Christchurch, Dec. 2 -- A half-century from Kane Williamson was the highlight of New Zealand's innings as West Indies took wickets at regular intervals on day one of the first Test at Christchurch on Tuesday.

At the end of day one, New Zealand were 231/9, with Zak Foulkes (4*) and Jacob Duffy (4*) unbeaten.

West Indies won the toss and opted to field first, and their pacers justified the decision by putting the Kiwis under consistent pressure. After a returning Kemar Roach (2/47) removed Devon Conway early for a duck, a 94-run stand between skipper Tom Latham (24 in 85 balls, with two fours) and Kane (52 in 102 balls, with six fours) provided a bit of stability.

Consistent wickets from Justin Greaves (2/35), Ojay Shields (2/34), and Ja...