England struggling as James Rew drops catches, Henry Nicholls scores century
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 5:42 PM
Last updated Jun 19, 2026
In the second Test at The Kia Oval, England faces a tough challenge against New Zealand, trailing by 352 runs at the end of day three. New Zealand finished their second innings on 252-3 with Henry Nicholls unbeaten on 119 and Rachin Ravindra contributing 76 before being dismissed. England had previously been bowled out for 291 in their first innings, surrendering a 100-run lead. Lack of experience in England's lineup, along with crucial drops by debutant wicketkeeper James Rew, has compounded their difficulties. The absence of captain Ben Stokes has also been felt, as speculation arises regarding his potential return for the next Test at Trent Bridge.
- •Australia scored 391 in their first innings.
- •New Zealand leads the second innings at 252-3.
- •Henry Nicholls has 119 not out and has added crucial runs.
- •James Rew dropped two important catches as wicketkeeper.
- •Ben Stokes might return for the next Test after his absence.
- 5:42 PMYahoo Sports — England hit by Rew drops and Nicholls century
- 5:42 PMBBC Sport — England hit by Rew drops and Nicholls century
"England’s parlous position in the second Test against New Zealand is compounded by drops from debutant wicketkeeper James Rew and a superb century by Henry Nicholls.
"England’s parlous position in the second Test against New Zealand is compounded by drops from debutant wicketkeeper James Rew and a superb century by Henry Nicholls.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 19, 2026, 5:42 PMEngland hit by Rew drops and Nicholls century
England’s parlous position in the second Test against New Zealand is compounded by drops from debutant wicketkeeper James Rew and a superb century by Henry Nicholls.
- BBC SportJun 19, 2026, 5:42 PMEngland hit by Rew drops and Nicholls century
England’s parlous position in the second Test against New Zealand is compounded by drops from debutant wicketkeeper James Rew and a superb century by Henry Nicholls.
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