Duckett and Stokes lead England's comeback against New Zealand at Trent Bridge

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Duckett and Stokes lead England's comeback against New Zealand at Trent Bridge
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Ben Duckett and Ben Stokes spearheaded a comeback for England on day two of the third Test against New Zealand at Trent Bridge. After New Zealand's first innings score of 438, England reached 223-2, trailing by 215 runs. Duckett scored a rapid century, and Stokes took his 250th Test wicket during his potent eight-over spell. The hosts, boosted by Stokes' bowling and Duckett's batting, aimed to capitalize on an inexperienced New Zealand bowling attack going into day three.

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  • •New Zealand scored 438 in their first innings.
  • •England closed day two at 223-2 in response.
  • •Duckett scored 113 off 99 balls with 19 boundaries.
  • •Stokes took 4 wickets, including his 250th Test wicket.
  • •England trails by 215 runs with day three underway.
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Ben Duckett and Ben Stokes were at the heart of a stirring England fightback on day two of the series-deciding third Test against New Zealand at Trent Bridge.

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