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Black Caps batsmen battle back against England

Tom Latham and Devon Conway put on 149 for the first wicket to give their side some hope.

'There's no need to panic': Black Caps search for answers to batting woes

New Zealand will need an epic rescue mission to snap a seven-test winless run.

Andrew Alderson: Black Caps’ great era entering dusk

Opinion: A tepid Black Caps are getting outplayed and outwitted by a team in their pomp.

Woeful Black Caps staring at series sweep against England

When the rain put them out of their misery at the Basin, the hosts had staggered to 138-7.

'We can get back in this fight': Henry and Black Caps rue missed chance

There were inklings the plan was working against England until it all went horribly wrong.

Andrew Alderson: Unflustered Brook on course to be global superstar

Harry Brook has passed the record number of runs by any player after nine test innings.

Black Caps start strong but Brook blasts England back on top

A good start to the second test soon turned into a nightmare for the Black Caps.

'We can't match their bats': Conway calls for calm in second test

The Black Caps must adopt the opposite approach when they take on England on Friday.

Staying steady: Why Black Caps won't make 'snappy changes' for second test

Coach Gary Stead admits his side are lacking confidence after a seven-test winless run.

Blundell’s brilliance puts Black Caps back in fight

Tom Blundell’s fourth test century lifted New Zealand close to parity against England.

'We expected it': The bold call the Black Caps must now match

England ended day one on top, but the Black Caps have a blueprint to take back control.

Having a Bazball: England enjoy opening-day honours over Black Caps

After surviving a batting barrage, New Zealand lost crucial late wickets at Bay Oval.

'It's been unusual': Life's not a beach as Southee endures disrupted start

Tim Southee has faced a few hurdles before his first home test as captain.

Worst ever defeat: White Ferns destroyed in World Cup opener

The White Ferns’ Twenty20 World Cup campaign has started in dire fashion.

Writing their own script: McCullum explains Bazball revolution

England are warm favourites against the Black Caps - Brendon McCullum is a big reason why.

'Extremely special': Canterbury see off Satterthwaite in triumphant style

Canterbury farewelled the retiring great by ending Wellington's Super Smash stranglehold.

'He's had a massive impact': White Ferns aided by insider info at World Cup

New Zealand will likely need to start with a win against either Australia or South Africa.

'I'll be there': Fun-focused McCullum has England off to the races

England will be favourites - but Brendon McCullum has a different favourite on his mind.