England's cricketers are in control of the first Test against New Zealand at Mount Maunganui.
Joe Root's men ended day two with a lead of 209 runs after being dismissed for 353 in the first innings.
Ben Stokes top-scored with 91 and Jos Buttler added 43 to the score-board, while Tim Southee (4-88) was the pick of New Zealand's bowlers.
In reply, the hosts were 144 for 4 at stumps with Henry Nicholls (26) and BJ Watling (6) at the crease.
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Neymar's legendary career for Brazil is over, the forward said following the 2-1 loss to Norway in the round of 16 game on Sunday.
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Ten-man England outlast host Mexico to reach World Cup quarterfinals
Jude Bellingham has recorded a brace and Harry Kane scored his sixth goal of the World Cup and added an assist as England outlasted Mexico 3-2 in a round of 16 instant classic on Sunday night at Mexico City.
Sinner sees off qualifier Mochizuki for Wimbledon quarter-final spot
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