A dominant performance in Wellington sees England secure a 323-run triumph, their biggest victory against New Zealand and their first series win in the country since 2008.
England stormed to an emphatic 323-run victory over New Zealand in the second Test at Wellington, sealing a 2-0 lead in the three-match series. The win, achieved inside three days, showcased England’s dominance with bat and ball and marked their first away series triumph in two years.
Set a daunting target of 583, New Zealand crumbled under the relentless pressure of England’s bowling attack. Chris Woakes and Brydon Carse made early inroads, reducing the hosts to 59-4. Woakes’ figures of 2-20 were his best in the fourth innings of an overseas Test, while Carse’s precision accounted for another two wickets.
Embed from Getty ImagesDespite the bleak skies and gusty winds, Tom Blundell provided a rare bright spot for the Black Caps with a spirited 115. The wicketkeeper launched a counter-attack, hammering Shoaib Bashir for four towering sixes. However, his valiant effort ended when he misjudged a sweep and was caught spectacularly by Ben Duckett, who sprinted from slip to secure the dismissal.
England’s bowlers kept up the momentum, with Ben Stokes dismantling the tail. The captain’s 3-5 marked his best Test bowling figures in over two years. New Zealand were bowled out for 259, handing England a commanding win—their largest in terms of runs against the Black Caps.
Earlier, England had solidified their position on Sunday morning, resuming their second innings at 378-5 with a 533-run lead. Joe Root completed his 36th Test century in signature style, executing a reverse scoop off pacer Will O’Rourke. Root’s innings ended at 106, shortly before England declared at 427-6, with Stokes unbeaten on 49.
The victory highlights England’s resurgence under Stokes’ leadership and sets the stage for a potential clean sweep in the final Test in Hamilton, starting Saturday. However, one concern lingers: Harry Brook, who starred with a first-inning 123, was sidelined from fielding due to a precautionary measure for a sore ankle.
With this series win, England have not only broken a 16-year drought in New Zealand but have also showcased their intent to dominate away from home
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