New Zealand lead by 204 runs with 7 wickets remaining after a dramatic third day at Trent Bridge, where an increasingly uneven pitch has given the visitors a significant advantage in the decisive Test.
Ben Duckett's rapid 113 and Jacob Bethell's unbeaten 74 helped England reach 223/2, trailing New Zealand by 215 overnight. England's fightback, led by Ben Stokes' bowling, kept the tourists to 438 all out after a strong start.
England responded strongly on day two of the third Test against New Zealand at Trent Bridge. Ben Duckett scored 113 and Jacob Bethell 74* as England closed on 223-2, trailing by 215 runs. Earlier, Ben Stokes took 4-70 to help dismiss New Zealand for 438.
New Zealand reached 361 for four on the opening day of their match against England at Trent Bridge, with Devon Conway scoring 157. The team lost four wickets in the final 12 overs after being 317 without loss.
England's assistant coach Tim Southee believes the team can leverage memories of their remarkable 2022 Trent Bridge Test victory against New Zealand to turn around the current series decider. Despite New Zealand's strong start, England fought back with late wickets, while New Zealand's assistant coach Luke Ronchi dismisses the relevance of the 2022 match.
England's Test match against New Zealand at Trent Bridge was marked by extreme heat, with limited shade and fan facilities. Spinner Shoaib Bashir had a mixed day, taking wickets but also conceding runs, and benefiting from a missed lbw review of Devon Conway.
New Zealand dominated the first day of the third Test against England at Trent Bridge, reaching 361 for four with centuries from Tom Latham (151) and Devon Conway (157). Their record 317-run opening stand put England in strife, despite late wickets from Gus Atkinson and Jofra Archer.
England has made four changes to their playing XI for the third Test against New Zealand, with captain Ben Stokes and pacer Gus Atkinson returning. Jamie Smith and Shoaib Bashir are also recalled. The changes follow a significant defeat in the second Test.
Ben Stokes has returned to the England cricket squad after discussions with head coach Brendon McCullum, who described the recent events as a "blip". The pair met for over an hour to clear the air regarding reports of a rift, with McCullum expressing strong support for Stokes. Stokes is back in the XI for the third Test against New Zealand.
Captain Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson have been recalled to England's squad for the third Test against New Zealand after a disciplinary hearing concluded. They were suspended for the second Test due to a curfew breach at a London nightclub.
England coach Brendon McCullum confirmed Ben Stokes is expected to captain the team in the third Test against New Zealand. Stokes and Gus Atkinson were withdrawn from county matches after breaking curfew but Stokes has been playing for Durham, scoring 95 runs. An ECB investigation is ongoing.
New Zealand secured a commanding 253-run victory over an inexperienced England in the second Test at The Oval. Matt Henry's exceptional bowling performance, including a career-best 11 wickets, dismantled England's chase, leveling the three-match series at 1-1 and setting up a decisive final Test.
New Zealand defeated England by 253 runs in the second Test at The Oval, leveling the three-match series at 1-1. Matt Henry's career-best figures of 11-109 were instrumental in England's collapse on the final day, setting up a decisive third Test at Trent Bridge.
New Zealand defeated England by 253 runs in the second Test at The Oval, leveling the three-match series at 1-1. Matt Henry's career-best figures of 11-109, including 6-29 in the second innings, dismantled England's chase.
New Zealand established a dominant position on day three of the second Test against England, reaching 252 for three and leading by 352 runs. Henry Nicholls scored an unbeaten 119 and Rachin Ravindra added 76, grinding down England's attack. England's batting collapsed earlier, setting up a likely series decider.
Ben Stokes may return as England captain for the third Test against New Zealand next week, as an investigation into a nightclub incident progresses. Stokes and Gus Atkinson broke curfew, and while unavailable for the second Test, a path for their return is reportedly clearing.
England's 'Bazball' approach, heralded by a 2022 comeback win, faces renewed scrutiny after a dismal 140 all out against New Zealand at Lord's. Despite difficult conditions, the team's volatile performance raises doubts about the long-term viability of the strategy and its impact on player development.
Jeremy Coney recounts a humorous incident involving Phil Edmonds' watch during a 1986 Test match in England. He also discusses the 'Ilford Seconds' slur from England captain Mike Gatting and how his semi-professional New Zealand team embraced it, ultimately winning their first Test series in England.
