New Zealand takes control of the match after closing day three with a large advantage over England. According to the reporting, New Zealand finishes the day with a 352-run lead and seven wickets remaining, leaving England needing both time and decisive innings moments to alter the contest. The coverage describes England as failing to deliver in key phases of play, allowing New Zealand to maintain pressure and build its advantage. With two days still to play, New Zealand has the option to push for victory while also having the cushion to manage risk. The accounts agree that New Zealand’s performance on the third day is central to the shift in momentum, with England unable to break through sufficiently during the period when wickets and lower-order resistance could have reduced the deficit. Overall, the match enters the final stages with New Zealand in a strong position and England facing a demanding challenge to prevent the game from slipping further away.