19 Oct 2023

Black Caps continue winning ways at World Cup

From Morning Report, 7:55 am on 19 October 2023

The Black Caps have eased past Afghanistan this morning, keeping their perfect record and also boosting their net-run-rate, which could be crucial at the back-end of the tournament.

Batting first, the Black Caps posted 288 for 6 in their 50 overs, with Glenn Phillips top-scoring with 71, opener Will Young and captain Tom Latham also posted half centuries.

In reply, Afghanistan were bowled out for 139, fast bowler Lockie Ferguson and spinner Mitchell Santner both picked up three wickets.

It was New Zealand's fourth match of the World Cup in India, and they seem to be well placed to progress to the semi-finals as other teams have faltered.

Former Black Cap Ronnie Hira spoke to Corin Dann.