Foulkes, Henry seal NZ’s record win as Zimbabwe slump to their heaviest loss

New Zealand Seals Record Win Over Zimbabwe

New Zealand completed their biggest Test history, crushing Zimbabwe by an innings and 359 runs to seal a 2-0 series sweep.

Zimbabwe's Second Innings Quickly Unravels

Resuming with a daunting deficit of 476, Zimbabwe's second innings quickly fell apart. Matt Henry struck in his first over, bowling Brian Bennett with a sharp inswinger. Jacob Duffy, on debut, bagged his maiden Test wicket when Sean Williams chipped a return catch.

Debutant Zakary Foulkes Shines

Debutant Zakary Foulkes dismantled the middle and lower order with a probing mix of nip-backers and away-seamers. He finished with 5 for 37 to go with his four-wicket haul in the first innings.

Matthew Fisher Chimes In

Matthew Fisher, another one on debut, also chipped in, sending back Craig Ervine and Trevor Gwandu in a lively spell.

Brief Scores

• Zimbabwe: 142 & 117 in 28.1 overs (Nick Welch 47*)
• New Zealand: 601/3 dec. (Devon Conway 153, Henry Nicholls 150*, Rachin Ravindra 165*)
• Result: New Zealand won by an innings and 359 runs