NZ vs ENG: Stuart Broad stuns Black Caps on Test return

Broad's spell began with the wicket of Devon Conway, who was clean bowled through the gate attempting an ambitious drive.

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Stuart Broad's incredible performance in the ongoing Test match between England and New Zealand has once again highlighted his class as a fast bowler. The 36-year-old seamer claimed four crucial wickets to leave the Black Caps reeling at 28-5, chasing a mammoth 394 to win the game.

Broad's spell began with the wicket of Devon Conway, who was clean bowled through the gate attempting an ambitious drive. The wicket took Broad and James Anderson’s combined tally as a pair to 1002 wickets in 133 Tests that the duo has played together, surpassing the previous record of 1001 wickets held by Glenn McGrath and Shane Warne for Australia.

The dismissal of Kane Williamson was a thing of beauty as Broad's delivery nipped back to take the top of off stump, leaving the New Zealand captain with no answer. Broad then claimed the wicket of Tom Latham, who was also bowled through the gate, shortly after being dropped by Zak Crawley in the slip cordon.

Broad's fourth and final wicket of the innings was in the form of Tom Blundell, who had scored a century in the first innings. The seamer once again shattered the stumps with a brilliant delivery to leave the hosts in a dire situation.

The impact of Broad's spell cannot be overstated. His ability to swing the ball both ways and extract pace and bounce from the pitch made him almost unplayable. His experience and guile were on full display as he tore apart the New Zealand top-order with precision and skill.

Highly dominating England close to wrapping-up the match

England's dominance in the match owes a great deal to Broad's performance. His spell has put the visitors in a commanding position, and they are now on the brink of their first Test win in New Zealand since 2008. The victory would be a testament to the partnership of Anderson and Broad, who have been the backbone of England's bowling attack for over a decade.

Broad's performance will go down as one of the highlights of the match and will be remembered for years to come.

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