New Zealand vs England: Rory Burns hails Joe Root
5 years, 1 month ago

New Zealand vs England: Rory Burns hails Joe Root

The Hindu  

Rory Burns hailed a "beautiful" performance from Joe Root and was happy to get his own tempo right as both struck hundreds for England on Day Three of the second Test with New Zealand. Burns hit only his second Test century as England fought back at Hamilton, while captain Root ended a long wait with his first ton in the five-day game since February. He stood unbeaten on 114 but Burns was run out on 101, with England going on to lose the wickets of Ben Stokes and Zak Crawley before the close, leaving it on 269 for 5 in reply to New Zealand's 375. REPORT | NZ on top despite Root, Burns tons Speaking to Sky Sports, Burns said of Root: "He played beautifully, to get himself back to where he wants to be, good Test match hundred and he's still in and still fighting away and hopefully he's going to make it a massive one.

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NZ vs ENG, 3rd Test: New Zealand crushes England by 423 runs for consolation victory
3 weeks, 2 days ago

NZ vs ENG, 3rd Test: New Zealand crushes England by 423 runs for consolation victory

The Hindu  

New Zealand crushed England by 423 runs on the fourth day of the third test in Hamilton on Tuesday to claim a consolation victory and send Tim Southee out a winner in his final match. Mitchell Santner was named Player of the Match after ripping through the England tail to give New Zealand its biggest-ever win by runs and inflict …

Cricket-New Zealand crush England by 423 runs for consolation victory in Hamilton
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Cricket-New Zealand crush England by 423 runs for consolation victory in Hamilton

Hindustan Times  

-New Zealand romped to victory by 423 runs after dismissing England for 234 on the fourth day of the third test in Hamilton on Tuesday to claim a consolation victory and send Tim Southee out a winner in his final match. Cricket-New Zealand crush England by 423 runs for consolation victory in Hamilton England, who had already sealed the series …

England slide towards heavy defeat in third Test
3 weeks, 3 days ago

England slide towards heavy defeat in third Test

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NZ vs ENG, 3rd Test: England openers fall as New Zealand march towards big win
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3 weeks, 3 days ago

NZ vs ENG, 3rd Test: England openers fall as New Zealand march towards big win

The Hindu  

England made a wretched start to its unrealistic chase of 658 to win the third Test on Monday after a Kane Williamson century rammed home New Zealand’s advantage. It left New Zealand, dismissed late in the day for 453, needing eight more wickets to secure a consolation victory after England easily won the first two Tests. New Zealand’s greatest run-scorer …

NZ vs ENG, 3rd Test: NZ power to 340-run lead on Day 2 as England crumbles
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3 weeks, 4 days ago

NZ vs ENG, 3rd Test: NZ power to 340-run lead on Day 2 as England crumbles

The Hindu  

England’s hopes of a series clean sweep all but evaporated on Sunday as it capitulated on day two of the third Test to trail New Zealand by 340 runs. New Zealand’s controlled strokeplay in the final session was in contrast to chaotic English batting between lunch and tea, where they lost their last eight wickets for 66 runs. Santner reinforced …

NZ vs ENG: New Zealand squanders sound start as England battles back into third Test
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3 weeks, 5 days ago

NZ vs ENG: New Zealand squanders sound start as England battles back into third Test

The Hindu  

New Zealand failed to capitalise on a rock-steady start to reach 315 for nine on day one of the third and final Test against England in Hamilton on Saturday. Led by seamers Matthew Potts and Gus Atkinson, the tourist fought back with the ball after openers Tom Latham and Will Young put on 105 for the opening stand, having been …

NZ vs ENG 2nd Test: Harry Brook & Joe Root Guide Power England To Series-Winning 323-Run Victory Over New Zealand
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1 month ago

NZ vs ENG 2nd Test: Harry Brook & Joe Root Guide Power England To Series-Winning 323-Run Victory Over New Zealand

ABP News  

NZ vs ENG 2nd Test: England defeated New Zealand by a massive margin of 323 runs in the second NZ vs ENG Test of the three-match series on December 8 at Basin Reserve, Wellington. Joe Root, on the other hand, rose to the occasion and notched up his 36th Test century in the second innings of the NZ vs ENG …

NZ vs ENG, 2nd Test: Blundell’s century in vain as England beats Black Caps by 323 runs
1 month ago

