Three centuries, 605 runs, smashed records and a fine Wellington day made for a Grand Ford Trophy final as the Central Stags won by three wickets over Canterbury

The New Zealand A cricket side are in a solid position after two days of the second unofficial test against South Africa A in Benoni.

Central Districts their first T20 match outside NZ, beating the Hobart Hurricanes in the Global Super League.

Resumption of one-day cricket's Ford Trophy produces high-scoring matches on Waitangi Day.

Central Districts were the only victors in Round 3 of the four-day Plunket Shield cricket competition.

The impressive individual performances continue in the opening phase of 50-over Ford Trophy.