New Zealand's 1986 team stuns England in historic series win
The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 3, 2026, 9:37 AM
Last updated Jun 3, 2026
New Zealand's cricket team, led by captain Jeremy Coney, achieved a significant series victory over England 40 years ago. In a memorable match at Trent Bridge, New Zealand needed approximately 70 runs to take the lead in the series. The team, often seen as underdogs due to fewer resources, managed to apply psychological pressure on their opponents, targeting Phil Edmonds during key moments of play. This triumph is remembered as a pivotal achievement in New Zealand cricket history.
- •New Zealand needed about 70 runs to win at Trent Bridge.
- •The match occurred 40 years ago during a series against England.
- •Captain Jeremy Coney led the team against England's Phil Edmonds.
- •New Zealand's underdog status added to the significance of their victory.
- 9:37 AMThe Guardian Sport — The Spin | ‘Nobody likes to be belittled’: how New Zealand’s ‘Ilford seconds’ made history in 1986
"Jeremy Coney’s tourists 40 years ago lacked the resources and professionalism of their opponents but got under England’s skin to claim a famous series win Jeremy Coney is barking with laughter recalling the story of winding up England’s Phil Edmonds at Trent Bridge 40 years ago. “We needed about 70-odd runs to win the match and go 1-0 up in the series. Edmonds was bowling to myself and Martin Crowe with this rather garish sponsored wristwatch on.” Continue reading...
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