Test Series: Lineup of New Zealand's Opening Batters in Men's Test Matches Throughout the 21st Century
In the realm of New Zealand cricket, the 21st century has seen a wealth of talent in the opening batting positions. Since the turn of the millennium, 28 players have donned the whites for the Black Caps as openers in Test matches.
Among these, six have scored over 1,000 runs, with the current Test captain leading the charge. Known for his consistent performances, he has amassed an impressive 5,700 runs, making him the most prolific run-scorer among New Zealand openers this century. His average of 38.46 is a testament to his ability to deliver under pressure.
Interestingly, no other opener has surpassed the 3,000-run mark, with the next best being 2,770 runs. The player with this tally boasts the best average among New Zealand openers this century, standing at 44.67.
Notably, an all-rounder was promoted to open in just one match, at Karachi during New Zealand's tour of Pakistan in 2022/23. However, his outing was less successful, scoring only three runs in that match.
Since 2000, a total of 13 openers have scored over 500 runs, with the list including names like Mark Richardson, Martin Guptill, and Tom Latham, among others.
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