wicket

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Ollie Robinson marked his comeback with best Test figures of 5-39, taking the final wicket as New Zealand were bowled out for 113 in their first innings - an England advantage of 27.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

Bashir has not played for England since the third Test against India on this ground last July, when he took the final wicket to win a thrilling contest despite having broken a finger.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

Wong immediately delivered the wicket as England showed glimpses of fighting back, but their lack of control after Bell's opening burst proved too costly.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

Devine was the fourth wicket to fall as the White Ferns' middle order melted quicker than an ice cream in the 27C heat, collapsing from 29-1 to 33-6.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

At the churchyard wicket he stopped: he discovered I was quite out of breath.

From "Jane Eyre" by Charlotte Brontë