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England beat New Zealand by seven wickets in first T20

England beat New Zealand by seven wickets in first T20

James Vincent top-scored for the tourists with 59, notching his maiden T20 half century as England chased down New Zealand’s 154-run target in 18.3 overs.

A three-wicket haul from spinner Mitchell Santner was not enough to rescue the Black Caps, whose batting line-up failed to fire after England won the toss and opted to bowl.The second fixture in the five-match series takes place in Wellington on Sunday.