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England challenged to dig in as they bid to battle back against New Zealand

The tourists made a formidable first-innings score of 553 but England’s batsman made a positive start in their response

The Independent UK · Jun 11, 2022

Ollie Pope and Alex Lees lead England fightback after New Zealand pile up record total in second Test

Ollie Pope led England's fightback against New Zealand in the second Test at Trent Bridge.

Evening Standard · Jun 11, 2022

Alex Lees and Ollie Pope steady England after New Zealand build handsome lead

The pair saw England to the close on 90 for one in reply to the tourists’ 553

The Independent UK · Jun 11, 2022

New Zealand take charge of second Test with England left to rue missed chances

The tourists cantered to 318 for four at Trent Bridge, with four dropped catches in the field leaving Ben Stokes frustrated

The Guardian - UK · Jun 10, 2022

Wind taken out of England’s sails as sloppy first day allows New Zealand to build second Test advantage

At Lord’s, England won their first game under Brendon McCullum and Ben Stokes. Their performance was far from perfect, but on the whole their seamers were superb and their fielding was almost flawless. They were rightly pleased with it and praised for it.

Evening Standard · Jun 10, 2022

Ben Stokes and James Anderson halt New Zealand progress at Trent Bridge

England elected to bowl after winning the toss.

The Independent UK · Jun 10, 2022

England vs New Zealand: Five things we learned from first Test at Lord’s

Former skipper Joe Root was the star for the hosts

The Independent UK · Jun 6, 2022

Joe Root shines and Ben Stokes gets reprieve as England reach strong position

Stokes made his way quickly to 54, while Root was authoritative at the crease, hitting an unbeaten 77.

The Independent UK · Jun 4, 2022

6 talking points including England's team hat-trick and Ben Stokes' lucky reprieve

England need 61 runs to win the first Test against New Zealand at Lord's, with Joe Root on 77 not out after yet another chaotic day of Test cricket

Daily Mirror · Jun 4, 2022

Joe Root holds the key for England as first Test hangs in the balance after dramatic day

The first Test between England and New Zealand is heading for an exciting finish, with Ben Stokes' side needing 61 runs to win with five wickets in hand

Daily Mirror · Jun 4, 2022