maunganui, good pitch and rain of runs, what more do the fans of Test cricket want? The second day (Day 2) of the ongoing third Test match between New Zealand and West Indies was entirely in the name of the batsmen. While the Kiwi team scored a lot of runs, the Caribbean team also showed that they are not going to give up so easily. Let us know in simple words what happened on the field today. 1. Devon Conway became ‘Marathon Man’ (227 runs) If today’s day is in the name of any one player, then it is Devon Conway. Playing ahead of yesterday’s score, Conway scored the second double century of his career. He was out after scoring 227 runs. There was so much class and composure in his batting that the West Indies bowlers just kept watching. Apart from him, captain Tom Latham played a brilliant inning of 137 runs. Later, young star Rachin Ravindra scored a quick-fire 72 unbeaten runs while washing his hands in the flowing Ganga.2. Declaration at 575/8: A score like a mountain. New Zealand declared their innings at a huge score of 575/8. Usually, seeing such a big score, the opposing team gets nervous, but West Indies surprised everyone.3. West Indies’ counterattack: ‘Victory is ahead of fear’ When West Indies came into bat, everyone thought that 2-3 wickets would fall by the evening. But openers Brandon King and John Campbell did wonders. By the end of the day’s play, West Indies had scored 110 runs without losing any wicket. Brandon King (55*) and Campbell (45*) remained at the crease. Kiwi fast bowlers Matt Henry and Tim Southee tried their best, but the pitch became so good for batting that it became difficult to take wickets. What will happen on the third day? (Outlook)At present West Indies are still 465 runs behind, which is a huge difference. But all 10 wickets are safe in their hands. The third day (Moving Day) will be very important. If the Windies do not falter till lunch, it may be difficult for New Zealand to win this match. New Zealand will need an early breakthrough tomorrow morning to win. Overall, the second day is pointing towards a draw, but cricket is a game of uncertainties. It will be very interesting to watch tomorrow’s first session (Morning Session).