NZ vs ENG, 2nd Test: Blundell’s century in vain as England beats Black Caps by 323 runs

The Hindu  

England finally faced some resistance from New Zealand in the shape of Tom Blundell’s defiant century but dismissed the Black Caps for 259 to wrap up a thumping 323-run victory on the third day of the second Test on Sunday. New Zealand’s Tom Blundell celebrates his century during play on day three of the second Test against England. He delivered …

England heading for series-clinching win over New Zealand
1 month ago

England heading for series-clinching win over New Zealand

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England beats New Zealand by 323 runs in 2nd test to take unassailable 2-0 series lead
1 month ago

England beats New Zealand by 323 runs in 2nd test to take unassailable 2-0 series lead

Associated Press  

WELLINGTON, New Zealand — England conquered the Wellington gale Sunday to seal a 323 run win over New Zealand on the third day of the second test and to take a 2-0 lead in the three-match series. Joe Root completed his 36th century as England batted for less than 30 minutes in the morning before declaring with a lead of …

Joe Root century puts England on brink of victory in Wellington
1 month ago

Joe Root century puts England on brink of victory in Wellington

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England's historic Test series triumph in New Zealand after 16 years, win 2nd Test
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1 month ago

England's historic Test series triumph in New Zealand after 16 years, win 2nd Test

India Today  

England delivered a dominant performance to defeat New Zealand by 323 runs in the 2nd Test, securing the 3-match series with a 2-0 lead. Joe Root then scored a classy 36th Test century, which helped England set New Zealand a massive target of 583 runs. England beat New Zealand Root, Brook and Atkinson set-up win New Zealand's chase began poorly …

NZ Vs ENG, 2nd Test: World Number 1 & 2 Batters Smash Excellent 50's Vs Hosts; Latter Misses Out On THIS Feat
1 month ago

NZ Vs ENG, 2nd Test: World Number 1 & 2 Batters Smash Excellent 50's Vs Hosts; Latter Misses Out On THIS Feat

ABP News  

NZ Vs ENG, 2nd Test: England have asserted their dominance in the ongoing 2nd Test match against New Zealand at the Basin Reserve in Wellington, as the visitors have smashed the hosts left, right, and centre to register a lead of 500+ on Day 2. Harry Brook and Joe Root smashed quikcfire 50's, as England are looking to play out …

NZ vs ENG, 2nd Test: Atkinson hat-trick, Bethell 98 put England in driver's seat
1 month ago

NZ vs ENG, 2nd Test: Atkinson hat-trick, Bethell 98 put England in driver's seat

India Today  

England continued to assert dominance over New Zealand on Day 2 of the second Test as they finished the day on 378/5 leading New Zealand by 533 runs on Saturday, December 7 at Basin Reserve, Wellington. New Zealand began the day on 86/5 in 26 overs trailing by 194 runs as England continued the momentum from the opening day and …

Watch: Daryl Mitchell takes one-handed stunner to dismiss Joe Root in Wellington
1 month ago

Watch: Daryl Mitchell takes one-handed stunner to dismiss Joe Root in Wellington

India Today  

Daryl Mitchell took a sensational one-handed diving catch to dismiss Joe Root on Day 1 of the second Test between New Zealand and England on Friday, December 6 at Basin Reserve, Wellington. The incident took place in the 11th over of the first innings after New Zealand captain Tom Latham won the toss and invited England to bat first. NZ …

NZ vs ENG 2nd Test: Harry Brook, bowlers put England on top on Day 1 in Wellington
1 month ago

NZ vs ENG 2nd Test: Harry Brook, bowlers put England on top on Day 1 in Wellington

India Today  

England finished Day 1 of the second Test well on top against New Zealand who were 86/5 at stumps trailing by 194 runs at Basin Reserve, Wellington on Friday, December 6. The day began with Zak Crawley and Ben Duckett opening the innings for England but could only add 12 runs for the first wicket as Matt Henry got Duckett …

NZ vs ENG: New Zealand, England hit with World Test Championship points deduction
1 month, 1 week ago

NZ vs ENG: New Zealand, England hit with World Test Championship points deduction

India Today  

The race to secure a spot in the ICC World Test Championship Final at Lord’s next year has intensified following sanctions against New Zealand and England for slow over-rates during the first Test of their series in Christchurch. Both teams were fined 15% of their match fees and docked three critical points in the World Test Championship standings. However, the …

