Australia took a 1-0 lead after the first test and the second test will start on the 8th of March at Hagley Oval. Here, we analyse the betting opportunities for the test.
This is a 2 match test series and Australia need to avoid defeat to wrap up the series.
1st Test Recap
New Zealand won the toss and elected to bowl first. Australia had a solid start with the bat, thanks to a decent opening partnership, followed by an outstanding 174-run performance from Cameron Green, putting them in a commanding position. However, a 5-wicket haul from Matt Henry halted Australia’s scoring spree, bowling them out for 383 in the 116th over.
New Zealand’s batting innings got off to a rocky start, losing 5 wickets before reaching the 30-run mark. Glenn Phillips then injected some life into the side with a spirited 71 off 70 balls. However, New Zealand was eventually dismissed for 179 runs, with Nathan Lyon being the standout bowler, claiming 4 wickets in just eight overs.
Australia faced challenges at the beginning of their second batting innings, losing two wickets within the first five overs. Nathan Lyon, however, played a crucial innings with 41 runs, stabilizing the batting and shifting momentum back in their favour. Despite Glenn Phillips’ impressive bowling performance, taking five wickets in 16 overs, Australia managed to reach a total of 164 runs in their second innings, setting a daunting target of 369 runs for New Zealand.
With a formidable task at hand, New Zealand needed a remarkable performance to salvage the match. Unfortunately, they fell short, with Ravindra being their top scorer with 59 runs. Nathan Lyon once again proved to be a thorn in their side, claiming 6 wickets as New Zealand was bowled out for just 196 runs in 65 overs.
Australia secured a convincing 172-run victory and taking a 1-0 lead in the series.
2nd TEST BETTING – Click here to bet
New Zealand 3.80
Draw 7.00
Australia 1.50
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Suggested Bet: New Zealand to be under 22.5 runs before the first dismissal in the first innings at 1.85
New Zealand have looked vulnerable at the top of the order and I am betting another early wicket is on the cards for Australia.
Suggested Bet: Nathan Lyon Top Australian bowler in the first innings at 3.50
After his impressive 11-wicket performance in the last match, Lyon carries great form into this one and I am backing him to be amongst the wickets again.
Note: All prices correct at the time of writing but are subject to change
