New Zealand dominated Zimbabwe, securing their largest-ever Test victory by an innings and 359 runs, completing a 2-0 series sweep. Debutant Zakary Foulkes starred with a remarkable 9-75, setting a new record for a New Zealand bowler on debut. Zimbabwe struggled against New Zealand's pace attack, succumbing to their lowest series total, highlighting the gulf between the two teams.
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