Ajaz Patel

NZ chase 275 to win first Sri Lanka Test after Patel bags six

New Zealand spinner Ajaz Patel took 6-90 to dismiss Sri Lanka for 309 on day four of the first Test on Sunday with the visitors chasing 275 to win in Galle.

Patel praises Bangladesh spinners

New Zealand left-arm pacer Ajaz Patel credited Bangladesh spinners, particularly Taijul Islam, pointing out that it wasn't just the turning wicket in Sylhet but the Tigers' spin attack that has put the hosts in a favourable position to clinch the first Test.

September 22, 2024
September 22, 2024

NZ chase 275 to win first Sri Lanka Test after Patel bags six

New Zealand spinner Ajaz Patel took 6-90 to dismiss Sri Lanka for 309 on day four of the first Test on Sunday with the visitors chasing 275 to win in Galle.

December 1, 2023
December 1, 2023

Patel praises Bangladesh spinners

New Zealand left-arm pacer Ajaz Patel credited Bangladesh spinners, particularly Taijul Islam, pointing out that it wasn't just the turning wicket in Sylhet but the Tigers' spin attack that has put the hosts in a favourable position to clinch the first Test.