Devine, Green Lead NZ to 14‑Run Win Over England
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- Sophie Devine and Maddy Green combined for a 159‑run fifth‑wicket partnership, the second‑highest ever in T20I cricket, taking New Zealand from 11‑4 to 170‑5 and securing a 14‑run win that leveled the series 1‑1.
- England were restricted to 156‑6 in their chase, ending New Zealand’s eight‑game losing streak against England.
- Nensi Patel claimed back‑to‑back wickets in the 16th over, dismissing Maia Bouchier and Heather Knight, which triggered England’s collapse to 119‑4.
- Charlie Dean said the loss hurt after a strong start and praised Devine and Green’s partnership, underscoring the value of set batters in the final overs.
- Sky Sports will broadcast the series decider at Hove on Monday 25 May at 2.30 pm, the final T20I that will decide the series.
- Lea Tahuhu delivered economical death‑overs (1‑32) for New Zealand, helping to seal the 14‑run victory.
Why it matters: New Zealand’s win restores confidence ahead of the upcoming World Cup and breaks a prolonged losing run against England, while England’s inability to chase a modest total highlights deficiencies in their middle‑order and death bowling, prompting reassessment before their next series.
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