Joe Root breaks Sachin Tendulkar's stellar Test run-scoring record during England's 8-wicket win vs NZ
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1 month, 1 week ago

Joe Root breaks Sachin Tendulkar's stellar Test run-scoring record during England's 8-wicket win vs NZ

Hindustan Times  

Joe Root continued his record-chasing run-scoring in the first Test against New Zealand at the Hagley Oval in Christchurch, where he set the bar for a new Test record by becoming the highest ever scorer across fourth innings in a player’s career, surpassing Sachin Tendulkar’s record during his brisk 22 which helped England claim a win in the series opener …

NZ vs ENG: Joe Root surpasses legendary Sachin Tendulkar for massive Test record during 1st Test in Christchurch
1 month, 1 week ago

NZ vs ENG: Joe Root surpasses legendary Sachin Tendulkar for massive Test record during 1st Test in Christchurch

Live Mint  

Former England captain Joe Root surpassed legendary Sachin Tendulkar for most runs in the fourth innings in Tests as his unbeaten 23 guided the visitors to a comfortable victory of New Zealand in the first Test on Sunday in Christchurch. Notably, Joe Root completed the feat in 49 appearances in fourth innings while Tendulkar took 60. Root's former teammate Alastair …

England beats New Zealand by 8 wickets in first Test, takes 1-0 lead
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1 month, 1 week ago

England beats New Zealand by 8 wickets in first Test, takes 1-0 lead

The Hindu  

Brydon Carse’s exceptional 6-42 helped England dismiss New Zealand for 254, securing a comfortable eight-wicket victory in the first Test. England chased down the 104-run target with ease, led by debutant Jacob Bethell’s unbeaten 50 off 37 balls and Joe Root’s 23 in his 150th Test. Despite Daryl Mitchell’s valiant 84, New Zealand’s dropped catches and poor fielding proved costly. …

NZ vs ENG: Joe Root breaks Sachin Tendulkar's 4th innings Test record
1 month, 1 week ago

NZ vs ENG: Joe Root breaks Sachin Tendulkar's 4th innings Test record

India Today  

Star batter Joe Root went past India legend Sachin Tendulkar as the leading run-scorer in the fourth innings of Test cricket during England's commanding eight-wicket victory over New Zealand in the first Test at Hagley Oval. Most runs in 4th innings in Test cricket 1630 - Joe Root 1625 - Sachin Tendulkar 1611 - Alastair Cook 1611 - Graeme Smith …

NZ vs ENG, 1st Test, Day 2 Highlights: Brook hundred propels England to 319/5 at Stumps; Trails by 29 runs
1 month, 1 week ago

NZ vs ENG, 1st Test, Day 2 Highlights: Brook hundred propels England to 319/5 at Stumps; Trails by 29 runs

The Hindu  

Welcome to Sportstar’s highlights from Day 2 of the 1st Test between New Zealand and England from the Hagley Oval in Christchurch, New Zealand. HIGHLIGHTS PREVIEW All-rounder Nathan Smith will make his test debut for New Zealand in the series-opener against England two weeks after playing his first internationals in the ODI series against Sri Lanka. New Zealand captain Tom …

Joe Root's team-mates and friends share their favourite memories of England's greatest Test run machine: A cheeky chappy, prankster and one classy bloke
2 months, 4 weeks ago

Joe Root's team-mates and friends share their favourite memories of England's greatest Test run machine: A cheeky chappy, prankster and one classy bloke

Daily Mail  

Joe Root was hailed as England's greatest ever batter last week, after surpassing Alastair Cook as his country's record run-scorer with a stunning innings of 262 against Pakistan, taking his total to 12,664. NASSER HUSSAIN Former England captain My favourite memory of Joe was when he impersonated Bob Willis when being interviewed by Ian Ward in the Trent Bridge dressing …

How Joe Root and Sir Alastair Cook compare as England Test run record broken
3 months ago

How Joe Root and Sir Alastair Cook compare as England Test run record broken

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Joe Root becomes England's top Test run scorer EVER - as he overtakes Alastair Cook's tally of 12,472 in first Test against Pakistan
3 months ago

Joe Root becomes England's top Test run scorer EVER - as he overtakes Alastair Cook's tally of 12,472 in first Test against Pakistan

