Mitchell guides New Zealand to 445-run lead against England at The Oval

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Last updated Jun 20, 2026

Mitchell guides New Zealand to 445-run lead against England at The Oval
Summary

Daryl Mitchell is 66 not out as New Zealand builds a 445-run lead over England on the fourth morning of the Test at The Oval. New Zealand reached 345-6 at lunch after losing three wickets in challenging conditions. Nathan Smith contributed 30 runs, providing support to Mitchell, who has an impressive average of 56 against England. The Black Caps added 93 runs off 25 overs, with Mitchell's solid performance continuing despite some difficulties against England's bowling attack, Jofra Archer and Josh Tongue. Following a challenging start, New Zealand could further extend their lead this afternoon.

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  • •New Zealand reaches 345-6 at lunch on day four.
  • •Mitchell's innings includes 32 runs added on Saturday morning.
  • •England's highest successful fourth-innings chase is 378 runs.
  • •Henry Nicholls dismissed early in the session.
  • •Nathan Smith helps stabilize the innings with 30 runs.
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  • 12:30 PMYahoo Sports — Mitchell steadies New Zealand as the lead swells to 445 against England at The Oval
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England nemesis Daryl Mitchell was 66 not out and leading New Zealand's strained addition to its big lead of 445 runs on the fourth morning of The Oval test on Saturday. New Zealand lost three wickets before the clouds parted but was 345-6 at lunch. With Mitchell was Nathan Smith on 30 off 35 balls.

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