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England and Root reward fans’ optimism with riotous batting

England set about chasing New Zealand’s first innings with an abandon not seen for several years in Tests

The Guardian - UK

Joe Root and Ollie Pope hit hundreds to keep England ticking in thrilling second New Zealand Test

This was a triumphant, harum-scarum day of batting for England, who scored 383 runs in 88 overs. Yet at its end, they remain 80 behind. Plenty seems possible across the final two days.

Evening Standard

Pope and Root centuries light up England’s reply against New Zealand

Ollie Pope hit 145 while Joe Root finished day three at Trent Bridge unbeaten on 163 as England reached 473-5, 80 behind New Zealand’s 553

The Guardian - UK

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Joe Root and Ollie Pope score stunning centuries for England as run-fest continues

Joe Root scored an imperious 163 not out for England, while Ollie Pope made an excellent 145 in just his third innings at No.3 in the second Test against New Zealand at Trent Bridge

Daily Mirror

Joe Root and Ollie Pope help England turn tables on New Zealand in second Test

The hosts closed day three on 473 for five in response to the Black Caps’ first-innings score of 553

The Independent UK

5 talking points as Joe Root and Ollie Pope centuries drag England back into Test

Joe Root and Ollie Pope both scored excellent hundreds for England as they ended day three of the second Test against New Zealand on 475-3

Daily Mirror

ENG vs NZ, second test: Pope, Root centuries fuel England fightback against New Zealand

Replying to New Zealand’s mammoth first innings score of 553, Pope and Root took full advantage of a docile pitch to ease the pressure on England

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Kevin Pietersen reveals interest in England coaching job - "I would like to help"

Former England captain Kevin Pietersen would be interested in working with the current Test team as a batting coach the 41-year-old has revealed

Daily Mirror

Mitchell gives New Zealand masterclass but offers England a helping hand

England ended day two of the second Test at Trent Bridge on 90-1 in reply to New Zealand’s 553 built around 190 from Daryl Mitchell, who dropped two catches

The Guardian - UK

Ollie Pope and Alex Lees lead England fightback after New Zealand pile up record total in second Test

Ollie Pope led England's fightback against New Zealand in the second Test at Trent Bridge.

Evening Standard

6 talking points as Ollie Pope leads England fightback after mammoth New Zealand score

England trail New Zealand by 463 runs after Tom Latham's side racked up an imposing 553 in their first innings, before Alex Lees and Ollie Pope ensured England reached the close just one wicket down

Daily Mirror

New Zealand 481 for five at tea after Daryl Mitchell and Tom Blundell centuries

Rain brought an early tea with the Black Caps dominating England

The Independent UK

Daryl Mitchell and Tom Blundell post centuries as NZ pile pressure on England

The Kiwis reached lunch at 412 for five on day two of the second Test at Trent Bridge

The Independent UK

Moeen Ali reveals Brendon McCullum talks and is open to Test return under Ben Stokes

Moeen Ali retired from Test cricket in September last year but could make a U-turn after initial discussions with new England coach Brendon McCullum

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The Guardian - UK

New Zealand make hay as England suffer from winning good toss to lose

The Trent Bridge groundsman’s warning proved prophetic as Ben Stokes made the right call but saw New Zealand benefit

The Guardian - UK

Ben Stokes makes things happen before his well of miracles runs dry

England’s captain lives up to his cliche against New Zealand but cricket remains a secret party in apathetic Nottingham

The Independent UK

England approach praised by bowling coach despite difficult opening day

Jon Lewis believes England could have bowled New Zealand out for 250 on day one at Trent Bridge, but the Black Caps reached stumps 318 for four

The Independent UK

New Zealand frustrate England to take control after superb Tom Blundell and Daryl Mitchell partnership

The tourists are on top at Trent Bridge after dropping the first Test at Lord’s

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The Guardian - UK

New Zealand take charge of second Test with England left to rue missed chances

The tourists cantered to 318 for four at Trent Bridge, with four dropped catches in the field leaving Ben Stokes frustrated

Daily Mirror

6 talking points as Daryl Mitchell and Tom Blundell punish England's sloppiness

England were left ruing missed opportunities as Daryl Mitchell and Tom Blundell put New Zealand in the driving seat at Trent Bridge with an excellent unbeaten 149-run partnership

Evening Standard

Wind taken out of England’s sails as sloppy first day allows New Zealand to build second Test advantage

At Lord’s, England won their first game under Brendon McCullum and Ben Stokes. Their performance was far from perfect, but on the whole their seamers were superb and their fielding was almost flawless. They were rightly pleased with it and praised for it.

Daily Mirror

England's fielding frailties rear their head as New Zealand boss day one of second Test

New Zealand reached the close of play on day one of the second Test against New Zealand at Trent Bridge on 318-4, with Daryl Mitchell and Tom Blundell sharing an unbeaten 149-run partnership

The Guardian - UK

County cricket offers more runs for your money

Letter: Test cricket is more expensive, but first-class cricket at Lord’s is one of the best value sporting events around, says Mark Jolly

The Independent UK

Ben Stokes and James Anderson halt New Zealand progress at Trent Bridge

England elected to bowl after winning the toss.

The Independent UK

Ben Stokes and James Anderson strike as England halt New Zealand charge

The Black Caps posted a lively 108 for two at lunch, with Will Young (47) and stand-in skipper Tom Latham (26) departing within moments of each other.

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