NZ vs ENG 1st Test Day 3 Updates for England tour of New Zealand, 2024
On the third day of the first test in Christchurch between New Zealand and England, the Brits are on the brink of victory in the first Test. With Chris Woakes, Brydon Carse, and Harry Brook delivering strong performances on day three in Christchurch. New Zealand is struggling at 155-6, leading by just four runs. So let’s take a look at NZ vs ENG 1st Test Day 3 Match Updates.
Woakes claimed three wickets, including the crucial stint from Kane Williamson (61), followed by Tom Blundell’s (0) dismissal on the next delivery. Carse was also impressive with three wickets, with New Zealand’s lower order in trouble, England is on track to take a 1-0 lead in the three-match series.
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England Fight Back with Brook’s Ton on Day 2
New Zealand were bowled out for 348 on day two of the first Test, adding just 29 runs to their overnight score. Brydon Carse impressed with 4/64, taking two wickets in the morning session. England’s reply struggled early, losing Zak Crawley, debutant Jacob Bethell, and Joe Root cheaply.
Ben Duckett’s 46 put England at 71/4, but Harry Brook played a brilliant knock, finishing unbeaten on 132*, supported by Ollie Pope’s 77. Their 145-run partnership helped England reach 319/5, just 29 runs behind New Zealand. Brook was dropped four times but turned the match in England’s favor.
England Sailing Away For 1st Test Win
On day 3 of the 1st test, England took control of the innings with a 151-run first-innings lead, ending New Zealand’s innings at 499. New Zealand is struggling at 62-2 in their second innings, trailing by 89 runs. Kane Williamson (26) and Rachin Ravindra (23*) fought to build a partnership.
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Ben Stokes stacked 80, while Brydon Carse (33) and Gus Atkinson (48) added valuable runs. Matt Henry was New Zealand’s top bowler, taking 4/84, and Nathan Smith took 3/141. England’s dominant day left New Zealand battling to stay in the match.
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