West Indies secure historic draw against Black Caps in Christchurch

Saturday 6 December 2025 · 3 outlets · 4 reports · updated Sat 6 Dec 2025, 6:39pm

In this story NZME, Black Caps, Newstalk ZB, West Indies, Matt Henry, Nathan Smith

The West Indies achieved a historic draw in the first test against the Black Caps at Hagley Oval. Despite needing 531 runs for victory, the tourists reached 457/6, aided by a double-century from Justin Greaves.

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1. NZ HeraldSat 6 Dec 2025, 5:01am

   Black Caps v West Indies: New Zealand can win without injured Matt Henry, Nathan Smith, says bowling coach Jacob Oram (opens in new tab)

   • Black Caps v West Indies result: New Zealand lament one that got away as tourists fight for famous draw (opens in new tab) Sat 6 Dec 2025, 6:19pm
2. RNZSat 6 Dec 2025, 10:39am

   Live: Black Caps v West Indies first test - day five (opens in new tab)

3. Otago Daily TimesSat 6 Dec 2025, 6:39pm

   West Indies deprive NZ of victory in Christchurch test (opens in new tab)