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England Declare in 59 Overs As Bazball Hits New Zealand

The England cricket team has stunned many followers of the game as Ben Stokes’ side decided to declare their innings after batting only 58.2 overs. Yes, you read it right! The English side is all set to bowl in the third session of the day 1 of the test match after being put in to bat by New Zealand.

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The decision comes as a shock to many cricket fans around the world. Earlier in the game, Kiwis won the toss in the first test match against England and decided to have a bowl at the Bay Oval in Mount Maunganui. Little did they expect to come out with the bat in less that 60 overs. The visitors declared after putting up 325 as their first innings total in less than 60 overs.

Time to bat! England declare with the score 325/9 at Bay Oval. Neil Wagner leads the bowling effort with 4-82 at his home ground 🏏 Follow play LIVE in NZ with @sparknzsport & @todayFM_nz. #NZvENG pic.twitter.com/zlpTkoLra1

— BLACKCAPS (@BLACKCAPS) February 16, 2023

Harry Brook emerged as the top scorer for England, managing 89 off just 81 balls while Ben Duckett’s 68 ball 86 saw Bazball hit the Kiwis’ hard! However, New Zealand made a good recovery after the supper break and by taking four wickets and conceding just 46 runs in the session.

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At the end of their innings, England had only one wicket left. It would be fair to assume that the visitors want to take a crack against the Kiwi batters under lights with the new ball. The plan ended up working for the visitors who managed to sneak in three important Kiwi wickets before the end of day’s play. 

Tom Latham was the first one to walk back after Ollie Pope took a fine match off Robinson’s bowling to get rid of the NZ opener. Former Black Caps skipper Kane Williamson lasted for a mere 21 balls before James Anderson trapped him right in front. Henry Nicholls was the last wicket to fall as New Zealand ended the day at 37/3 off 18 overs.

Devon Conway finds himself running out of partner with night watchman Wagner joining him at the crease before the day ended resulting ensured no further setbacks till the end of play but it’s the visitors who are on top at the moment. Can the Kiwis make a comeback tomorrow? We’ll find out. 

Image Credits: New Zealand Cricket/ Twitter

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