Joe Root scored unbeaten 115 on Sunday to help England chase down a 277-run target against New Zealand in the first Test at Lord’s, London. England were reduced to 69/4 at one stage but Root and Ben Stokes (54) stitched 90 runs for the fifth wicket to take the side out of hot water. On the other hand, right-arm pacer Matty Potts had a good outing as the player returned match figures of 7/68.
ENG Vs NZ, First Test: Joe Root’s Century Steals Show As England Beat New Zealand By 5 Wickets – In Pics
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Joe Root scored unbeaten 115 on Sunday to help England chase down a 277-run target against New Zealand in the first Test at Lord’s, London. England were reduced to 69/4 at one stage but Root and Ben Stokes (54) stitched 90 runs for the fifth wicket to take the side out of hot water. On the other hand, right-arm pacer Matty Potts had a good outing as the player returned match figures of 7/68.
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