England’s summer begins with their first Test victory in 10 attempts, courtesy of a majestic century from Joe Root
69th over: England 230-5 (Root 85, Foakes 13) Boult once more. Root pulls him away to the boundary rider to pick up two more. He then opens the face on a length ball to get a single. Foakes is watchful for the rest of the over. 47 more needed for England.
68th over: England 227-5 (Root 82, Foakes 13) Jamieson does get his massive paws on the ball, replacing Southee. Foakes drives him past mid-on for two and a couple of leg-byes see four come from the over. Sprightly from England this morning. I’m saying no more.
Continue reading...