Daily Mail  

Joe Root has overtaken Alastair Cook to become England’s leading Test run-scorer, moving to 12,473 on the third morning of the first Test against Pakistan at Multan. Root had begun the day on 32, needing another 39 to move past Cook and into fifth place on the all-time Test list, as England replied to Pakistan’s mammoth first-innings 556. After losing …

Joe Root hits 33rd test century for England with 143 to punish Sri Lanka in second test at Lord’s
4 months, 1 week ago

Joe Root hits 33rd test century for England with 143 to punish Sri Lanka in second test at Lord’s

Associated Press  

LONDON — Joe Root joined Alastair Cook on a record 33 test centuries for England by hitting 143 to anchor his team’s recovery to 358-7 on Day 1 of the second test against Sri Lanka at Lord’s on Thursday. An injudicious scoop shot that brought an end to his latest exquisite innings at the home of cricket just before stumps …

England v New Zealand LIVE: Result and reaction from Cricket World Cup 2023 opener as Kiwis win by nine wickets
1 year, 3 months ago

England v New Zealand LIVE: Result and reaction from Cricket World Cup 2023 opener as Kiwis win by nine wickets

The Independent  

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New Zealand annihilate defending champions England in World Cup opener as Conway, Rachin Ravindra smash tons
1 year, 3 months ago

New Zealand annihilate defending champions England in World Cup opener as Conway, Rachin Ravindra smash tons

India TV News  

New Zealand made a statement in the opening game of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 against the defending champions England by chasing down 283 runs in just 36.2 overs as Devon Conway and Rachin Ravindra hit hundreds at Ahmedabad's Narendra Modi Stadium on Thursday, October 5. Conway and Ravindra stitched an unbeaten 273-run stand, which is the highest for …

Ashes 2023: Root, Bairstow, Crawley give England big lead over Australia
1 year, 5 months ago

Ashes 2023: Root, Bairstow, Crawley give England big lead over Australia

The Hindu  

England batted with positive intent to take control of the final Ashes test at The Oval on Saturday, moving on to 389-9 at the close on the third day with a 377-run lead over Australia. Joe Root, Jonny Bairstow and Zak Crawley were the major contributors for the hosts who trail 2-1 in the series and are battling to stop …

Joe Root takes only wicket of afternoon session as Australia frustrate England
1 year, 5 months ago

Joe Root takes only wicket of afternoon session as Australia frustrate England

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Joe Root regrets his time as England captain: If I could go back, I would start my captaincy like Stokes has
1 year, 6 months ago

Joe Root regrets his time as England captain: If I could go back, I would start my captaincy like Stokes has

India Today  

1 batter Joe Root has reflected on his captaincy stint with England, saying he would love to go back and play fearless and aggressive cricket like how the team has been playing under Ben Stokes. Joe Root led England from 2017 and stepped down from the role after the team was thumped 4-0 in the Ashes Down Under in 2022. …

The Ashes 2023: Joe Root hits century to put England in command against Australia at Edgbaston
1 year, 6 months ago

The Ashes 2023: Joe Root hits century to put England in command against Australia at Edgbaston

The Hindu  

A superb century from Joe Root, his first against Australia since 2015, helped England race to 393-8 before declaring on the opening day of the first Ashes Test, a move that did not bear fruit as the tourist held firm to finish on 14-0 at stumps. In a move typical of the unconventional, attacking approach adopted by skipper Ben Stokes …

Ashes 1st Test | Brilliant Root ton puts England in command on Day 1, but early declaration backfires
1 year, 6 months ago

Ashes 1st Test | Brilliant Root ton puts England in command on Day 1, but early declaration backfires

The Hindu  

A superb century from Joe Root, his first against Australia since 2015, helped England race to 393-8 before declaring on the opening day of the first Ashes test, a move that did not bear fruit as the tourists held firm to finish on 14-0 at stumps. In a move typical of the unconventional, attacking approach adopted by skipper Ben Stokes …

Ashes, 1st Test: Joe Root hits hundred as England walk Bazball talk with record declaration on Day 1
1 year, 6 months ago

Ashes, 1st Test: Joe Root hits hundred as England walk Bazball talk with record declaration on Day 1

India Today  

England scored at 5.03 runs per over on the opening day of the first Ashes Test. And Australia, the newly-crowned World Test Champions managed to pick up wickets at regular intervals to make sure England did not run away with it in the first innings on an Edgbaston pitch that drew ire for being too flat. If Bazball is all …

