England coach Brendon McCullum felt relief after his side defeated New Zealand in the first Test at Lord’s on Sunday. The result follows a difficult spell for the team after their 4-1 Ashes series loss to Australia.
New Zealand’s seamers dominated a tricky pitch that offered little for batters. England struggled early but held firm to take a 1-0 lead in the three-match series.
McCullum told Sky Sports that the side must remain adaptable to varying surfaces rather than follow a rigid plan. He praised the clear communication among players during the match, which helped them adjust effectively. Focus stayed on defending straight deliveries while attacking wider balls to keep the scoreboard moving in a low-scoring contest.
