New Zealand dominates England in third Test with strong position
BBC Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 6:04 PM
Last updated Jun 19, 2026
New Zealand concluded day three of the third Test against England at The Oval with Henry Nicholls unbeaten on 119. They lead by 352 runs and retain seven wickets remaining. This commanding performance places New Zealand in control as they seek to secure the series victory. The match remains ongoing, with England needing to respond effectively in the remaining days.
- •Nicholls scores unbeaten 119 for New Zealand.
- •New Zealand leads by 352 runs with seven wickets in hand.
- •The third Test is ongoing at The Oval.
- •This match is critical for the series outcome.
- 6:43 PMBBC Sport — Shining in the sun - Nicholls' unbeaten century grinds England down
- 6:04 PMBBC Sport — England feel the heat with New Zealand in total control of third Test
"Watch the best shots from New Zealand's Henry Nicholls as he makes his 11th Test century against England at the Oval, finishing unbeaten on 119 at the close of play on the third day of the second Test.
"Henry Nicholls finishes unbeaten on 119 as New Zealand end day three with a lead of 352, and still seven wickets in hand as they take complete control of the second Test against England at The Oval.
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External links- BBC SportJun 19, 2026, 6:43 PMShining in the sun - Nicholls' unbeaten century grinds England down
Watch the best shots from New Zealand's Henry Nicholls as he makes his 11th Test century against England at the Oval, finishing unbeaten on 119 at the close of play on the third day of the second Test.
- BBC SportJun 19, 2026, 6:04 PMEngland feel the heat with New Zealand in total control of third Test
Henry Nicholls finishes unbeaten on 119 as New Zealand end day three with a lead of 352, and still seven wickets in hand as they take complete control of the second Test against England at The Oval.
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