Mitchell and Blundell rescue New Zealand once again on Day 1 at Headingley

Day one of the third Test between England and New Zealand at Headingley kept in line with the theme of the series as Daryl Mitchell and Tom Blundell rescued the visitors once again after an early collapse. Mitchell and Blundell joined at the crease when New Zealand were in a spot of bother at 123 […]

Mitchell, Blundell share century partnership as New Zealand end day one on top

New Zealand piled on the runs on day one of the second Test against England at Trent Bridge as the visitors ended the day in a strong position at 318 for four. It was the familiar duo of Daryl Mitchell and Tom Blundell who combined to frustrate England once again, with the pair scoring half-centuries […]

Joe Root century powers England to 1-0 lead against New Zealand

The Ben Stokes-Brendon McCullum era got off to a perfect start as England toppled the inaugural ICC World Test Championship winner’s New Zealand by five wickets in the opening Test of the series at Lord’s. After falling behind on day two, the hosts hit back on the third morning to dismiss New Zealand for 285 […]

Daryl Mitchell, Tom Blundell share century stand as New Zealand seize control on day two

After being bowled out for 132 on day one, New Zealand staged an incredible comeback on day two of the first Test against England at Lord’s. The visitors dismissed England for just 141 in the morning to concede a nine-run lead before ending the day on 236 for four as Daryl Mitchell (97* off 188) […]