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2nd ODI, Hamilton, October 29, 2025, 06:30 AM
England
175/10(36.0ov)
New Zealand
177/5(33.1ov)
New Zealand beat England by 5 wickets
Best Batsmen
R
B
4S
6S
SR
Best Bowler
O
R
W
Econ
Man of the Match
Blair Tickner
Commentry
That is all from this game. New Zealand are making it look easy thanks to their relentless bowling performance in both matches. However, concerns will be in the away dressing room with their overall performance. England will be expected to give a fight in the last game. Join us on the 1st of November for the third and final ODI. Join us at 1 am GMT and earlier for the build up. Till then, cheers!
Mitchell Santner, the captain of New Zealand says it was a great game, the boys were exceptional with the ball, the seamers adapted to the conditions quickly despite not much off the surface. Tells they would have taken 170 any day, but Jofra Archer and Brydon Carse bowled well for England and made it difficult for them. Feels Rachin Ravindra's inning wasn't fluent but it was a much-needed innings from him. On Daryl Mitchell, Mitchell Santner says he has been outstanding in the ODIs and hopes it continues. Ends by appreciating Blair Tickner and Jacob Duffy's performance.
Harry Brook, the skipper of England, says he is disappointed but hopes to come back stronger against the World number 2 ranked team. Shares the conditions are similar to England, it's a nice wicket to bat on but it's a matter of going through the first period and then cashing in. Reckons they want to entertain the world but it's not going well for them. On Jofra Archer, Harry Brook says he is an awesome bowler, a valuable asset for the team. Admits they want to dig deep, stay aggressive with the bat.
Blair Tickner wins the PLAYER OF THE MATCH AWARD. He says he didn't expect to make the XI and was informed last night. Shares taking early wickets is the way to go, he just continued by bowling with consistency. Mentions he is enjoying his cricket right now. Reckons there is no pressure right now, he'll go back to the domestic grind.
Presentation...
England's batting struggles persisted as they were bowled out for 175 in 36 overs, with wickets falling regularly and preventing significant partnerships. However, New Zealand's pace bowlers, led by Blair Tickner's impressive 4/34 from 8 overs, performed admirably and broke England's back in the middle phase. An excellent job from New Zealand despite the absence of their prime bowler, Matt Henry.
It wasn't a straightforward win for New Zealand. Jofra Archer removed Will Young in the first over, showcasing good accuracy and consistency throughout his spell. The short deliveries troubled the Kiwi batters, but Rachin Ravindra demonstrated his class, batting through a tough segment to score a fine fifty. However, there was a period in the middle phase when England dominated. Adil Rashid and Jofra Archer bowled in tandem, making it tough, but it was a matter of when, rather than if, for the home team, as they were certain to cross the line.
It wasn't a pretty win, but New Zealand secured a crucial victory, taking an unassailable lead in the 3-match ODI series. Chasing a modest target, England's bowlers initially made it challenging for the Kiwis to cross the line, but ultimately, New Zealand's determination and effective batting partnership secured the win. Daryl Mitchell once again showed how to soak in pressure against some class bowling. His innings was a match-winning one but it was Mitchell Santner's cameo that helped New Zealand cross the line.
In over# 34
4
Brydon Carse 43/0(7.1)
33.1
4
FOUR! Daryl Mitchell finishes it off! Shorter and outside off. Daryl Mitchell swings across the line and gets a thick outside edge to third man, well past the fielder for a boundary. New Zealand win by 5 wickets.
In over# 33
6
1
1
1wd
2
0
4
Jamie Overton 36/1(5)
32.6
6
SIX! HUGE! 3 runs away now! Santner makes room and Jamie Overton follows him with a length delivery, Santner gets into a good position as he tonks it down the ground for a biggie. Such a good shot.
32.5
1
Mistimed completely! Back of a length and outside off. Daryl Mitchell swings across the line and cue ends it to mid off for a single.
32.4
1
Shorter and on leg, pulled to deep square leg for a single. New Zealand are two hits away.
32.4
1wd
Wide! Too full and way down the leg side, Santner gets a bat on it as he whips it. Jamie Overton is not happy with the wide call.
32.3
2
Santner again makes room and Jamie Overton pulls his length back, keeps it around off, Santner hits it over mid off, in the air but well over the fielder for a couple of runs.
32.2
.
Too short and on leg, Santner lets it go over his head.
32.1
4
FOUR! Slashed away! Short in length and outside off, Santner makes room, opens the off side and hits it over the infield to cover for a boundary.
In over# 32
1
1nb
4
0
6
0
0
Brydon Carse 39/0(7)