England set New Zealand 254 to win at Lord's as the first Test continued at breakneck pace. The Black Caps closed day two on 36-3 after a dramatic collapse saw England lose four wickets for one run. Emilio Gay's debut fifty gave England hope before their mid-innings wobble.

New Zealand lost captain Tom Latham in the first over, with Kane Williamson's likely final Lord's innings ending lbw to Josh Tongue. Devon Conway survived an lbw review to remain 12 not out, with his side needing 218 more runs. The tourists' fielding errors proved costly throughout the day.

England's bowlers dominated gloomy conditions, with Ollie Robinson taking 5-39. The match has featured 33 wickets across two days, setting up a potentially gripping finish if weather permits. England are favorites to take a 1-0 lead into the second Test at The Oval.