The New Zealand cricket team have put themselves in a strong position to win the second Test against England after a remarkable comeback in the second innings. Tom Latham, the New Zealand captain, believes that a win is definitely on the table after his team’s impressive performance.
The second Test began with England in the driving seat, having won the first Test and taken a first innings lead of over 200 runs. However, New Zealand fought back in the second innings, with Latham leading the way with a brilliant century. His innings of 103 was the cornerstone of New Zealand’s total of 476, which gave them a lead of over 200 runs.
Latham was delighted with the way his team had responded to the pressure of the first Test. “We knew we had to come out and put in a performance in the second innings,” he said. “We had to show that we could fight back and that’s exactly what we did. We showed a lot of character and determination and I’m really proud of the way we responded.”
The New Zealand captain believes that his team are now in a strong position to win the Test. “We’ve put ourselves in a great position to win this Test,” he said. “We’ve got a lead of over 200 runs and we’ve got two days to bowl England out. We’ve got a great chance of winning this Test and that’s what we’re aiming for.”
Latham was also full of praise for his bowlers, who have been impressive throughout the Test. “Our bowlers have been outstanding,” he said. “They’ve been consistent and they’ve put the pressure on England. We’ve got a great chance of winning this Test and that’s what we’re aiming for.”
The New Zealand captain is confident that his team can go on and win the Test. “We’ve put ourselves in a great position to win this Test,” he said. “We’ve got a lead of over 200 runs and we’ve got two days to bowl England out. We’ve got a great chance of winning this Test and that’s what we’re aiming for.”