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England strike late after huge NZ opening stand

England captured two crucial late wickets to remain in contention against New Zealand on the opening day of the third Test at Trent Bridge. New Zealand established a formidable opening partnership, putting England under pressure early in the match. The home team's bowlers struggled to break through the initial stand, which saw the visitors accumulate a significant score. However, England's bowlers managed to find their rhythm later in the day, taking wickets that shifted the momentum and kept the match balanced. The performance highlighted the challenging conditions and the strategic battle between bat and ball.
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