England dominate NZ after Brook, Stokes knocks: 1st Test, Day 3 (Christchurch)

Allrounder Chris Woakes took two crucial wickets in two balls to jolt New Zealand on the third day in Christchurch.

Trailing by 151 runs as they began their second innings, New Zealand lost wickets at regular intervals to end at 155-6 as England increased their advantage.

Earlier, Harry Brook (171) added 159 with Ben Stokes (80) to frustrate the Kiwis. Stokes then shared 63 and 40 run partnerships with Gus Atkinson and Carse respectively, taking England to 499.

New Zealand 348 (Williamson 93, Phillips 58*, Carse 4-64, Bashir 4-69) and 155 for 6 (Mitchell 31*, Smith 1*) lead England 499 (Brook 171, Stokes 80, Pope 77, Henry 4-84) by four runs.

Nov 2024