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England vs New Zealand: Joe Root stands between hosts and defeat in second Test at The Oval

New Zealand won the second Test at The Oval to move closer to levelling the series. Matt Henry dismissed the final England batters to end the hosts' resistance. England struggled throughout the match, facing a chase of 463 runs.

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New Zealand has secured the victory after previously being five wickets away from the win.

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  1. New Zealand Complete Second Test Rout of England at The Oval

    New Zealand won the second Test at The Oval to move closer to levelling the series. Matt Henry dismissed the final England batters to end the hosts' resistance. England struggled throughout the match, facing a chase of 463 runs.

    What's confirmed:

    • New Zealand won the second Test against England at The Oval.
    • Matt Henry ended England's resistance to complete the victory.
    • New Zealand posted a first-innings total of 391.
    • Glenn Phillips scored a century during New Zealand's first innings.
    • Joe Root served as interim captain in place of Ben Stokes.
    • England's top-order was rattled while chasing 463.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • The Black Caps were 99 per cent likely to level the series prior to the final result.
    • The match was described as Joe Root's worst nightmare by Stuart Broad.
    • England failed to get key moments right according to Fisher.
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