New Zealand defeats England by 253 runs to level Test series 1-1
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 11:07 AM
Last updated Jun 21, 2026
New Zealand secured a 253-run victory over England in the second Test at The Oval, leveling the three-match series at 1-1. With England resuming on the final day at 182-5 in pursuit of 463, they were dismissed for 209, unable to withstand New Zealand's bowling performance led by Matt Henry, who recorded match figures of 11-109. England faced significant challenges, including the absence of captain Ben Stokes amid ongoing internal controversies. The defeat comes after England celebrated a win in the first Test, highlighting their recent struggles as they head to Trent Bridge for a decisive third Test.
- •New Zealand scored 391 and 362; England managed 291 and 209.
- •Matt Henry achieved career-best bowling figures with 6-29 in the second innings.
- •Joe Root top-scored for England with 77 runs in the final innings.
- •The third Test at Trent Bridge will determine the series winner.
- •England has lost six of their last eight Tests.
- 11:07 AMYahoo Sports — Chaotic England fortnight ends with huge defeat
- 11:03 AMBBC Sport — Chaotic England fortnight ends with huge defeat
- 10:57 AMBBC News — England vs New Zealand: Matt Henry ends hosts' miserable fortnight - BBC
"England's miserable fortnight ends with a crushing defeat in the second Test against New Zealand at The Oval - setting up a high-stakes decider at Trent Bridge.
"England's miserable fortnight ends with a crushing defeat in the second Test against New Zealand at The Oval - setting up a high-stakes decider at Trent Bridge.
"England's miserable fortnight ends with a crushing defeat in the second Test against New Zealand at The Oval - setting up a high-stakes decider at Trent Bridge.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 21, 2026, 11:07 AMChaotic England fortnight ends with huge defeat
England's miserable fortnight ends with a crushing defeat in the second Test against New Zealand at The Oval - setting up a high-stakes decider at Trent Bridge.
- BBC SportJun 21, 2026, 11:03 AMChaotic England fortnight ends with huge defeat
England's miserable fortnight ends with a crushing defeat in the second Test against New Zealand at The Oval - setting up a high-stakes decider at Trent Bridge.
- BBC NewsJun 21, 2026, 10:57 AMEngland vs New Zealand: Matt Henry ends hosts' miserable fortnight - BBC
England's miserable fortnight ends with a crushing defeat in the second Test against New Zealand at The Oval - setting up a high-stakes decider at Trent Bridge.
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