England's cricketers are in control of the first Test against New Zealand at Mount Maunganui.
Joe Root's men ended day two with a lead of 209 runs after being dismissed for 353 in the first innings.
Ben Stokes top-scored with 91 and Jos Buttler added 43 to the score-board, while Tim Southee (4-88) was the pick of New Zealand's bowlers.
In reply, the hosts were 144 for 4 at stumps with Henry Nicholls (26) and BJ Watling (6) at the crease.
Australia reach World Cup knockouts, Turkey beat USA
Australia booked their spot in the knockout rounds of the World Cup on Thursday after a cagey draw against Paraguay, who are set to qualify as a third-placed finisher, while Turkey beat USA 3-2, scoring the winner with virtually the last kick of the match.
Netherlands win Group F, Japan and Sweden also through
The Netherlands scored two goals in the first seven minutes of the first half en route to a 3-1 victory over Tunisia on Thursday night in Kansas City in Group F, while Japan and Sweden drew 1-1 in Texas.
Beccacece hails Ecuador's biggest World Cup victory
Ecuador coach Sebastian Beccacece said all Ecuadoreans have a lot to celebrate on Thursday after the country's biggest World Cup result ever, coming from behind to beat Germany 2-1 and advance to the knockout stage.
New Zealand openers break record against England
New Zealand took control of the third Test at Trent Bridge with Tom Latham and Devon Conway setting a record partnership for the Kiwis against England on Thursday.
MENA Golf Tour confirms exemption categories for 2026/27 season
The MENA Golf Tour has confirmed the full list of exemption categories for the 2026/27 season, setting out how players can earn their place on a Tour that is opening up more routes to competition than ever before.
Etihad Rail has launched a nationwide campaign inviting the public to nominate the first passenger to travel on its inaugural passenger service when trains begin operating on June 30.
A fire that broke out at the Carpet Souq near Zayed Port in Abu Dhabi on Friday morning has been contained.
The UAE Floating Hospital in Al Arish, Egypt, has successfully carried out four specialised surgeries for patients from the Gaza Strip as part of Operation Chivalrous Knight 3.
