Ben Stokes scores 2nd fastest century for England during Day Four, 1st Test against New Zealand

Ben Stokes has easily played his best innings in Tests so far.

Ben Stokes scores England’s second fastest century beating Ian Botham’s 86-ball century against Australia at Manchester. Stokes brought up this feat during Day Four of the first Test against New Zealand at Lord’s. Stokes brought up his century in 85 deliveries and has managed to get England in a commanding position. Live Cricket Score England vs New Zealand 2015, 1st Test at Lord’s

Stokes’ skipper Alastair Cook is batting on a century at the other end. Stokes’ century is also the fastest ton at Lord’s. New Zealand bowlers have not had any answers so far. Stokes also scored a 94-ball 92 in the first innings and he will be delighted to have gotten into three figures. England now have a lead of over 200 and have more or less assured that they save this match. Live scorecard: England vs New Zealand, 1st Test, Lord’s, Day 3

New Zealand had scored 523 in response to England’s first innings score of 389. New Zealand secured a lead of 134, but England have come out with positive intent and are looking set to score of over 300. On Day One, New Zealand won the toss and elected to field first. ENG vs NZ 2015, 1st Test at Lord’s, Free Live Cricket Streaming on Star Sports, Day 4

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