According to PitchViz (based on the ball-tracking data) this is the most inconsistent surface for a Test in England since records began. Which is not ideal
@CookeeCharlie I agree it’s a dodgy surface and some decent bowling, but the big talking point was big moments, and we’ve just lost a potentially very big moment.
For the most part they haven’t batted irresponsibly. The conditions are hard and the bowling has improved this session. But it’s a big moment lost, and Stokes and Baz have said big moments have been the missing link.
England spoke before this test about the importance of performing in the big moments.
This afternoon session was a big moment, and England have failed to come out on top. #ENGvNZ#Lords