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The third day of the second Test between New Zealand and Australia at Hagley Oval in Christchurch witnessed a re♉markable performance by th💃e home team, putting them in a commanding position for a rare Test win over Australia.
New Zealand’s bowling brilliance
New Zealand’s bowlers, led by Matt Henry, showcased their prowess by rattling the Australian top order. Henry, continuing his impressive form from the first innings, claimed crucial wickets, including that of Steve Smith, to put Australia on the back foot.
Debutant Ben Sears made an immediate impact, grabbing a wicket in his second over and providing crucial breakthroughs for New Zealand. His dismissal of Marnus Labuschagne further dented Australia’s hopes of a successful chase.
Travis Head and Mitchell Marsh provide resistance
Travis Head and Mitchell Marsh displayed resilience in the face of New Zealand’s bowling onslaught, stitching together a crucial partnership to steady the Australian innings. Their unbeaten stand of 43 runs offered a glimmer of hope for Australia amidst the collapse.
New Zealand’s batting brilliance
Earlier in the day, New Zealand’s batsmen put on a splendid display, with Rachin Ravindra (82) and Daryl Mitchell (58) leading the charge. Their century partnership bolstered New Zealand’s lead, setting up a daunting target for Australia.
Scott Kuggeleijn‘s brisk innings towards the end added valuable runs to New Zealand’s total, further strengthening their grip on the match.
Historic opportunity beckons for New Zealand
With New Zealand on the brink of a historic victory, the Black Caps have a golden opportunity t🐬o end their 31-year test drought against Australia at home. A memorable win beckons for the home team if they can maintain their dominance on the final day of the Test match.
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Here is how Twitter reacted:
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What a fantastic day of Test cricket in Christchurch. In for a blockbuster ending tomorrow. H💟ope the Kiwis pul𒊎l it off.
— Sanket #FSGOUT (@sankulyaa)
Razzle Dazzle Mornings from the Kiwi Land🌠!🤩 🦁💛🐼
— Chennai Super Kings (@ChennaiIPL)
An exciting day awaits in Christchurch:
— betvisa68.com (@CricketTimesHQ)
New Zealand are on top at t൲he end o𒆙f Third Day! ❤️🔥
Australia needs Marsh and He💮ad to stay tall tomorrow! They need a partnership to chase down the total 😊
— Sibtain Raza (@I_am_Sibtain)
I think Australia had just a hiccup. Travia Head and M𒁃itch March will take them home I guess
— Maulik Vadariya (@MaulikVadariya)
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If New Zealand somehow pull💧 this off now, Australia will end up losing two Tests against West Indies & New Zealand in span of six weeks!
They lost as many Tests against the two opponents in the first 23 years of this century. ♔ …
— Sibtain Raza (@I_am_Sibtain)
Aussies steady late with an unbroken 43 run partnership between Head🌌 and Marsh. Still a lot of work to do, but it’s looking a lot better than it did when the fourth wicket fell.
— Rory Burnside (@RoryBurnside)
I'd have liked one more before stumps. Hope NZ believe and bowl well. There's a chance
— E♏verybody Wang Cꦜhung Tonight !🇳🇴🇮🇸🇬🇩 (@Yes_IamSancho)
Marsh and Head have got some job to do tomorrow
— चिरकुट ज़िंदगी (@Chirayu_Jain26)
