New Zealand Cricket

Five months on from their Australian disaster, England's Test team faces a defining summer starting with New Zealand at Lord's on Thursday.

Nathan Smith's exceptional bowling figures of 6-40 have put New Zealand firmly in the driving seat against Ireland at Stormont, with the visitors holding a commanding 246-run advantage.

Ireland captain Andy Balbirnie acknowledged his team's shortcomings as New Zealand secured a dominant innings and 79-run victory in their one-off Test at Stormont.

New Zealand's batting stars delivered magnificent centuries to transform a potential disaster into a position of strength on the opening day at Belfast.

Ireland welcome New Zealand to Belfast for a four-day Test match, seeking their most impressive victory yet in the longest format.

Tom Latham emphasises New Zealand's complete focus on Ireland's Test challenge at Stormont, dismissing any thoughts of the upcoming England series.

Sophie Devine produced a masterclass innings of 87 from 57 deliveries to drag New Zealand back from the brink after a disastrous start against England.

Paul Stirling will miss Ireland's home Test against New Zealand next week after suffering a grade two calf strain during preparation matches.

Lauren Bell delivered the perfect opening delivery, removing Georgia Plimmer first ball to give England a dream start against New Zealand in Derby.

New Zealand secured a 17-run victory over England via the Duckworth-Lewis-Stern method in a rain-disrupted third ODI, levelling the series at crucial juncture.

Persistent rain at Northampton resulted in the second ODI between England and New Zealand being called off without any play possible.

Three England newcomers enjoyed perfect international debuts, with Tilly Corteen-Coleman, Jodi Grewcock and Dani Gibson all taking maiden wickets against New Zealand in Durham.