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[Watch] Matt Henry's 'Ball For The Ages' Brings Cameron Green On His Knees

New Zealand's Matt Henry in action after bowling Green out (x.com)New Zealand's Matt Henry in action after bowling Green out (x.com)

In an exhilarating display of cricket on the first day of the second Test at Hagley Oval, Christchurch, Australia faced New Zealand in a gripping encounter.

The Australian team, opting to bowl first upon winning the toss, showcased a remarkable performance by restricting New Zealand to a modest total of 162 runs. Josh Hazlewood was the star for Australia, claiming five wickets and putting the Black Caps on the back foot.

Meanwhile from the Kiwis front, it was Henry who became the center of attention with a delivery that not only claimed the wicket of Cameron Green, the century-maker from the first Test but also might be remembered as the ball of the series.

Green, who was looking solid after scoring 25 runs off 40 balls, faced Henry in the 27th over's last delivery. Henry, with a display of exceptional bowling throughout the over, delivered a masterpiece that perfectly illustrated why cricket is such a beloved sport.

The delivery, a touch full in length and seaming in with a wobble seam, nipped in just after pitching. Green, caught off-guard and playing from the crease, left a tiny yet fatal gap between bat and pad. 

The ball skillfully beat the inside edge and made its way to the top of the off-stump, marking an end to Green's innings and showcasing Henry's bowling finesse.


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His impeccable ability to move the ball both ways and his final delivery to Green — a perfect mix of length, seam movement, and tact — highlighted the intensity and competitiveness of the match.

Matt Henry, riding high on confidence, finished day 1 with three crucial wickets under his belt, leaving Australia at 124/4 and trailing by 38 runs.