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England vs New Zealand: Matt Henry ends hosts' miserable fortnight

New Zealand won the second Test at The Oval by 253 runs. Matt Henry secured the victory with a career-best 11-wicket haul. The series is now tied 1-1 heading into the final match at Trent Bridge.

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Added details regarding Joe Root's performance and the disciplinary suspension of Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson.

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  1. Matt Henry's 11-Wicket Haul Levels Series as New Zealand Beat England

    New Zealand won the second Test at The Oval by 253 runs. Matt Henry secured the victory with a career-best 11-wicket haul. The series is now tied 1-1 heading into the final match at Trent Bridge.

    What's confirmed:

    • New Zealand defeated England by 253 runs at The Oval.
    • The series is leveled at 1-1.
    • Matt Henry took 11 wickets in the match.
    • The deciding third Test will be played at Trent Bridge.
    • Matt Henry took the final five wickets within one hour.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • Captain Ben Stokes and pacer Gus Atkinson were stood down for breaking a midnight curfew during a security incident.
    • Joe Root scored 77 in England's second-innings chase.
    • England played with an inexperienced lineup and an absent captain.
    confidence 90%
  2. New Zealand Level Series with 253 Run Victory Over England

    New Zealand defeated England by 253 runs at The Oval to level the three-match series. Matt Henry led the bowling attack with an 11-wicket haul. The result sets up a deciding match at Trent Bridge.

    What's confirmed:

    • New Zealand defeated England by 253 runs in the second Test at The Oval.
    • Matt Henry took 11 wickets in the match.
    • The victory levels the three-match series.
    • The deciding match will take place at Trent Bridge.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • The ICC deducted 12 WTC points from England following the defeat.
    • Joe Root equaled an unwanted record during the match.
    • England was fined 50 per cent of their match fee.
    confidence 95%