New Zealand hit back with the bat on day three

New Zealand produced an impressive fightback on day three of the second Test against England as the hosts showed some much-needed resistance with the bat at the Bay Oval in Wellington. Tim Southee provided some entertainment to the home crowd with his 49-ball 73 in the second innings before the Kiwi top order worked towards […]

Root, Anderson star as England dominate on day two

England extended their dominance on day two of the second Test against New Zealand at the Bay Oval in Wellington. The visitors piled on the runs before declaring on 435 for eight as Joe Root finished with a sublime, unbeaten 153. James Anderson wreaked havoc with the new ball, while Jack Leach spun his way […]

Brook, Root centuries power England on day one

England followed up their impressive victory in Mount Maunganui with another destructive batting performance on day one of the second Test against New Zealand at the Basin Reserve in Wellington. Bazball was in full flow as Harry Brook continued his form from the first Test of the series, smashing 24 fours and five sixes in […]