All-round New Zealand seal historic series victory at Edgbaston

After a tepid end to the 1st Test at Lord’s, New Zealand produced a complete performance at Edgbaston to win their first Test series in England since 1999. Despite making six changes to their side – ahead of the WTC Final against India – New Zealand were dominant in the 2nd Test match, comfortably overpowering […]

England hold on for a draw on day 5 after Sibley’s unbeaten half-century

The first test between England and New Zealand ended with a whimper on day five on a docile Lord’s pitch which offered very little to the bowlers in terms of lateral movement and was also tough to score on. New Zealand started the day with some excitement in the search for quick runs with nightwatchman […]

Burns, Southee star on day four

After the rain ensured not a single ball was bowled on Day three, New Zealand continued to dominate the first test match on the penultimate day. Rory Burns batted throughout the innings and scored a brilliant 132 for England but the day belonged to the veteran seamer Tim Southee who picked up six wickets which […]

Conway brings up double century as England fight back on Day 2

Devon Conway continued to create history at the home of cricket and after getting his name on the Lord’s honour board on day 1, Conway went on to score an impressive 200 for the Kiwis on day 2. Conway’s double century alongside contributions from Henry Nicholls and Neil Wagner pushed New Zealand to a total […]

England vs New Zealand Test Series Preview

After a brief hiatus, Test cricket finally returns to the calendar with England facing New Zealand in a two-match Test series which acts as the curtain-raiser for the English Summer. While this series will not be part of the World Test Championship, there is still plenty to play for across the two matches for either […]