In the opening match of the 50-over World Cup, New Zealand defeated defending champions England by nine wickets. Devon Conway and Rachin Ravindra pla
In the opening match of the 50-over World Cup, New Zealand defeated defending champions England by nine wickets. Devon Conway and Rachin Ravindra played pivotal roles, smashing unbeaten centuries to help New Zealand successfully chase down a 283-run target set by England with 13.4 overs to spare. New Zealand’s bowlers earlier restricted England to 282-9, despite their typically strong batting lineup. England’s batters struggled to form substantial partnerships, and Matt Henry took 3 wickets for New Zealand. This victory marked a rematch of the thrilling 2019 final, which England won on a boundary countback rule. New Zealand showcased its ability to perform exceptionally well in major cricket events.
