England frustrate New Zealand as Fisher leads last-wicket stand
Cricket – England v New Zealand – Second Test – Kia Oval, London, Britain – June 19, 2026 England’s Matthew Fisher celebrates after reaching his half century Action Images via Reuters/Andrew Couldridge
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LONDON, June 19 : England tail-ender Matthew Fisher made a defiant unbeaten half-century to frustrate New Zealand and help his side to 291 all out at lunch on day three of the second test on Friday, a deficit of 100. Earlier New Zealand’s Matt Henry had taken three quick wickets as the visitors sought to wrap up the England innings.
• England began the day on 226-6 in reply to New Zealand’s 391 all out and facing a sizeable first innings deficit.
• New Zealand quick bowler Matthew Henry removed Jordan Cox, Jofra Archer and Josh Tongue in quick succession to claim a five-wicket haul and leave England reeling on 238-9.
• Fisher dug deep though, and in partnership with debutant Sonny Baker at number 10, helped England close in on 300.
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• Fisher played sensibly to reach his 50 off 76 balls.
• Sonny Baker was last man out for four, just before the interval.
• England lead the three-match series 1-0.
Source: Reuters
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