New Zealand need 180 to confirm their semi-final slot and also finish as the group topper. England won a good toss and their openers set-up a robust platform, with both Alex Hales and Jos Buttler compiling half-centuries, the latter being fortunate to be dropped twice. Spin did peg things back, but with wickets in the tank, England were always setting themselves for a big finish. A handy innings from Liam Livingstone nullified the otherwise decent operation by New Zealand at the death. 54 came off the final 5 overs and England will reckon they’ve a good chance at defending this score.
Jos Buttler gets his 18th half-century in T20I cricket on his 100th cap 🙌
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