England breathed fresh life into their T20 World Cup campaign as Jos Buttler’s 73 off 47 balls helped them overcome New Zealand in another tense showdown between the teams. It was a simple looping chance to cover point after Phillips had sliced Rashid but the ball burst through Moeen’s hands. Phillips had some more fortune after edging Livingstone wide of Buttler but he sparked into gear with a sweetly-timed six off Mark Wood. England’s fielding grew ragged, allowing Williamson and Phillips to turn ones into twos, but it was the latter’s power hitting which seemed to tilt the balance. New Zealand were left needing 26 off the final six balls but Curran’s yorkers and the odd well-directed bouncer ensured there was no late drama as England restricted their rivals to 159 for six.

Source: The Herald November 01, 2022 19:22 UTC