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Atkinson double leaves New Zealand reeling after Gays fifty on England debut

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England Dominate New Zealand as Atkinson Strikes Late and Debutant Gay Shines at Lord's

By AFP News June 06, 2026 • 08:52 AM View: 119

Gus Atkinson struck twice late on the second day as England pressed for victory in the first Test against New Zealand at Lord's on Friday.

England's strong position also owed much to debutant opener Emilio Gay's valuable fifty in a low-scoring game.

TAGS England Vs Zealand Gus Atkinson Emilio Gay England Cricket Zealand Cricket Lord's Test England Vs NZ Test Jamie Smith Nathan Smith Ollie Robinson Kane Williamson Tom Latham Josh Tongue Harry Brook Ben Stokes Joe Root

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