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.

After New Zealand declared overnight, with a lead of 476, Zimbabwe were bowled out in 28.1 overs in an extended first session

New Zealand bowlers were led by debutant Zakary Foulkes who finished with 5/37 in the second innings. His overall Test figure (9/75) were also the best by a New Zealand bowler on Test debut. Matt Henry, who had a five-for in the first innings, finished with 16 wickets in the series at an average of merely 9.12.