Mason, Martin and Daniel Vettori had all helped themselves to two wickets, but the most miserly bowler was Oram, whose seven overs cost just 12.

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Benitez is hoping his experience can assist the development of the younger defenders in his squad, such as Martin Kelly and Daniel Ayala.

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