ENG Batting Crisis Reaches Catastrophic Levels: Can They Survive NZ Onslaught?

England's hopes of a series clean sweep received a massive blow on day two of the third Test as they suffered a dismal batting collapse against a dominant New Zealand side in Hamilton.

The touring side folded for a paltry 143 runs, providing New Zealand with a commanding lead and a golden opportunity to record a consolation victory in the series. It was another uninspiring display by the England batting lineup, as they failed to put up a strong resistance against the Kiwi bowlers.

The Kiwis, aware of the opportunity to turn the tables on their English counterparts, capitalized on the situation and continued to pile on the runs to take control of the match. As the game headed into the latter stages of day two, it seemed like the writing was on the wall for a disspirited English side.

The dismal display by the England batsmen served as a major wake-up call for the team. With the Ashes series just around the corner, England's underwhelming batting performance is likely to raise concerns among the selectors and fans alike. Questions are bound to be asked about the team's ability to cope with the pressure of big games.

For New Zealand, on the other hand, this performance would have served as a much-needed shot in the arm. Despite the series already being lost, the Kiwis have shown great resilience and determination to drive home the advantage and snatch a win in the final Test.

As the Test enters its remaining stages, England's main priority would be to restore some semblance of pride and put up a respectable total in the second innings. However, with New Zealand in the driver's seat, it seems like a tall order for a beleaguered English side to turn the tables and snatch a victory from the jaws of defeat.