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Ollie Robinson puts England in control after rain-hit third day against New Zealand

England moved closer to victory over New Zealand after a rain-hit third day of the first Test at Lord’s, which saw just 10 overs of play possible.

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Late double strike gives England the edge over New Zealand in first Test at Lord's

New Zealand will need another 218 runs to win the first Test against England but the hosts need seven wickets for victory after a late double-strike at the end of the second day at Lord's.

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Seam and swing dominate as England collapse on opening day at Lord's

A dramatic opening day at Lord's saw 16 wickets fall as seam and swing dominated a gripping start to the first Test. New Zealand chose to bowl and immediately justified the decision on a lively surface under overcast skies.

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New Zealand captain Tom Latham eager to unleash towering seam attack on England

Black Caps captain Tom Latham looks set to have a full-strength seam attack available for the three-Test series against England, which starts at Lord's on Thursday.

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New Zealand's Kane Williamson looking forward to final Test at 'iconic' Lord's

Kane Williamson is set to make his final appearance at Lord's as an international cricketer when New Zealand take on England in the first of three Test matches from Thursday.

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Mitchell Santner added to New Zealand squad for first Test against England

Mitchell Santner has recovered from a shoulder injury and been added to New Zealand's squad ahead of the first Test against England that starts at Lord's on Thursday.

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