New Zealand bowl first as Emilio Gay makes England debut
ESPNcricinfo • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 9:48 AM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026

New Zealand has opted to bowl first against England at Lord's on June 4. The match features the debut of Emilio Gay for England. The bowling lineup for New Zealand includes Henry, O'Rourke, and Jamieson, with showery weather forecasted to affect play during the day. The commencement of the match adds further intrigue to the ongoing series.
- •New Zealand elects to bowl first at Lord's
- •Emilio Gay makes his debut for England
- •Henry, O'Rourke, and Jamieson are back in the New Zealand bowling attack
- •Showery weather conditions are expected during the match
- 9:48 AMESPNcricinfo — New Zealand bowl first as Emilio Gay makes England debut
"Henry, O'Rourke and Jamieson all return to bowling attack as showery weather lurks at Lord's
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