England has established a commanding lead of 533 runs in their second innings against New Zealand at the Wellington Test, as they reached 378/5 by the end of Day 2. This impressive performance comes on the back of a solid first innings total of 280, giving them a significant advantage in the match.
The day saw notable contributions from England’s batsmen, with both Ben Duckett and Harry Brook missing out on centuries but playing crucial roles in building the lead. Duckett scored 89 runs, while Brook added 77, demonstrating England’s batting depth and resilience. Their partnership helped set the tone for a strong second innings.
New Zealand, struggling to contain the English batting lineup, will face a daunting task ahead as they attempt to chase down an imposing target. The visitors will need to regroup quickly to avoid further damage and hope for a turnaround in fortunes.
With England leading the three-match series 1-0, they are eager to secure a series victory and capitalize on their current momentum. As Day 3 approaches, all eyes will be on whether New Zealand can mount a comeback or if England will continue to dominate the proceedings in this thrilling Test encounter.