The hosts have resumed their batting session which ended up with a 7-wickets loss on Day 2 before the rain had the last laugh.
Today, on Day 3, the umpires announced for an early start and Kiwi pair of Tim Southee and Blundell resume their positions to take on the last responsibilities.
With a trail of above 250 run, the chase looks quite impossible and with England excelling in ‘BazBall’ might consider for a hit and play concept in their second innings.
