New Zealand is on the cusp of victory at The Oval, setting England a daunting 463-run target. Despite Joe Root's unbeaten 75, England faltered to 182-5 by stumps on day four. Earlier, Daryl Mitchell's 68 was the highlight as New Zealand was bowled out for 362 in their second innings. England faces an uphill battle to avoid defeat.

Jacob Bethell impressed with figures of 2-8, claiming crucial late wickets as England restricted New Zealand to 291-7 on the opening day of the second Test.

England (222/6) trail New Zealand (391) by 169 runs: A bad dropped catch, wayward bowling and squandered starts with the bat allowed New Zealand to assert their ascendancy at the…

The tourists led by 445 at lunch on day four.