After losing the opener, New Zealand bounced back against England in the 2nd Test at The Oval
New Zealand won by 253 runs (Image Source: X/@BLACKCAPS)
Jun 21, 2026
04:23 pm
What's the storyAfter losing the opener, New Zealand bounced back against England in the 2nd Test at The Oval.
Chasing a mammoth 463, the hosts started the final day's proceedings at 182/5. However, Matt Henry removed Joe Root and Jofra Archer early, triggering England's early collapse.
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