Mitchell leads New Zealand rally after Broad strikes for England
In-form Daryl Mitchell powered New Zealand's revival after Stuart Broad struck early for England on the first day of the third Test at Headingley on Thursday.
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Stuart Broad stars on day one for England but error of judgement proves costly
Stuart Broad set the tone for an impressive England bowling performance as they kicked off their quest for a series sweep over New Zealand, but an error of judgement proved costly on day one at Headingley.
Mitchell and Blundell lead New Zealand fightback
LEEDS, England :Daryl Mitchell and Tom Blundell again proved thorns in England's side as they helped New Zealand recover from a freakish stroke of misfortune to end the first day of the third and final test on 225 for five on Thursday.
WATCH | Black Caps batter out in bizarre fashion against England
Cricket has had its fair share of strange dismissals over the years, but the latest involves New Zealand batsman Henry Nicholls during the third Test against England on Thursday.
Craziest test wicket ever? Jack Leach’s dismissal of Henry Nicholls during England vs New Zealand
England are looking to whitewash New Zealand 3-0 in their first test series under the new leadership of former Kolkata Knight Riders head coach, Brendon McCullum and new captain Ben Stokes.
Watch: New Zealand batsman caught out in one of strangest wickets in cricket history
After 98 balls of grind, Henry Nicholls advanced down the wicket confidently to his 99th delivery from Jack Leach on the first day at Headingley. Nicholls got to the pitch of the ball and drove it emphatically down the ground.
Watch: How Stuart Broad Perfectly Set Up Kane Williamson On Day 1 Of England vs New Zealand 3rd Test
England enjoyed an excellent morning session on Day 1 of the ongoing third Test against New Zealand at Headingley in Leeds on Thursday. Trailing the series 2-0, New Zealand opted to bat after winning the toss, hoping for a good start. However, veteran pacer Stuart Broad landed the first blow in the very first over of the match, dismissing New Zealand opener and vice-captain Tom Latham on the last delivery. The veteran pacer then added another wicket to his tally, after Jack Leach had got the better of the other Kiwi opener, Will Young.
Stuart Broad double and freak dismissal helps put England on top at Headingley
Stuart Broad’s double strike and a freak dismissal on the stroke of tea put England in a strong position on day one of the Headingley Test, with New Zealand struggling on 123 for five.