Ashes, 1st Test: Joe Root hits his 30th Test century, goes past Don Bradman in all-time list
1 year, 6 months ago

Ashes, 1st Test: Joe Root hits his 30th Test century, goes past Don Bradman in all-time list

India Today  

Former England captain began Ashes 2023 campaign on a high, hitting his 30th Test hundred at Edgbaston in Birmingham. Ashes, 1st Test Day 1 Updates While Joe Root played more orthodox cricket than most of his teammates on the opening day of the Ashes Test, he played two of the most unorthodox shots, hitting Scott Boland and Pat Cummins into …

New Zealand vs Sri Lanka, 1st Test, Day 4: Highlights
1 year, 9 months ago

New Zealand vs Sri Lanka, 1st Test, Day 4: Highlights

India Today  

12:52 IST: It was rather a forgetful start with the blade for Sri Lanka when they came back out to set a target for the hosts. Blair Tickner finally enjoyed some time out with the ball in hand after being sent to the cleaners in the first innings, where he leaked 103 runs. Tickner though redeemed himself as he ran …

New Zealand vs England: Kiwis beat Ben Stokes and Co by one run in second-Test thriller
1 year, 10 months ago

New Zealand vs England: Kiwis beat Ben Stokes and Co by one run in second-Test thriller

Firstpost  

New Zealand beat England by just one run in a second-Test thriller on Tuesday to draw the series despite having been forced to follow on in Wellington. New Zealand set England a target of 258 runs to win, but the visitors were all out for 256 in dramatic scenes as the two-Test series finished 1-1. Neil Wagner took the decisive …

NZ vs ENG: England second team to lose a Test after enforcing follow-on as New Zealand wins by 1 run
1 year, 10 months ago

NZ vs ENG: England second team to lose a Test after enforcing follow-on as New Zealand wins by 1 run

The Hindu  

England became just the second team to lose a Test match after enforcing the follow-on as it surrendered to a dramatic one-run defeat against New Zealand at the Basin Reserve in Wellington on Tuesday. Batting first, England totalled a massive 435 for eight declared with centuries from Harry Brook and Joe Root before the bowlers bundled New Zealand for 209. …

New Zealand vs England LIVE: Cricket score and updates from second Test
1 year, 10 months ago

New Zealand vs England LIVE: Cricket score and updates from second Test

The Independent  

✕ Close 'Tough day' says NZ's Henry after Root and Brook's 294-run stand for England New Zealand head to Wellington hoping to square the series against an England side on a roll. A short tour concludes with the second Test, with New Zealand hoping to hit back after a disappointing showing in the series opener. Stokes’ side are likely to …

New Zealand vs England, 2nd Test Day 5: New Zealand beat England by just one run after follow-on in Wellington
1 year, 10 months ago

New Zealand vs England, 2nd Test Day 5: New Zealand beat England by just one run after follow-on in Wellington

India Today  

New Zealand secured a one-run victory over England to draw the Test series 1-1 at Basin Reserve, Wellington on Tuesday. On a Neil Wagner ball, James Anderson was caught by wicket-keeper Tom Blundell, leading to unbelievable scenes of jubilation among New Zealand players. A thrilling end to the 2nd Test in Wellington 🏏 #NZvENG pic.twitter.com/tyG7laNtdP — BLACKCAPS February 28, 2023 …

NZ vs ENG 2nd Test: Tim Southee's New Zealand becomes only second team to accomplish 'THIS' feat
1 year, 10 months ago

NZ vs ENG 2nd Test: Tim Southee's New Zealand becomes only second team to accomplish 'THIS' feat

India TV News  

NZ vs ENG 2nd Test: The Kiwis have stunned Ben Stokes' England and have brought 'Bazball' to a halt. In the second Test match between England and New Zealand that was being played at the Basin Reserve, Wellington, the hosts made a narrow escape as they outplayed England by a margin of 1 run. Neil Wagner led New Zealand's charge …

New Zealand vs England | Record-breaker Williamson bats Black Caps back into 2nd Test
1 year, 10 months ago

New Zealand vs England | Record-breaker Williamson bats Black Caps back into 2nd Test

