NZ vs Eng second Test | New Zealand throws away wickets to give England hope
The Hindu
All outcomes remain possible although a draw seems the most likely outcome and the main source of encouragement
New Zealand built a lead of 238 with three second innings wickets remaining on Monday heading into a delicately poised final day of the second test against England.
Two run outs and some poor shot selection from the tourists saw them slip to 224 for seven and gave England a glimmer of hope that they can dismiss the kiwis quickly on Tuesday and then take on the target.
All outcomes remain possible although a draw seems the most likely outcome and the main source of encouragement for New Zealand is that in-form Daryl Mitchell is unbeaten on 32 and will resume looking to put up a score beyond England's reach.
Mitchell scored 190 in the first innings to follow up his ton at Lords in the first test defeat and he looked comfortable on what remains a decent batting surface.
In the opening session, New Zealand gained a 14-run first inning lead, after rattling through England's lower order, bowling the hosts out for 539 with Trent Boult taking five wickets.
England added just 66 runs for their final five wickets but made a swift breakthrough with James Anderson bowling skipper Tom Latham (4).
Anderson's 650th test wicket was helped by Latham's ill-judged decision to leave the ball and with signs of movement for the seamers England hoped to put pressure on in the afternoon session.
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