Kiwis Left Bloodied As Englands Bowlers Seize the Initiative ; Sidebottom Makes Breakthrough Before Fiery Spell by Anderson Puts Tourists On the Back Foot. David Lloyd Reports From Old Trafford

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ENGLAND were back on a roll at their favourite ground today, bidding to take control of the npower Second Test despite a strong start by New Zealand. But after winning four of their past five matches here, Michael Vaughans men had to bide their time while openers Jamie How and Aaron Redmond put together a stand of 80 to justify Daniel Vettoris decision to bat first on a lively pitch.

That was New Zealands best first-wicket partnership at Test level for four years. However, Ryan Sidebottom struck twice in seven deliveries to send back Redmond and James Marshall shortly before lunch and alter the balance of power.

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Kiwis Left Bloodied As Englands Bowlers Seize the Initiative ; Sidebottom Makes Breakthrough Before Fiery Spell by Anderson Puts Tourists On the Back Foot. David Lloyd Reports From Old Trafford

Jimmy Anderson, given just four overs this morning, looked a completely different proposition after the interval. He not only dismissed How for 64 but also forced Daniel Flynn to retire hurt bloo...

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