Day 1 of the 2nd Test between New Zealand and England at Basin Reserve, Wellington, was a thrilling battle of skill and strategy! 🏏 New Zealand’s disciplined bowling attack stole the show as they dismissed England for a seemingly under-par total of 280 in just 54.4 overs.
💥 Match Highlights:
Tim Southee and Matt Henry set the tone with early wickets, reducing England to 43/4 within the first hour.
Harry Brook’s counterattack: A magnificent 123 off 115 balls, including 11 boundaries and 5 sixes, turned the tide briefly for England.
Ollie Pope’s resilience: A crucial 66 as he built a vital 174-run partnership with Brook.
Nathan Smith’s career-best spell: The young pacer claimed 4/86, dismantling England’s middle and lower order.
Drama of Brook’s run-out: A turning point as New Zealand regained control.
🌟 Key Stats:
England: 280 all out (Brook 123, Pope 66 | Smith 4/86, Henry 2/43)
New Zealand: To bat, with the pitch still offering movement and bounce.
🎥 Watch the highlights as New Zealand’s bowling brilliance keeps them in control on Day 1, while Harry Brook and Ollie Pope shine with the bat. With an exciting Day 2 ahead, can New Zealand’s batters capitalize on the platform set by their bowlers?
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