Daryl Mitchell slams his 11th half-century in Tests: Key stats
Daryl Mitchell, the middle order batter of New Zealand, slammed a fine half-century for his side against Sri Lanka in the ongoing 1st Test being held at Galle International Stadium, Galle. New Zealand ended Day 2 at 255/4 after Sri Lanka's score of 305 in the first innings. Mitchell, who was unbeaten on 41, completed his fifty on Day 3. NZ scored 340/10.
A quality knock from Mitchell's blade
Mitchell had walked in when the Kiwis were 187/3 following the dismissal of Kane Williamson. Soon, the Kiwis saw Rachin Ravindra depart (196/4). Mitchell impressed and made sure to held his fort from one end. Alongside Tom Blundell, the duo remained unscathed. On Day 3, Mitchell completed his fifty before perishing for 57. He was run-out. His innings had 7 fours and one six.
Mitchell averages a handsome 50.45 in Tests
Mitchell has raced to 1,665 runs at an average of 50.45 in Test cricket. This was his 11th fifty. He owns five hundreds as well. As per ESPNcricinfo, in three matches versus Sri Lanka (4 innings), the star all-rounder owns 257 runs at 64.25. This was his 2nd fifty against SL (100s: 1). Mitchell averages 57.06 in away Tests (856 runs).
