Skip to main content
See every side of every news story
Published loading...Updated

New Zealand 36-3 Chasing 254 After England Removes Williamson Late on Day Two

England set a target of 254 after a late collapse, and New Zealand finished day two at 36-3 on a bowler-friendly Lord’s pitch.

  • On Friday, New Zealand reached 36-3 at Lord's, chasing 254 runs for victory against England after day two of the test match.
  • New Zealand's first innings concluded at 113, conceding a 27-run lead to England, who reached 226 in their second innings behind 57 runs from opening batter Emilio Gay.
  • A total of 33 wickets have fallen in 137.2 overs with no spinners claiming a wicket; after 16 wickets fell on day one, the second day saw 17 taken.
  • England dismissed captain Tom Latham, Kane Williamson, and nightwatchman Will Rourke in the final hour, with Josh Tongue claiming Williamson's wicket just 10 minutes before stumps.
  • Devon Conway will restart the innings on Saturday at 12, though rain is in the forecast for the day and threatens to disrupt play.
Insights by Ground AI

24 Articles

Think freely.Subscribe and get full access to Ground NewsSubscriptions start at $9.99/yearSubscribe

Bias Distribution

  • 50% of the sources lean Left
50% Left

Factuality Info Icon

To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium

Ownership

Info Icon

To view ownership data please Upgrade to Vantage

Associated Press News broke the news in New York, United States on Friday, June 5, 2026.
Too Big Arrow Icon
Sources are mostly out of (0)

Similar News Topics

News
Feed Dots Icon
For You
Search Icon
Search
Blindspot LogoBlindspotLocal