New Zealand seeks to extend lead over England on day four at The Oval

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New Zealand seeks to extend lead over England on day four at The Oval
Summary

New Zealand is looking to build on their substantial lead against England on day four of the second Test at The Oval. Joe Root is captaining England in place of Ben Stokes, who, along with Gus Atkinson, is absent due to an incident following the first Test. England holds a 1-0 advantage in the three-Test series, having won the first match by 115 runs at Lord's. The series will conclude with the final Test in Nottingham next week.

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  • •New Zealand plays England in the second Test at The Oval.
  • •Joe Root is captain in Ben Stokes' absence.
  • •England leads the three-Test series 1-0.
  • •Final match is scheduled for June 25 at Trent Bridge.
  • •Debuts for Sonny Baker, James Rew, and Jordan Cox at The Oval.
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