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A full circle moment for New Zealand cricketer Jacob Duffy as he gets set for a long-awaited moment

A full circle moment for New Zealand cricketer Jacob Duffy as he gets set for a long-awaited moment

7 August 2025

After remodelling Duffy's action eight years ago as his coach at Otago - new Black Caps coach Rob Walter has now selected the Southland fast bowler for a test debut.

Ahead of New Zealand's second match against Zimbabwe starting in Bulawayo tonight - Duffy says coaches like Walter have been instrumental in achieving his test dream.

First ball tonight's set for 8 o'clock.

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