Their massive stand placed New Zealand firmly ahead in the contest, putting them in a strong position to open their WTC campaign with full points. With their effort coming close to rewriting the record books, here’s a look at the highest partnerships in NZ vs WI Test history.
5. Charlie Davis & Garry Sobers – 254 runs
During the third Test of the 1972 series at Bridgetown, West Indies were struggling at 171/5 in their second innings after trailing by 289. Garry Sobers joined Charlie Davis, and the pair added 254 runs for the sixth wicket. Davis scored 183 before being run-out, while Sobers made 142, helping West Indies salvage a draw.
4. Roy Fredricks & Lawrence Rowe – 269 runs
In the opening Test of the same series in Kingston, opener Roy Fredricks (163) and No. 3 batter Lawrence Rowe (214) forged a brilliant 269-run stand. Their partnership lifted West Indies to 508/4 (declared). Rowe even finished unbeaten with another century in the second innings, but the match eventually ended in a draw.
3. Adrian Griffith & Sherwin Campbell – 276 runs
During the 1999/2000 tour of New Zealand, Adrian Griffith (114) and Sherwin Campbell (170) put together a 276-run opening stand—one of the most dominant efforts in the rivalry. Despite the strong start, West Indies collapsed to 365 all out. New Zealand responded strongly and eventually won the game, led by Chris Cairns’ remarkable spell of 7/27.
2. Tom Latham & Rachin Ravindra – 279 runs
Against West Indies in Christchurch, New Zealand lost Conway and Williamson early, sitting at 100/2. Latham and Ravindra then took charge, adding 279 runs for the third wicket. Ravindra was the aggressor, smashing 176 off 185 balls, while Latham played the anchor role with 145 off 250 deliveries. By the time the stand was broken, New Zealand led by 443 runs and were firmly ahead in the match.
1. Glenn Turner & Terry Jarvis – 387 runs
The top partnership remains the iconic 387-run opening stand from the 1972 Georgetown Test. Turner batted for 759 balls to score 259, while Terry Jarvis compiled 182 from 555 balls in an extraordinary batting marathon. Their partnership effectively sealed the match result, which ultimately ended in a draw and saw the series conclude 0–0.
Latham and Ravindra came close to rewriting history, but Turner and Jarvis’ monumental effort still stands tall as the highest partnership between New Zealand and West Indies in Test cricket.
