Nathan Smith's six-wicket haul propelled New Zealand to enforce the follow-on against Ireland, leaving the hosts struggling at Stormont midway through the four-day test.
Ireland were bowled out for 179 in the match's 2nd innings (Image Source: X/@BLACKCAPS)
May 29, 2026
12:35 am
What's the storyIn a one-off Test match, New Zealand are well on their way to victory against Ireland.
The visitors have established a commanding position at Stormont, leading by 246 runs with eight wickets in hand.
The Black Caps enforced the follow-on after Nathan Smith took six wickets in Ireland's first innings in Belfast.
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