England v New Zealand: third men’s cricket Test, day one - live
England faces a difficult challenge in the third cricket Test against New Zealand after the visitors posted a strong first-day score of 361 for four. Captain Ben Stokes is under pressure to lead a comeback to save the series.
Why it matters
This match is a critical decider for England's cricket team, which is currently navigating a period of transition and performance scrutiny.
Ben Stokes cut a relieved figure when his press conference before this third Test against New Zealand belatedly veered away from his recent absence for disciplinary reasons and into his favourite memories of Trent Bridge.
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