Harry Brook was dismissed for 171 after leading England to a first innings lead before lunch on the third day of the first cricket test against New Zealand.

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Chris Woakes carved New Zealand open with a vital double strike as England placed a stranglehold on the first Test in Christchurch.

England are on course for victory in the first Test against New Zealand after Chris Woakes' crucial two wickets in two balls on the third day in Christchurch.

Chris Woakes carved New Zealand open with a vital double strike as England placed a stranglehold on the first Test in Christchurch. The tourists enjoyed an outstanding third day at the Hagley Oval, racking up 499 all out before reducing the hosts to 155 for six - just four runs ahead with four wickets in hand.

A sustained seam attack by Chris Woakes and Brydon Carse following a belligerent batting effort saw England on the verge of wrapping up the first Test at stumps on day three in Christchurch on Saturday.

England snared two quick wickets to have New Zealand battling to keep the first Test alive Saturday after Harry Brook's 171 gave them an imposing 151-run first innings lead. But when New Zealand found a way to make catches stick,