In the second Test between NZ and AUS, New Zealand's late bowling fireworks created turbulence for Australia's run chase.
Australia's captain, Pat Cummins, exhibited his bowling prowess by securing a notable 4-62 in the second innings after tea. The visitors, already holding a 1-0 lead in the two-match series following last week's victory in Wellington, effectively dismissed the Black Caps for a total of 372.
At the conclusion of day three in the second Test in Christchurch on Sunday, Australia found themselves 202 runs away from victory with six wickets in hand. New Zealand seized momentum with some late bowling fireworks.
After day three in Christchurch, Australia, with 202 runs to win and six wickets left, faces New Zealand's late bowling brilliance that dismissed the Black Caps for 372, setting the stage for an intriguing finish.
In the thrilling last 90 minutes, home seamers Matt Henry and debutant Ben Sears took crucial wickets, yet Australia closed the day at 77-4. Mitchell Marsh (27*) and Travis Head (17*) aim to pursue the 279-run target on Monday.
Reviewing the day, Black Caps opener Tom Latham expressed satisfaction, acknowledging his team's resilience with the bat and the bowlers' effectiveness in having Australia four down, 200 runs behind.
Despite promising starts, no Black Caps batter managed a three-figure score in the second innings. Cummins' morning breakthrough, dismissing Latham for 73 with a review, added 21 runs to New Zealand's overnight tally of 134-2.
