Devon Conway Achieves Historic Double Century in Test Match

Devon Conway has made cricket history by becoming the first New Zealand player to score both a double century and a century in a single Test match. Achieving this remarkable feat during the third Test against the West Indies, Conway scored 227 runs in the first innings and followed it up with a quickfire century in the second. His stellar performance has been a highlight of an impressive season, where he has accumulated 697 runs in just five matches. As New Zealand leads the series 1-0, the cricketing world watches closely as Conway continues to shine.

By Narendra Chaudhary Dec 21, 2025, 10:09 IST

Conway's Remarkable Achievement

Devon Conway has etched his name in cricket history as the first New Zealand player to score both a double century and a century in a single Test match. This milestone was reached during the third and final Test against the West Indies at Mount Maunganui on Sunday.

In his first innings, Conway delivered an impressive performance, scoring 227 runs off 367 balls, which included 31 boundaries. His efforts were instrumental in propelling New Zealand to a total of 575/8 declared. In the second innings, he continued his stellar form, scoring a brisk 100 runs off 139 balls, featuring eight fours and three sixes, achieving a strike rate of nearly 72. He is now the tenth player globally to accomplish the feat of scoring both a double ton and a century in one Test.

Conway's Stellar Season

After facing challenges in recent years, Conway has had an outstanding Test season, amassing 697 runs across five matches and nine innings, averaging 87.12 with a strike rate of 61.30. His season includes three centuries and two fifties, with his highest score being 227.

Match Overview

In the match, New Zealand won the toss and chose to bat first. Conway's 227 runs, alongside captain Tom Latham's 137 runs off 246 balls (which included 15 fours and a six), formed a record-breaking opening partnership of 323 runs, the highest ever for New Zealand. Other notable contributions came from Rachin Ravindra (72 runs), Kane Williamson (31 runs), Glenn Phillips (29 runs), and Ajaz Patel (30* runs), leading New Zealand to a declaration at 575/8. Jayden Seales, Anderson Phillip, and Justin Greaves each took two wickets.

The West Indies responded with a solid opening partnership of 111 runs between John Campbell (45 runs) and Brandon King (63 runs). Kavem Hodge played a remarkable innings, remaining unbeaten on 123 runs off 275 balls, supported by Alick Athanaze (45 runs) and Justin Greaves (43 runs), bringing the Windies total to 420 all out, leaving them 155 runs behind.

As the match progresses, New Zealand is on track for a significant lead of 400 runs, with both Conway and Latham having scored centuries in the second innings. New Zealand currently leads the three-match Test series 1-0, following a draw in the first Test and a nine-wicket victory in the second.