ICC Champions Trophy 2017: England vs New Zealand, 5 Talking Points

#3 Jake Ball’s sensational spell at the start of the Kiwi innings

Jake Ball was sensational at the start

Jake Ball started off with two maiden overs and troubled the Kiwi batsmen with consistent bounce and swing. Moreover, he picked up the early wicket of Luke Ronchi (0) on the fourth ball of his very first over.

He hit consistent lengths and utilised the conditions very well to generate swing that troubled the Kiwi top order. He was absolutely sensational in his first couple of overs as the Kiwi batsmen could score off none of the deliveries.

That spell prevented New Zealand getting the momentum they needed at the start to chase down such a big total. He finished with fabulous figures of 8-2-31-2 in what was a Man of the Match-winning spell.