Zimbabwe Stunned 🏏
Sometimes in cricket, one team just shows up, plays their best game, and leaves everyone else watching in awe. That’s exactly what New Zealand did in Bulawayo.
In the second Test against Zimbabwe, the Kiwis didn’t just win — they rewrote their record books.
A Win That Will Be Remembered
On August 9, 2025, New Zealand recorded their largest-ever Test victory, crushing Zimbabwe by an innings and 359 runs.
It’s the kind of margin you rarely see, and it’s now the third-biggest innings win in Test cricket history.
Basically, New Zealand batted once… and Zimbabwe batted twice… and still didn’t get close.
Batting That Broke Records
The Kiwis walked out to bat and never looked back.
- Devon Conway scored 153
- Rachin Ravindra remained unbeaten on 165
- Henry Nicholls added an unbeaten 150
Three batters making 150+ in the same innings? That’s as rare as finding a Test match with no crowd noise.
They piled up 601/3 declared, leaving Zimbabwe with a mountain to climb.
Bowling That Finished the Job
Once the batters had done their part, the bowlers came in like a storm.
Debutant Zakary Foulkes was sensational — 9 wickets in the match, including a stunning 5/37 in the second innings.
Matt Henry was just as sharp, taking 16 wickets in the series and bagging the Player of the Series award.
Zimbabwe’s batters were out of answers, falling for 125 and 117. The whole thing was over in three days.
What the Captain Said
Stand-in captain Mitchell Santner couldn’t hide his pride.
“We were challenged at times, but the guys stayed composed and stuck to the plan,” he said.
Why This Win Matters
For New Zealand, this wasn’t just a Test win — it was proof of depth, discipline, and dominance. The young players shone, the seniors led by example, and the team delivered one of the most complete performances in their history.
For Zimbabwe, it’s a harsh reminder that top-level cricket can be unforgiving.
Quick Match Recap 📋
- Venue: Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo
- Result: New Zealand won by an innings and 359 runs
- Historical Rank: 3rd-biggest innings win in Test history
- Top Scorers: Ravindra 165*, Nicholls 150*, Conway 153
- Star Bowler: Zakary Foulkes (9 wickets on debut)
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