England have closed day one of the first Test against New Zealand on a positive note.
The visitors ended play on 241 for 4 in Mount Maunganui.
Rory Burns (52), Joe Denly (74) and Ben Stokes (67 not out) struck half-centuries, while Colin de Grandhomme took two wickets for the Black Caps.
Captain Joe Root's poor form with the bat continued as he made just 2 runs from 22 balls, while opener Dom Sibley managed only 22 on his debut.
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Venus Williams, 45, receives wildcard entry for Australian Open
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Australia's Khawaja to retire after fifth Ashes Test
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Premier League rings in New Year with goal drought as Man City lose ground
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Abu Dhabi Knight Riders eye ILT20 title after win over Dubai Capitals
Abu Dhabi Knight Riders stayed in the hunt for the DP World ILT20 Season 4 title after sealing a 50-run win over the Dubai Capitals in the Eliminator at the Dubai International Stadium on Thursday.
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