New Zealand scripted a sensational victory against England by one run, Left-arm bowler Neil Wagner opened up about the team’s celebrations after beating England at the Basin Reserve in Wellington.
“Someone’s nail fish-hook in my face, a couple of holes in my shoes with few legs sticking in, these are the moments that stay with life forever – not 5 wickets or whatever,” Wagner was quoted as saying by The Indian Express.
Great character from the team to keep fighting: Wagner
“Too much went through my head. Gosh! All the things that go at the top of the mark. What ball to bowl, they needed 2 runs. Should I pitch it (up) and be at his stumps? You just stick to your guns. Keep thinking about getting that glove or catches in play. It just came off. Great character from the team to keep fighting,” he added.
“It’s about summing up the conditions. There is a period where you go at him, take risks, and see if you can do this (bouncing at Stokes) — and buy a wicket. They needed runs, but they also know they can get out. When you get wickets, it makes it hard for the next guy to start. It’s about summing up the conditions,” Wagner explained while referring to the dismissals of Ben Stokes and Joe Root in quick succession.
