Test Cricket Preview: England v New Zealand

The test summer is nearly here as England take on New Zealand this week in the first home test of the summer at Lord’s. Star’s own William Kedjanyi is joined by fellow test cricket lover Oscar Livesey – Lodwick to preview what is a massive summer for England’s test team and their new captain Ben Stokes.

Can the hosts overcome several fast-bowling injuries whilst trying to fix their top order problems? Can New Zealand overcome a lack of proper red ball preparation, as they enter a transitional period?

William and Oscar take a deep dive into both sides, spot the trends to look out for during this summer, and attempt to find value in the outright and first test markets, including 16/1 and 25/1 shots for Player of the Match at Lord’s!