Conway, Ravindra, and Nicholls Hit 150s as New Zealand Dominate Zimbabwe in Bulawayo Test

New Zealand asserted complete dominance on Day 2 of the second Test against Zimbabwe in Bulawayo, as three of their batters—Devon Conway, Rachin Ravindra, and Henry Nicholls—reached the 150-run milestone in the same innings. Riding on a day of triple centuries, the Kiwis posted a commanding total of 601 for 3 at stumps.

Rachin Ravindra remained unbeaten on a majestic 165 off 139 balls, while Henry Nicholls was not out on 50. The pair forged an unbroken 256-run partnership, building on the momentum after Zimbabwe were skittled out for just 125 on the opening day. New Zealand now lead by a massive 476 runs.

This match presents a golden opportunity for New Zealand to set a new record for their highest-ever Test total. Their current highest score in Tests stands at 715 for 6 declared, which came against Bangladesh in Hamilton in 2019. With wickets in hand and the pitch still offering plenty to batters, New Zealand are well on course to surpass that mark.

This innings also enters the record books as only the third instance in Test history where three players have scored 150 or more in a single innings. The previous occurrence was in 1986, when three Indian batters achieved the feat against Sri Lanka in Kanpur.

Devon Conway was the first to notch up his 150 before eventually getting out, while Ravindra and Nicholls continued the onslaught. If the current form continues, the Kiwis could register their first-ever 700-plus total outside of New Zealand.