Tom Blundell shines as wicketkeeper in New Zealand's dominant win over England
Tom Blundell excelled as a wicketkeeper in New Zealand's 253-run victory over England at the Oval last week. His aggressive stance behind the stumps pressured batters, exemplified by Daryl Mitchell's catch after a deflection from Harry Brook. Blundell's performance underscored the evolving role of wicketkeepers in modern cricket.
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Published 24 Jun 2026, 09:00 UTC · Updated 24 Jun 2026, 09:10 UTC
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