Chris Woakes carved New Zealand open with a vital double strike as England placed a stranglehold on the first Test in Christchurch. The tourists enjoyed an outstanding third day at the Hagley Oval, racking up 499 all out before reducing the hosts to 155 for six – just four runs ahead with four wickets in hand.

England placed a stranglehold on their first Test against New Zealand after stunning bowling displays from Chris Woakes and Brydon Carse.