New Zealand Opens Strong in Third Test vs England

New Zealand's cricket team is facing England in the third Test match in Hamilton, desperately seeking to salvage pride after losing the series 2-0. After a solid start, with openers Tom Latham and Will Young forming a 105-run partnership, New Zealand reached a total of 453 in their first innings, largely thanks to Kane Williamson's century. However, England's response has been dismal, finding themselves at 18-2 by the end of day three, with captain Ben Stokes potentially unable to bat due to a hamstring injury. The match continues to be dominated by seam bowlers, with Matthew Potts and Gus Atkinson performing well for England. New Zealand's Tim Southee is playing his final Test, aiming to retire on a high note. England's hopes for a clean sweep are fading as they face a daunting chase for a world record fourth-innings score.