Ollie Robinson Makes History as England Leads Against New Zealand in First Test

In a thrilling first Test match at Lord's, Ollie Robinson made history by taking three wickets in his first over, leading England to a 27-run advantage over New Zealand. With a five-wicket haul, Robinson's performance was pivotal as England bowled out New Zealand for just 113 runs. The match showcased intense bowling action, with both teams battling for supremacy in this exciting series opener.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jun 5, 2026, 17:50 IST

England vs New Zealand: First Test Highlights

In the ongoing first Test match of a three-match series, England is facing New Zealand at Lord's Cricket Ground. The bowlers have been the standout performers in the initial stages of the match. England's bowlers excelled, successfully defending a modest total of 140 runs in their first innings. New Zealand's batting lineup faltered dramatically, collapsing to just 113 runs. Ollie Robinson emerged as the star of the day, achieving a remarkable five-wicket haul. Notably, he made history by becoming the first player in 149 years to take three wickets in his very first over of a Test match. This occurred during the second over of New Zealand's second innings, where he dismissed Devon Conway, Kane Williamson, and Rachin Ravindra. Robinson is now the first English player to achieve this feat in Test cricket.

England Takes a 27-Run Advantage

In their first innings, England was all out for 140 runs, with captain Harry Brook being the standout performer, scoring 58 runs. For New Zealand, Kylie Jamieson was impressive, claiming five wickets, while Nathan Smith and William O'Rourke contributed with three and two wickets, respectively. In response, New Zealand's batting lineup struggled, leading to their dismissal for a mere 113 runs, giving England a 27-run lead. Ollie Robinson's five-wicket haul and Josh Tongue's three wickets were crucial in this performance.