Gay reaches fifty then falls in bizarre fashion
England opener Emilio Gay scored a patient 53 in the second Test against New Zealand at The Oval, but was caught in bizarre circumstances the very next ball after reaching his half-century, leaving England at 142-3.
England opener Emilio Gay played a patient innings of 53 in the second Test match against New Zealand at The Oval. However, his stay at the crease ended in strange circumstances.
Having reached his half-century, Gay was caught out on the very next delivery in what was described as a bizarre dismissal. The wicket left England struggling at 142 for three in their first innings.
The match is the second Test of the series between England and New Zealand. Despite Gay's steady contribution, his immediate departure after the milestone put pressure on the hosts.
