England looks to dismiss New Zealand on day two at The Oval

England faces New Zealand in the second Test at The Oval on June 18, 2026. Joe Root is captaining the team in place of Ben Stokes, who is absent due to a nightclub incident after the first Test. England, leading the three-Test series 1-0 following a 115-run victory at Lord's, has introduced three debutants: Sonny Baker, James Rew, and Jordan Cox. The match is currently in progress as England aims to wrap up New Zealand's first innings.