New Zealand Seal Historic Test Win Over Zimbabwe

New Zealand achieved their largest-ever Test victory by defeating Zimbabwe by an innings and 359 runs in Bulawayo, sweeping the series 2-0 for the third-biggest innings win in Test history. Centuries by Devon Conway (153), Rachin Ravindra (165*), and Henry Nicholls (150*) set up a dominant total, while debutant Zakary Foulkes took a record 9 wickets—the best match figures by a New Zealander on debut. Zimbabwe were bowled out for 125 and 117, with Nick Welch's unbeaten 47 their only resistance in the second innings, resulting in their heaviest defeat and sixth consecutive Test loss. New Zealand's bowlers and record partnerships highlighted the gulf between the teams, with a rare difference of over 180 between batting and bowling averages. Stand-in captain Mitchell Santner praised his team's execution and resilience. The result underscores New Zealand's depth and Zimbabwe's continuing struggles in Test cricket.