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New Zealand National Cricket Team vs England National Cricket Team 1st Test 2024 Day 3 Preview: The third day of the first Test between New Zealand national cricket team vs England national cricket team is to be played on 30 November. This match between the two teams is being played at Hagley Oval in Christchurch. By the end of the second day's play, England had scored 319 runs at the loss of 5 wickets in 74 overs. The visiting team is currently 29 runs behind New Zealand. At present, for England, Harry Brook is unbeaten on 132 runs in 163 balls and Ben Stokes is unbeaten on 37 runs in 76 balls. Apart from this, Ben Duckett was out after scoring 46 runs, Jacob Bethel after scoring 10 runs and Ollie Pope after scoring 77 runs. Whereas Jack Crowley was out without opening the account. Also read: West Indies vs Bangladesh Test Stats: There is such a record between West Indies and Bangladesh in Test, see head to head statistics here, names of the players who took the most runs and wickets.
Whereas for New Zealand, Nathan Smith took the maximum of 2 wickets for 86 runs in 18 overs. Apart from this, William O'Rourke, Tim Southee and Matt Henry got 1-1 wicket. The third day is very important for both the teams. Let us tell you that on the second day the Kiwi team was reduced to 348 runs. For the Kiwi team, Glenn Phillips remained unbeaten after scoring 58 runs in 87 balls. Apart from this, Kane Williamson was out after scoring 93 runs in 197 balls and missed his century. Shoaib Bashir and Brydon Carse bowled brilliantly for England in the first innings. Shoaib Bashir took 4 wickets for 69 runs in 20 overs and Brayden Carse took 4 wickets for 64 runs in 19 overs.
Head to head record between New Zealand and England
New Zealand and England have faced each other in 112 Test matches. In which England seems to have the upper hand. England has won 52 out of 112 test matches. Whereas New Zealand has won 13 matches. Apart from this, 47 matches have been drawn. This much shows that the England team is stronger.
pitch report
According to the past record of Christchurch, the teams batting later on this ground have got the advantage. The pitch helped the fast bowlers on the first day, but it will become easier as the match progresses. During this period it became easier to bat. But as the game progresses, spinners will also play an important role. It may be easier for the team chasing the target in the fourth innings, because here 7 out of 13 matches have been won during the run chase.
Key Players on Day 3 of New Zealand vs England 1st Test: Harry Brook, Ben Stokes (captain), Chris Woakes, Gus Atkinson, Nathan Smith, Tim Southee, Matt Henry, William O'Rourke are some of the players who know how to change the course of the match. On whom everyone's eyes will be.
Players who can harass each other in Mini Battle: The clash between England's Harry Brook and William O'Rourke could be exciting. However, both the teams have a strong batting order. Which will be a big challenge for the bowlers. Apart from this, both the teams have a balanced lineup.
When will the third day of the first Test between New Zealand and England be played?
The third day of the first Test match between New Zealand and England will be played on Friday, November 30 at 3:30 am Indian time at Hagley Oval, Christchurch.
Where to watch the third day's play of the first Test between New Zealand and England?
Let us tell you that at present there is no information about the live telecast of New Zealand and England Test series on TV in India. While live streaming will be available on Amazon Prime Video and website. In such a situation, fans can enjoy the play of the second day of the first test match from here.
Playing 11 of both teams
New Zealand (Playing XI): Tom Latham (captain), Devon Conway, Kane Williamson, Rachin Ravindra, Daryl Mitchell, Tom Blundell (wicketkeeper), Glenn Phillips, Nathan Smith, Tim Southee, Matt Henry, William O'Rourke.
England (Playing XI): Zak Crawley, Ben Duckett, Jacob Bethel, Joe Root, Harry Brook, Ollie Pope (wk), Ben Stokes (c), Chris Woakes, Gus Atkinson, Brydon Carse, Shoaib Bashir
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