Wellington: Trent Boult led New Zealand to their first Test win in more than a year on Friday as he produced career best figures in a fiery bowling display that crushed the West Indies inside three days.
The West Indies lost 16 wickets on the third day as they handed New Zealand a comprehensive victory by an innings and 73 runs.
It was the Black Caps’ first win in 11 Tests under Brendon McCullum, who replaced Ross Taylor after their last success in Sri Lanka nearly 13 months ago.
“Everyone’s obviously very happy,†McCullum said. “We played near the perfect Test match and that’s obviously pleasing.â€
The West Indies lost 16 wickets on the third day as they handed New Zealand a comprehensive victory by an innings and 73 runs.
It was the Black Caps’ first win in 11 Tests under Brendon McCullum, who replaced Ross Taylor after their last success in Sri Lanka nearly 13 months ago.
“Everyone’s obviously very happy,†McCullum said. “We played near the perfect Test match and that’s obviously pleasing.â€