The players stroll into the Hamilton sunshine, with all eyes on Tim Southee. It's a gorgeous day, the kind you'd want if you're going to chase 658.
Ben will be further assessed at the end of the Test. If required, he is expected to bat in England's second innings.
England have played 17 Tests, one short of the all-time record, and the players look ready to put on a silly hat, pull some crackers.
Root drives deliberately through backward point for four, either side of awkward defensive shots to repel sharp nipbackers.
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