BLACK CAPS V WEST INDIES

Rating out of 10

Jeet Raval

The first test century is still eluding the Auckland lefthander. A good series though, his 84 at Hamilton the pick. Looking more assured. Average up to 44.5 which is impressive for an opener. Now sits on his splice, in a New Zealand sense, until England arrive in March.

Tom Latham

Steady return but didn't press on after making a start in all three innings. Found dumb ways to get out, pulling medium pacer to mid wicket, then a legside tangle.

Kane Williamson

Scores of 1, 43 and 54 are below his usual high standards, and got out in a blend of ways — caught at gully, leg side tickle and a terrific yorker. Kept on his toes in the field. A good series as a leader.

Ross Taylor

Scored his 17th century in Hamilton after falling seven runs short in Wellington a few days earlier. Excellent series, both productive with the bat and with a neat emotional twist thrown in.

Henry Nicholls

A good 67 in Wellington, became Ray Reifer's first test victim at Hamilton then an ordinary shot in the second innings. Tends to polarise public opinion but he'll be there for the England tests.

Mitchell Santner

His bowling in Wellington was tidy, and was hardly needed in Hamilton. Batted No6 and had a hand in useful partnerships. As a top test allrounder remains a work in progress. Still waiting for the big, decisive performance.

Colin de Grandhomme

Big series for the Big Man. New Zealand's second fastest test century in Wellington, then a timely 58 at Hamilton. Throw in a couple of wickets in each test. Seems to be settling nicely into his role. In time this might series be seen as a notable step forward for the allrounder.

Tom Blundell

Took his chance in the first test with aplomb, becoming the first New Zealand wicketkeeper to score a century on debut. Kept tidily, albeit with the odd moment of sloppy hands. Now needs to hold off the returning BJ Watling once the veteran is injury-free but looks a good operator.

Tim Southee

Played the second test only. Took four wickets and shared a cheerful 61-run 10th wicket stand at Hamilton with Trent Boult.

Matt Henry

Played the first test and after an ordinary first innings display, was much better in the second when he finished with New Zealand's best figures. Integral part of the seam collective.

Neil Wagner

What can you say that hasn't already been said? 14 wickets at 18.2, easily the best return for New Zealand in the series. Took career-best innings and match figures at Wellington, but also got collared twice by the West Indies. Up to No7 in world test rankings. Top value in more than one way.

Trent Boult

Relished getting 37 in his distinctive fashion at Hamilton, 55 runs without dismissal in the series. Sounds a bit allrounder-ish. Took his 200th test wicket at Hamilton, the sixth New Zealander to the mark. Found time for another athletic one-handed return catch. A bit of everything.