England seamer Ollie Robinson has praised his team's collective effort after they clawed their way back into the first Test against New Zealand on Day 3 in Christchurch. The hosts were in a commanding position at the start of the day, but England's bowlers struck back to leave the match evenly poised.
Robinson's Assessment
Speaking after the day's play, Robinson said, 'It was a great effort from everyone. We knew we had to be patient and stick to our plans. The way the guys bowled in the second session was brilliant, and we managed to get some key wickets.'
Key Moments
England's fightback was led by the pace duo of Robinson and James Anderson, who removed the New Zealand top order. Robinson himself claimed two wickets, including the crucial scalp of Kane Williamson. 'Getting Kane early was a big moment. He is a world-class player, and we knew his wicket would put pressure on their middle order,' Robinson added.
Team Spirit
Robinson also highlighted the team's unity. 'Everyone is contributing, whether it's with the ball, in the field, or in the dressing room. That's what Test cricket is all about. We are not giving up, and we will keep fighting.'
Match Situation
At stumps on Day 3, New Zealand were 230 for 6, leading by 85 runs. England will look to wrap up the tail quickly on Day 4 and chase a manageable target. Robinson said, 'We believe we can win from here. The pitch is still good, and we have the batting to chase anything under 200. It's all about taking early wickets tomorrow.'
