Wellington [New Zealand], March 1 (ANI): Glenn Phillips’ counterattacking knock and Matt Henry’s 34-ball 42 entertained amid collapses of New Zealand’s first innings on Day 2 as a terrific bowling performance from Nathan Lyon, seamers helped Australia take a 217-run lead in challenging conditions at Basin Reserve on Friday. With a compelling Day 3 awaiting, at the time of Stumps Australia’s score read 13/2 – lead by 217 runs – with Usman Khawaja (5) and Nathan Lyon (6) standing unbeaten at the crease. Australia’s near-perfect day was marred by loss of early wickets as Blackcaps skipper Tim Sou…
