Test Match Special - England toil under the sun in Black Cap run-fest

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Simon Mann is alongside former England captains Michael Vaughan and Sir Alastair Cook, as well as BBC chief cricket commentator Jonathan Agnew for reaction to the first day's play between England and New Zealand at Trent Bridge.

Hear from England bowling coach Tim Southee who looks back on a hard day’s work for England’s bowling attack, whilst Devon Conway reflects on an incredible 157 for the Black Caps.

Wisden editor Lawrence Booth and The Daily Telegraph’s Will MacPherson discuss the long term implications of Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson’s controversy.

Plus, Andy Zaltzman gives us a stat-attack.

Published on Thursday, 25th June 2026.

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