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New Zealand v England: second men’s cricket Test, day one – as it happened

Harry Brook’s spectacular 123 and a ferocious burst from Brydon Carse were the highlights of a scintillating first day in Wellington

31st over: England 158-4 (Brook 70, Pope 43) Pope jabs at Smith and edges this far short of Latham at second slip. He gets the next ball away, back cutting efficiently to the fence.

So, this medium-term No3, who should it be?

Ben Stokes Technically suited but his brain whirs far too much in the field, even when he doesn’t bowl, so he needs a rest.

Joe Root Doesn’t want to bat there, vulnerable to the new ball and especially extra bounce.

Harry Brook Still too soon, especially in Australia with the extra bounce

Ollie Pope Far better at No6

Jamie Smith Too soon even if he doesn’t keep wicket, never mind if he does.

Jacob Bethell Too soon against India and Australia, plus he’s not in the best XI at the moment.

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Source: Cricket - The Guardian

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