On a sweltering day at the cricket ground, New Zealand's openers Tom Latham (109 not out) and Devon Conway (94 not out) dominated England's bowling attack with a record 317-run partnership. The duo batted through the entire first day, leaving England struggling to make breakthroughs.
However, England captain Ben Stokes rallied his team in the final session, taking four late wickets to give his side some breathing space. The wickets included both centurions, as Latham fell for 109 and Conway for 94, leaving New Zealand at 213 for 0 at stumps.
The match is part of a Test series between England and New Zealand, with the hosts looking to bounce back after a strong start from the visitors. The day's play saw high temperatures and intense competition, with England's bowlers toiling hard in the heat.
