England in trouble after dreadful day against NZ
England are in a dire position against New Zealand after spiralling from a chaotic morning on day two of the second Test at The Oval.
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Key People
Ben Duckett is a professional cricketer representing England.
Ben Stokes is the captain of the England Test cricket team.
Brendon McCullum is the head coach of the England cricket team.
Emilio Gay is an England cricketer who made a half-century against New Zealand.
Glenn Phillips is a New Zealand cricketer known for his batting skills.
Harry Brook is an English cricketer recognized for his batting prowess.
Joe Root is an English cricketer and the former captain of the England Test team.
Jofra Archer is an English cricketer known for his fast bowling.
Jordan Cox is a young batsman who recently joined Essex.
Matt Henry is a New Zealand cricketer known for his bowling.
Will O'Rourke is a New Zealand cricketer known for his bowling performance.
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England are in a dire position against New Zealand after spiralling from a chaotic morning on day two of the second Test at The Oval.
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