The third and last Test match between England and New Zealand opened here to-day in fine weather before an attendance of 3,000 people. The wicket was fast.
New Zealand were all out for 166, to which Bernau contributed a sound and egressive 61. Calthorpe bowled excellently taking 6 wickets for 53.
At the close of play the M. C. C. had scored '180 for 3 wickets. Chapman carries on with 69 not out.
Feb. 3.
Five thousand people were present on the second day of the match. The weather was ideal and the wicket fast.
The M. C. C. carried their first innings score to 401.
Chapman was out at 71, adding only two runs to his overnight score. McLean made 53 and Lowry played a sound and forceful 130.
When stumps were drawn New Zealand's score stood at 178 for 5 wickets, Collins scored 69 and Blunt was not out with 65.
Scores:—New Zealand 166 (Bernau 61) and 178 for 5 wickets.
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