England bowlers restrict New Zealand to 291-7 on day one at The Oval
3 sources • 2 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 6:54 PM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
On June 17, England faced New Zealand in the second Test at the Kia Oval, ending day one with New Zealand at 291-7. Jacob Bethell and Sonny Baker took two wickets each, with Glenn Phillips (49 not out) and Kyle Jamieson (6 not out) remaining at the crease at stumps. England’s bowling attack produced early successes, with Bethell claiming key wickets late in the day to prevent New Zealand from building momentum after partnerships stabilized their innings. The Test match continues on day two with England looking to capitalize on their late breakthroughs.
- •New Zealand was 291-7 at stumps on day one.
- •Jacob Bethell and Sonny Baker took two wickets each.
- •Tom Blundell top-scored with 51 runs for New Zealand.
- •England's bowlers gained early wickets with significant contributions from Bethell and Baker.
- •The match continues tomorrow with both teams aiming for a crucial victory.
- 6:54 PMBBC Sport — England take late wickets with second Test finely balanced after day one
- 6:42 PMThe Guardian Sport — Jacob Bethell strikes twice as new-look England keep New Zealand in check
"Second Test, day one: New Zealand 291-7 Bethell lands late boost as Baker impresses on debut After nine turbulent days since the crapshoot at Lord’s came some welcome and familiar Test match rhythms south of the river. Not that it was entirely familiar, given the churn of England players that was triggered, in part, by that late night for Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson at the Rex Rooms in Chelsea. They call the Oval the People’s Ground and the people could have been forgiven for squinting at England’s team sheet, perhaps even Googling a name or two on the sly. Not since 1958 against New Zealand at Old Trafford have they followed a Test win by picking three debutants (Ted Dexter, Ray Illingworth, and Raman Subba Row). Continue reading...
"Jacob Bethell takes two late wickets to leave England's second Test against New Zealand delicately poised after the opening day at The Oval, with the tourists closing on 291-7, having being put into bat.
"Jacob Bethell and debutant Sonny Baker took two wickets apiece as England reduced New Zealand to 291-7 at stumps on day one of the second Test at the Kia Oval.
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External links- BBC SportJun 17, 2026, 6:54 PMEngland take late wickets with second Test finely balanced after day one
Jacob Bethell takes two late wickets to leave England's second Test against New Zealand delicately poised after the opening day at The Oval, with the tourists closing on 291-7, having being put into bat.
- The Guardian SportJun 17, 2026, 6:42 PMJacob Bethell strikes twice as new-look England keep New Zealand in check
Second Test, day one: New Zealand 291-7 Bethell lands late boost as Baker impresses on debut After nine turbulent days since the crapshoot at Lord’s came some welcome and familiar Test match rhythms south of the river. Not that it was entirely familiar, given the churn of England players that was triggered, in part, by that late night for Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson at the Rex Rooms in Chelsea. They call the Oval the People’s Ground and the people could have been forgiven for squinting at England’s team sheet, perhaps even Googling a name or two on the sly. Not since 1958 against New Zealand at Old Trafford have they followed a Test win by picking three debutants (Ted Dexter, Ray Illingworth, and Raman Subba Row). Continue reading...
- Sky Sports—Bethell bags late double as England edge New Zealand on first day of Oval Test
Jacob Bethell and debutant Sonny Baker took two wickets apiece as England reduced New Zealand to 291-7 at stumps on day one of the second Test at the Kia Oval.
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