Fulton scores century as Kiwis reach 250 for one

March 22, 2013 08:14 am | Updated 10:42 am IST - AUCKLAND

Peter Fulton bats against England on the first day of the third Test, in Auckland on Friday.

Peter Fulton bats against England on the first day of the third Test, in Auckland on Friday.

Opening batsman Peter Fulton scored a maiden test century at the age of 34, seven years after his debut to guide New Zealand to 250-1 at stumps on Friday on the first day of the third cricket test against England.

Fulton carried his bat throughout a day, which began when England won the toss and bowled, reaching 124 not out at stumps in a 171-un second-wicket partnership with Kane Williamson (83 not out).

Fulton made his test debut in 2006 and played 10 matches, with a highest score of 75 and an average of 20, before losing his place in New Zealand’s revolving door for test openers. He won a recall for this series, four years after his last test.

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