England defeat Black Caps by eight wickets in first Test

Sunday 1 December 2024 · 3 outlets · 4 reports · updated Sun 1 Dec 2024, 5:53pm

In this story Black Caps, Kane Williamson, Daryl Mitchell, Brydon Carse

England took a 1-0 series lead after beating New Zealand by eight wickets at Hagley Oval in Christchurch. Following New Zealand's scores of 348 and 254, England chased 104 runs in just 13 overs. Brydon Carse took six wickets in the second innings to help secure the victory.

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   England thrash Black Caps by eight wickets in series opener at Hagley Oval (opens in new tab)