Australia inflicted a heavy defeat on their Trans-Tasman rivals, as New Zealand lost the first test match of the three-match Test series by 296 runs at the Perth Cricket Stadium (Optus Stadium). The series is a part of the World Test Championship. Mitchell Starc won the man of the match award for his 5/52 in the 1st inning and 4/45 in the 2nd innings. The Kiwis struggled … [Read more...] about Australia Defeat NZ In 1st Test By 296 runs, Starc Man Of The Match
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AUS vs NZ 1st Test Day 2: Starc’s Pink Ball Love Continues, Australia In Control
In the session full of action, Mitchell Starc’s 4-fer put Australia firmly on a driving seat. At the Stumps of Day-2, visitors were tottering at 109/5 with Ross Taylor (66*) being the lone warrior. They are still trailing by 307 runs. If the first two sessions were battle of patience then the last session was full of action, something happening on almost every ball. Pink ball … [Read more...] about AUS vs NZ 1st Test Day 2: Starc’s Pink Ball Love Continues, Australia In Control
Aus vs NZ 1st Test: Pacer Lockie Ferguson Will Not Bowl Further Due To Injury
Lockie Ferguson had suffered a calf strain on the first day of the first Test against Australia. Today morning an MRI scan was done and it was confirmed that the injury is a bit severe and thus he will not be able to bowl for the rest of the first Test. However, he can bat. It was the debut Test match for the New Zealand pacer. The Test match is being played at the Optus … [Read more...] about Aus vs NZ 1st Test: Pacer Lockie Ferguson Will Not Bowl Further Due To Injury
Ricky Ponting Thinks This NZ Bowler Can Scare Australian Batsmen
Former Australia skipper Ricky Ponting has pointed out Neil Wagner as the biggest potential scare to Tim Paine’s side, ahead of the highly-anticipated Test series against bitter rivals New Zealand. The left-armer’s deadly pace, zip, and bounce according to Ponting are what could disrupt the Aussies. After beating Pakistan and England respectively, the … [Read more...] about Ricky Ponting Thinks This NZ Bowler Can Scare Australian Batsmen