Watch the brilliant and composed innings of New Zealand’s legendary opener John Wright, who scored a valuable 59 runs off 79 balls in 99 minutes, hitting 6 classy boundaries and 1 big six against Pakistan in the 3rd ODI at Auckland on March 11, 1989.
In a crucial match, Wright partnered with Andrew Jones to build a strong opening stand of 94 runs, setting the stage for a competitive total of 249 runs. Although Pakistan chased the target and won by 7 wickets with 9 balls remaining, Wright’s innings stood out as a shining example of vintage Kiwi grit, technique, and timing.
Relive this forgotten gem from the archives and witness the elegance of John Wright in full flow during New Zealand's golden era.
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