Roller: England's XI looks best with Joe Root at No. 3
Matt Roller suggests England would be better off with Joe Root batting at No. 3, rather than debutant Jacob Bethell
27/11Stumps
1st Test, England tour of New Zealand at Christchurch, Nov 28-Dec 2 2024
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![New Zealand]( "New Zealand")
319/8 * (83 ov) -
![England]( "England")
Current Run Rate
CRR
3.84
Last 10 Ov (Run Rate)
Last 10 Ov (RR)
52/1 (5.2)
27/11Stumps
1st Test, England tour of New Zealand at Christchurch, Nov 28-Dec 2 2024
-
![New Zealand]( "New Zealand")
319/8 * (83 ov) -
![England]( "England")
Current Run Rate
CRR
3.84
Last 10 Ov (Run Rate)
Last 10 Ov (RR)
52/1 (5.2)
Miller: England's Bethell selection risks alienating county performers
Andrew Miller wonders what impact England's unusual selection picks may be having on the players performing well in the County Championship
'I was in awe!' - Shoaib Bashir on bowling to Kane Williamson
Shoaib Bashir and Kane Williamson reflect on facing each other on the opening day of the first Test
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