But it appeared as if Finch would fall silent at Basin Reserve this week after an incident throughout the first Test at Mount Maunganui. The instrument was taken, dropped and broken by an area fan, leaving it bent out of practice and out of tune. The information quickly reached New Zealand Cricket, who organized to have it fastened by Wellington-based knowledgeable Brad Teal and even picked up the invoice. Handing over the horn, Southee stated: “We did our best to try and get it fixed. “While the songs and support are usually directed in behind the visiting team, our players and everyone at the event thoroughly enjoys the atmosphere they help create.”

Source: Stuff February 23, 2023 05:21 UTC