First test between England vs New Zealand, live scores update day 1: New Zealand win Toss, Opt To Bat vs England

Netherlands vs West Indies 2nd ODI live update:England and New Zealand begin the Triple Test series at Lord’s on Thursday. England team under the guidance of the new captain Ben Stokes and new coach Brendon McCullum and hopefully the new leadership will also bring about transformative results. Meanwhile, New Zealand is returning to England after winning the series there last year and then the World Test Championship final against India. While New Zealand will not have Henry Nichollswho was ruled out due to injury, England named veteran riders James Anderson and Stuart Broad in their XI play. Durham pacer Matthew Potts is also being prepared for debut, while Alex Lees will continue to open. (LIVE POINTS)

First England vs New Zealand test, LIVE UPDATE Day 1 live from Lord, London