New Zealand leads third Test as England struggles at 72-3

BBC Sport1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 5:48 PM

Last updated Jun 28, 2026

New Zealand leads third Test as England struggles at 72-3
Summary

In the third and final Test match at Trent Bridge, England is currently at 72-3 in their second innings, chasing 373 runs to win against New Zealand. Harry Brook was dismissed for 21, a decision criticized by former England captain Michael Vaughan as 'pathetic'. This match is vital for England as it concludes their series against New Zealand, and they need to mount a comeback to avoid defeat.

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  • England trails New Zealand by 301 runs in their second innings.
  • Harry Brook is dismissed for 21 runs, falling to 72-3.
  • Vaughan criticized Brook's dismissal during commentary.
  • The match is crucial as it finishes the series at Trent Bridge.
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  • 5:48 PMBBC Sport'Absolutely pathetic!' - Vaughan furious by Brook dismissal
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Harry Brook is caught for 21 in England's second innings against New Zealand - a dismissal which former England captain Michael Vaughan calls "pathetic" as England fall to 72-3, chasing 373 to win the third and final Test match at Trent Bridge.

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