Kevin Pietersen's 12th Test hundred led England to 273-7 after New Zealand captain Daniel Vettori asked them to bat at Trent Bridge.
Brendon McCullum has been passed fit to keep wicket for New Zealand in the third Test at Trent Bridge despite a back injury.
Monty Panesar has challenged England's batsmen to nullify the threat of rival left-arm spinner Daniel Vettori and secure victory.
Monty Panesar admitted bowling with the breeze at his back was crucial in him claiming 6-37 against New Zealand.
Ross Taylor's brilliant innings of 154 laid the platform for New Zealand to take control of the second Test against England.
New Zealand coach John Bracewell will give pugnacious opener Jesse Ryder every chance to prove his fitness.
Iain O'Brien and Daniel Flynn have been added to New Zealand's squad for the final two games of the ODI series against England.
Bumble blogs from foggy Kanpur where he is struggling to see the England team in a good light.
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In his skysports.com blog, Ryan Sidebottom insists spirits are still high in the England squad.