Justin Greaves produced a monumental double-century as the first Test between New Zealand and the West Indies ended in a dramatic and historic draw in Christchurch.
Set an improbable 531 to win, the West Indies batted through the final day to finish on 457-6, the highest fourth-innings total in Test history outside of a timeless Test, keeping all three results possible deep into the final session.
Greaves led the resistance with a superb 202, Shai Hope added a gritty 140 despite battling an eye infection, and veteran pacer Kemar Roach played a remarkable supporting role with an unbeaten career-best 58*.
Speaking after his historic performance, Greaves reflected on the day:
West Indies Captain Roston Chase also praised the team’s fight.
