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Cricket: NZ wins thrilling test

Written by  Sporty Sam 12 December 2011
New Zealand broke an 18-year drought with a thrilling seven-run cricket victory over Australia in Hobart today.

Australia, chasing 241 to wrap up a 2-0 series win were dismissed for 233 when last man Nathan Lyon, after adding 34 with undefeated opener David Warner, was bowled by Black Caps seamer Doug Bracewell to nail the win. Bracewell finished with best test figures, six for 40 in just his third test. Warner played an outstanding hand to bat through the innings and finish on 123 not out off 170 balls.

The day began with Australia 72 without loss, needing a further 169. Instead the day turned into a disaster for the hosts, and unconfined delight for New Zealand. While Bracewell, who took nine for 60 in the match, led the way, his three fast-medium mates, Chris Martin, Tim Southee and Trent Boult all made important contributions. It is New Zealand's eighth test win from 52 tests against Australia, and the first since Eden Park in March 1993.

article sourced from NZ HERALD - http://www.nzherald.co.nz/sport/news/article.cfm?c_id=4&objectid=10772764

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+1 #1 Benjamin 2012-02-08 15:48
the black caps put in a gr8 effort
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