England suffers 253-run defeat to New Zealand in second Test
BBC Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 1:10 PM
Last updated Jun 21, 2026
In the second Test at The Oval, England faced a comprehensive 253-run defeat against New Zealand, evening the series at 1-1. The match concluded with England's performance raising concerns, especially among younger players. Acting captain Joe Root scored 77 runs in the second innings, but the team lacked experience, with half the side being newcomers or inexperienced. Looking ahead, the teams will contest the series decider at Trent Bridge.
- •England's players rated poorly, with several scoring 3/10 or lower.
- •New Zealand's Matt Henry was a standout performer with a rating of 9.
- •The series is now tied at 1-1, leading to a crucial third Test.
- •Joe Root became the second player to reach 14,000 Test runs.
- 1:10 PMBBC Sport — Second Test ratings: Which England players got 3/10?
"England were on the end of a thumping 253-run defeat against New Zealand in the second Test at The Oval. How did the players rate?
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