New Zealand secure a 253-run victory against England in the second Test at The Oval, levelling the three-match series at 1-1 with one match remaining. England resume on 182 for 5 in their chase, needing a difficult total to win, and lose their final five wickets quickly on day five. Multiple reports describe a rapid collapse in which England are dismissed after adding only 10 runs for the first four wickets lost, slipping to 192 for 9 and then falling all out for 209. Matt Henry is the key figure throughout the collapse, taking wickets including Joe Root, and also ends the match with a haul of 11 wickets. One source highlights that Henry’s extended spell of bowling comes after a 10-day break between games, and he is named player of the match. The overall result leaves England unable to mount any sustained resistance after Henry attacks their lower order, while New Zealand complete the win early in the final day by taking the five wickets required for victory.
Matt Henry leads New Zealand to 253-run win over England and level series
New Zealand secure a 253-run victory against England in the second Test at The Oval, levelling the three-match series at 1-1 with one match remaining. England resume on 182 for 5 in their chase, needi...
- New Zealand beat England by 253 runs in the second Test at The Oval.
- The win levels the three-match series at 1-1, with one match remaining.
- England start day five at 182/5 and collapse to be all out for 209.
- Matt Henry takes 11 wickets in the match and is the player of the match in at least one report.
- England lose their remaining five wickets in a short period early on day five.
Matt Henry leaves the field after taking the final five wickets to steer New Zealand to a win over England at the Oval. Photo: Getty Images New Zealand pace bowler Matt Henry ran through England's tail to give his side a 253-run victory in the second test at The Oval to level the series at 1-1 last night.
11 hours agoA 10-day break between the games allowed him to fully recover and on Sunday (June 21, 2026) he was named the player of the match in New Zealand's series-leveling win by 253 runs.
13 hours agoNew Zealand thrashed England by 253 runs in the second Test at The Oval to level the series 1-1 and force a decider in Nottingham. Matt Henry starred with match figures of 11-109, including 6-29 in the second innings, securing his maiden 10-wicket haul in Tests. England were bowled out for 209 within 48 minutes on the final day.
13 hours agoMatt Henry delivered a career-defining performance at The Oval, claiming 11 wickets to help New Zealand level the Test series against England. His exceptional spell, including a devastating 6-29 in the second innings, etched his name in the venue's history, mirroring legendary feats. Recovered from an injury-plagued first Test, Henry's resurgence showcased his prowess as New Zealand's leading pace bowler.
16 hours agoMatt Henry's sensational spell of four wickets for no runs in 12 balls saw England, 182-5 overnight, collapse to 192-9.
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