Australia and New Zealand are done with their limited-over series. Now they are concentrating on the Test series. On February 29, Australia and New Zealand started facing each other in the first Test match of the two-match Test series. In the first innings, Kane Williamson made an unwanted record in his 12-year-long Test career. For the very first time, he was dismissed in run out in the Test format.
Unwanted Record by Williamson:
On his second delivery, Williamson nudged the full-length delivery from Starc towards mid-off, initiating a quick single. Will Young, his partner, cautiously reacted to the call with his eyes on the ball. However, the two ended up colliding as Young hurried towards the other end. In the midst of the confusion, Marnus Labuschagne seized the opportunity, swiftly gathering the ball and toppling the stumps. This unexpected turn of events left Williamson in utter disbelief.
This marked the first time since 2012 that Williamson faced a run-out dismissal, a rare occurrence for the seasoned player. The unfortunate incident resulted in New Zealand losing two wickets in the same over. The collision and subsequent run-out served as a testament to the unpredictable nature of cricket, where even the most experienced players can find themselves caught off guard. This unexpected setback added a twist to the game, emphasizing the importance of communication and quick decision-making in the fast-paced and dynamic sport of cricket.
Williamson’s recent performance has been truly outstanding, hitting seven centuries in his last seven matches. This impressive feat has placed him at the top of the ICC Test rankings for batters. Surpassing Steve Smith‘s record of 32 Test centuries now seems like a reachable goal for the New Zealand captain. It highlights Williamson’s incredible consistency and skill in the game, showcasing his prowess as a top-class batsman.
AUS vs NZ Test Match:
Australia and New Zealand are scheduled to play two Test matches. In the beginning, After winning the toss, New Zealand won the toss and decided to bowl first. While batting first, Australia gave a decent start. Steve Smith scored 31 runs in 71 balls. Usman Khawaja scored 33 runs in 118 balls. Marnus Labuschagne scored 1 run in 27 balls. Cameron Green played an outstanding knock. He remained unbeaten on 174 runs in 275 balls with 23 boundaries and 5 over-boundaries. Mitchell Marsh scored 40 runs in 39 balls. They got all out in 383 runs.
The Kiwis didn’t have a desired start. The top order was destroyed by the Aussie bowlers. Daryl Mitchell scored 11 runs in 37 balls. Tom Blundell played a knock of 33 runs in 43 balls. Glenn Phillips played well. He scored 71 runs in 70 balls. They ended their first innings with 179 runs. Australia started their second innings. They have already lost two wickets. They ended the day on 13/2.
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