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Zak Foulkes Steps Up in Crisis | Auckland News

The Black Caps pulled off a stunning series win against England, clinching it 2-1 with a massive 160-run victory in the final Test — despite missing key players like Matt Henry and Glenn Phillips. In the heat of a brutal heatwave on a tough pitch, Nathan Smith, Will ORourke, and Zak Foulkes stepped up heroically. Foulkes, who started as twelfth man, became New Zealand’s first concussion substitute in Test history after Blair Tickner was hit — and then delivered the ultimate twist by dismissing Ben Stokes twice in his final international appearance. He also batted brilliantly, supporting Daryl…

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