• England defeatd New Zealand in the first Test by 8 wickets.

  • Brydon Carse earned Player of the Match for his brilliant 10-wicket haul in the match.

Fans react as Brydon Carse’s 10-fer guides England to resounding win over New Zealand in the 1st Test
England beat New Zealand in the first Test by 8 wickets (Image Source: X)

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England began their red-ball campaign in New Zealand with a dominant performance, defeating the hosts by eight wickets in the first Test at Hagley Oval, Christchurch. The match showcased England’s all-round prowess, highlighted by Harry Brook‘s sensational century and Brydon Carse‘s exceptional bowling display. New Zealand fought hard with notable contributions from Kane Williamson and Daryl Mitchell, but England’s clinical execution in all departments ensured a convincing win.

New Zealand’s grit meets England’s firepower

New Zealand posted a respectable 348 runs in their first innings at Hagley Oval. Captain Tom Latham (47) and Williamson (93) held the innings together, while Glenn Phillips displayed resilience with an unbeaten 58 off 87 deliveries. However, England’s bowlers, led by Carse (4/64) and Shoaib Bashir (4/69), ensured the hosts were bowled out in 91 overs. Gus Atkinson (2/61) also contributed by striking early and removing key batters like Devon Conway and Williamson.

England responded emphatically with a commanding batting performance, scoring 499 in their first innings. Brook stole the show with a magnificent 171 off 197 balls, supported by contributions from Ollie Pope (77) and captain Ben Stokes (80). Atkinson’s rapid 48 further frustrated New Zealand’s bowlers. Matt Henry led the Kiwi attack with 4/84, while Nathan Smith (3/141) and Tim Southee (2/85) chipped in.

New Zealand falter under pressure

Trailing by 151 runs, New Zealand struggled in their second innings, managing 254 runs. Williamson once again anchored the innings with a composed 61, while Mitchell’s aggressive 84 provided hope. Despite their efforts, England’s Carse wreaked havoc with the ball, claiming another five-wicket haul (5/62) to decimate the Kiwi batting order. Chris Woakes supported him well, taking 3/59.

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England seal the win in style

Chasing a modest target of 104, England wasted no time in wrapping up the game. Jacob Bethell’s unbeaten 50 off 37 balls and Joe Root’s quickfire 23 off 15 deliveries ensured an 8-wicket victory in just 12.4 overs. Matt Henry and William O’Rourke picked up a wicket each for New Zealand, but it was too little, too late.

Carse delivered a brilliant performance, finishing with figures of 10/106 across both innings and bagging a Player of the Match award. His devastating spells were instrumental in restricting New Zealand’s totals and earning England a comfortable win.

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