Rain frustrates England as they edge closer to victory on day three
Ollie Robinson picks up two wickets to help England edge closer to victory in the first Test but bad weather dictates proceedings against New Zealand, as the tourists close on 55-5, needing 199 runs to win at Lord's.
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"The cricket we have seen today with the combination of heavy cloud, the lights on and the pitch, has made batting difficult."
— Michael Atherton , Other
"As a sport we can't quite get this right."
— Mel Jones , Other
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Devon Conway is a New Zealand cricketer renowned for his batting capabilities.
Harry Brook is an English cricketer recognized for his batting prowess.
Kyle Jamieson is a New Zealand cricketer known for his fast bowling.
Mel Jones is a former Australian cricketer and cricket commentator.
Michael Atherton is a former English cricketer and prominent cricket commentator.
Ollie Robinson is an English cricketer known for his skills as a fast bowler.
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Ollie Robinson picks up two wickets to help England edge closer to victory in the first Test but bad weather dictates proceedings against New Zealand, as the tourists close on 55-5, needing 199 runs to win at Lord's.
Ollie Robinson took two wickets in quick succession as rain interruptions limited play to 9.4 overs, leaving New Zealand at 55-5, needing 199 runs to win at Lord's.
Ollie Robinson's two wickets in brief play on a rain-affected day left New Zealand at 55-5, still 199 runs away from victory in the first Test at Lord's.
Persistent rain disrupted play, allowing only 9.4 overs, during which Ollie Robinson took two wickets, leaving New Zealand at 55-5, needing 199 runs to win.
Less than 10 overs were possible on the third day at Lord's, with Ollie Robinson taking two wickets, reducing New Zealand to 55-5, still 199 runs away from the target.
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