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‘It was the right decision’: Ben Stokes defends follow-on call after Test defeat

Ben Stokes was unrepentant after England’s historic, nail-biting one-run defeat to New Zealand in Wellington, insisting he had no regrets about the follow-on

The Guardian - UK · Feb 28, 2023

England player ratings as Joe Root and Harry Brook star amid Zak Crawley struggles

England drew 1-1 against New Zealand in what proved to be an enthralling Test series, culminating with a dramatic one-run victory for the hosts in Wellington

Daily Mirror · Feb 28, 2023

Walk down memory lane: The 3 narrowest wins by runs in men's Tests

New Zealand's sensational 1 run win vs England on Day 5 of the Wellington Test has not just made fans across the world sit up and say wow, it has also equaled the record for the smallest margin of victory in a Men's Test match, in terms of runs.

The Times of India · Feb 28, 2023

Ben Stokes insists he has "no regrets" about enforcing the follow on despite England loss

England lost a thrilling Test match to New Zealand by just one run, becoming only the fourth team in history to lose after enforcing the follow on and captain Ben Stokes has defended his decision

Daily Mirror · Feb 28, 2023

Looking back at other close finishes in Test match history

Neil Wagner removed James Anderson to secure a thrilling victory.

The Independent UK · Feb 28, 2023

Afternoon Update: tax hike on $3m super balances; robodebt inquiry ‘double down’ claim; and a Test cricket classic

Balances of more than $3m will be taxed at 30%, up from current concessional rate of 15%

The Guardian - AU · Feb 28, 2023

What a thriller! New Zealand beat England by one run in 2nd Test

New Zealand were made to follow-on in the second Test at home against England, but they didn't lose hope, and on Tuesday the Kiwis pulled off a stunning one-run win over the visitors in a thrilling finish on the final day in Wellington.

The Times of India · Feb 28, 2023

Classy Joe Root guides England into strong position in second Test in Wellington

Root struck a brilliant 74 not out by lunch.

The Independent UK · Feb 28, 2023

New Zealand beat England by one run: second Test, day five – as it happened

Over-by-over report: Needing just two runs to win, England fell short when Jimmy Anderson was caught behind to end an epic Test match

The Guardian - UK · Feb 27, 2023

India vs Australia: Mitchell Starc says still not 100% fit but good enough for third Test

Mitchell Starc has been on the injury list ever since Australia's arrival for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, and after being on the bench for two Tests, the premier Australia fast bowler feels he is good enough for the third Test, though still not 100 percent fit.

The Times of India · Feb 27, 2023