Zim vs nz: fans react while New Zealand dominates day 1 with the Matt Henry commander stand and openers in the second test

From the very first, New Zealand Complete control exercised on Zimbabwe Day 1 of the second test in Bulawayo. The tone was set by Matt Henrywho delivered a masterclass in the sewing bowling Zakary Foulkeswho supported him with implacable energy and assault. Zimbabwe’s decision to fight first suffered from the beginning when they folded for only 125 on a surface that had something for the quieurs but demanded the discipline of the strikers. In response, New Zealand openers have made a different game look like a stick. Devon Conway And Will Young Calmly dismantled the Zimbabwean attack, building an opening stand of 162 points which underlined the Gulf between the two parties. The Kiwis ended the day on 174/1, already in advance and looking to beat the Zimbabwe of the match.

Matt Henry’s ruthless burst dismantles a range of fragile Zimbabweans

Henry produced a rapid quick bowl spell that left Zimbabwe in shock during the morning session. With an impeccable line and length, he struck early to remove Kevin Kasuza And Milton ShumbaGive the tone to what would be a relentless examination of technique and temperament. Henry has exploited a subtle movement out of sewing and an occasional additional rebound to ensure that strikers guess.

After Brendan Taylor Offered a brief resistance with a compound 44, the average order collapsed under pressure. Beginners Foulkes have aggravated the misery of Zimbabwe with four fast strikes, including an intelligent trap to reject the dangerous Wessly Madhevere. The post-lunch session saw Zimbabwe lose 7 lookouts for only 42 points while going from 83/3 to 125 all. The final figures of 5 for 40 of Henry testified to his control, the assault and his relentless survey. Zimbabwe’s striker lacked application and technique against high -quality attack, with only We are happyis undefeated 33 showing a little fight in the middle of the ruins.

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Devon Conway and Young build a monumental response, Bat Zimbabwe out of discord

After the demolition of Zimbabwe’s striker, New Zealand’s response with the bat was a masterclass in controlled aggression. Conway and Young have set up a transparent partnership of 162 points which completely canceled any momentum that the hosts hoped to generate with the ball. Conway was calm and precise, leaving well and punishing cowardly deliveries with chic discs and shifts, creating a 79 invainly by strains.

At the other end, Young showed an intention early, dominating Zimbabwean Pacers and sending something short or wide with authority. Its compound 74 came out of only 101 balls and included a chain of limits that pierced the field with elegance. Their stand has not only erased the example of Zimbabwe, but established a psychological above. The lonely breakthrough arrived late during the day when Young bordered a behind, but at that time, the damage was caused. With nine counters still intact and an advance already at 49 years old, New Zealand is firmly in charge, about to build a gigantic total and potentially seal the series by a round.

Here’s how fans reacted:

Matt Henry will be fun to watch in England next year … Although Zak Crawley can disagree … #Zimvnz

– Innocent full (@innobystander) August 7, 2025

Privilege to look at the 🇳🇿 Bol. It’s like moving poetry.

Matt Henry shows us why he is the 4th bowler in the world in the world.

Unplayable.

🇿🇼🇿🇼🇿🇼

– Ilv85 Win $ liz 🇿🇼🏏🥇 (@ danielsson85) August 7, 2025

The great shape of Matt Henry with the ball continued with its 6th five gates while Zim was released for 125

The new boy Zak Foulkes had an excellent start to test career with 4-38#Zimvnz pic.twitter.com/ucr0ujluw6

– ThepoppingCrease (@poppingcreasesa) August 7, 2025

As expected Matt Henry obtains another transport of 5 counters against Zimbabwe 😅😅😅🤣 https://t.co/ebww7sumrn

– We believe_j (@tadajara) August 7, 2025

I am already doing …

Matt Henry took another transport of five counters for New Zealand 🇳🇿#Weasomerset pic.twitter.com/mdjjlxm199

– Somerset Cricket (@somersetccc) August 7, 2025

Another transport of 5 counters for Matt Henry (5-40) in Bulawayo!

Four counters for the beginner Zak Foulkes (4-38) and a first test window for the beginner Matt Fisher (1-16).

Direct and free in NZ on Threenow 📺 Scring live | #Zimvnz #Cricketation 📷 = Zimbabwe… pic.twitter.com/gtwl6ndtvk

– Blackcaps (@blackcaps) August 7, 2025

Watch the Zimbabwe VS NZ test match here.
Zimbabwe bowling bowlings have not yet taken a counter and their fans singing popcaan ah only man she wants 😂

– Shaun with a U 🇹🇹 (@ shaunks17) August 7, 2025

Zimbabwe has obtained test matches with so much effort, but they play badly.#Zimvsz

– Mr. ATHAR NOT ALI KHAN 🇮🇳🏏 (@CRICDRIGS) August 7, 2025

I would love to look @Blackcaps Make a quick 200 in about 30 overs maximum, then declare. Then, Zimbabwe again today to make this first test match ending day 1.

– Calculation lover (@ calculation_1989) August 7, 2025

Total dominance of New Zealand on day 1 in Bulawayo! 🇳🇿🔥

Matt Henry has torn the Zimbabwe programming, bringing them together for only 125. 🎯

Then, the operators Devon Conway and Young stacked misery with a solid opening stand of 162 points. 💪🏼🏏

New Zealand end of day 1 with a… pic.twitter.com/xoj0rijud6

– Crickettimes.com (@CricketTimeMeshq) August 7, 2025

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