Chaotic England fortnight ends with huge defeat in second Test against New Zealand

England's cricket team suffered a crushing 253-run defeat against New Zealand in the second Test at The Oval, leveling the series. The match was played amidst internal team controversy regarding a curfew breach by the captain and a teammate.
Why it matters
The loss and the surrounding disciplinary issues create significant pressure on the England team ahead of the series-deciding third Test.
Figure caption, Masterclass - Henry bowls NZ to victory
The article provides a factual summary of the match results and the team's internal disciplinary situation without editorializing.
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