England secures 115-run win over New Zealand in first Test at Lord's

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England secures 115-run win over New Zealand in first Test at Lord's
Summary

England celebrated a 115-run victory over New Zealand in the first Test at Lord's, concluding the match just before lunch with the visitors bowled out for 138. The match featured excellent performances from seamer Gus Atkinson, who claimed seven wickets, and Ollie Robinson, who achieved career-best figures. After a shaky second innings, England rebuilt their score with a crucial 99 runs, securing the win that coach Brendon McCullum deemed essential. The match was characterized by challenging pitch conditions, resulting in a low-scoring affair that lasted 166 overs.

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  • •Gus Atkinson took seven wickets in the match.
  • •New Zealand was bowled out for 138 early on Day 4.
  • •England scored 99 runs after a second innings collapse.
  • •Ollie Robinson achieved career-best match figures of seven for 77.
  • •The match concluded just before lunch on Day 4.
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  • 1:02 PMYahoo Sports — England deliver McCullum deserved win after Atkinson stars in first Test at Lord’s
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Brendon McCullum hugged his new coaching team on the balcony as the final New Zealand wicket fell and a good week’s work was completed by his England team.

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