India, June 7 -- England have wrapped up a massive 115-run victory on a tricky surface as New Zealand collapsed on Day 4 in a run-chase of 254 at the Lord's Cricket Ground, which also hosted its 150th Test. In the process, New Zealand have slipped in the latest World Test Championship (WTC), while England have slightly boosted their prospects of reaching the final with a 115-run win and taken a 1-0 lead in the three-game series.

England bounce back remarkably after folding for 140 on Day 1

With the ball seaming plenty almost the whole of Test, New Zealand captain Tom Latham's decision to put England into bat was justified as the hosts folded for 140, with only Harry Brook scoring a half-century. But the Kiwis ended Day 1, teetering at 6...