The Hindu  

Kane Williamson was officially and unofficially New Zealand’s best batsman on the fourth day of the second Test on Monday as his 26th test century allowed New Zealand to lead England by 257 runs after following on. Kane Williamson passes Ross Taylor to become New Zealand's all-time leading Test run-scorer 👑 pic.twitter.com/bNOHbGatHO — ESPNcricinfo February 26, 2023 And in batting …

NZ v ENG Highlights 2nd Test Day 3 updates: New Zealand trails by 24 runs, England in commanding position
1 year, 10 months ago

NZ v ENG Highlights 2nd Test Day 3 updates: New Zealand trails by 24 runs, England in commanding position

The Hindu  

Story so far: Day 2 report James Anderson validated his elevation to top spot in the world Test bowling rankings with a lethal opening spell as England took control of the second Test against New Zealand on Saturday. Spinner Jack Leach also took three scalps, leaving New Zealand staring at a 297-run deficit with three days remaining. SQUADS New Zealand …

NZ vs ENG 2nd Test: Anderson, Leach put England in control after aggressive declaration
1 year, 10 months ago

NZ vs ENG 2nd Test: Anderson, Leach put England in control after aggressive declaration

The Hindu  

James Anderson validated his elevation to top spot in the world Test bowling rankings with a lethal opening spell as England took control of the second Test against New Zealand on Saturday. Anderson snared 3-37, sending the Black Caps crashing to 138-7 when rain forced an early end to day two in Wellington, after England declared their first innings at …

NZ vs ENG Highlights 2nd Test Day 2 match updates, live streaming info
1 year, 10 months ago

NZ vs ENG Highlights 2nd Test Day 2 match updates, live streaming info

The Hindu  

DAY 2 report Harry Brook made a brilliant 184 and Joe Root scored 101 in an unbroken fourth-wicket partnership of 294 which carried England to 315-3 at stumps on Friday in what was a rain-shortened first day of the second Test against New Zealand. A day which began without promise with a lost toss and three early wickets ended after …

New Zealand vs England: Harry Brook, Joe Root centuries put visitors in charge on Day 1 of second Test
1 year, 10 months ago

New Zealand vs England: Harry Brook, Joe Root centuries put visitors in charge on Day 1 of second Test

Firstpost  

Wellington: Harry Brook made 184 and Joe Root 101 in an unbroken fourth-wicket partnership of 294 which carried England to 315-3 at stumps on Friday on the rain-shortened first day of the second cricket Test against New Zealand. England reinforced the superiority over New Zealand the visitors showed in the first test which they won by 267 runs and they …

NZ vs ENG, 2nd Test: New Zealand primed to ‘throw some punches’ at confident England
1 year, 10 months ago

NZ vs ENG, 2nd Test: New Zealand primed to ‘throw some punches’ at confident England

The Hindu  

New Zealand will “throw some punches” when it faces an attacking England in the second Test starting on Friday in Wellington, as the host bid to rescue the two-match series. It was England’s 10th win in 11 Tests under head coach Brendon McCullum and further evidence of the success of the New Zealander’s “Bazball” attacking cricket revolution. England’s emphatic victory …

Jonny Bairstow and Joe Root push boundaries in explosive England summer
2 years, 6 months ago

Jonny Bairstow and Joe Root push boundaries in explosive England summer

The Independent  

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England vs New Zealand: Jonny Bairstow, Joe Root seal hosts' Test series clean sweep of Black Caps
2 years, 6 months ago

England vs New Zealand: Jonny Bairstow, Joe Root seal hosts' Test series clean sweep of Black Caps

Firstpost  

Bairstow was 71 not out, having compiled England’s second-fastest Test fifty of all time. Jonny Bairstow led England to a whitewash of Test world champions New Zealand with a stunning fifty on his Headingley home ground on Monday. Former England captain Joe Root was 86 not out, having started the day on an unbeaten 55 before sharing a partnership of …

Bairstow, Root power England to series sweep of New Zealand
2 years, 6 months ago

Bairstow, Root power England to series sweep of New Zealand

The Hindu  

A dominant England swept New Zealand 3-0 in the Test series with an aggressive seven-wicket victory in the third and final Test on Monday. Bairstow, whose masterful 162 lifted England from a precarious 55 for six in the first innings, played yet another aggressive knock as he registered England’s second fastest-ever Test half century off just 30 balls. Left-arm Jack …

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