England's cricketers have claimed their first Test win of the summer after beating New Zealand by 115 runs in the opening match at Lord's. The visitors, led by Kane Williamson, were dismissed for just 207 in their second innings, thanks in large part to a fine display from seam bowler Gus Atkinson.
Atkinson took five wickets for just 30 runs, including the crucial scalp of captain Williamson, as England wrapped up the victory and secured an early lead in the two-match series. The 115-run win is a welcome boost for the hosts ahead of the second Test at Edgbaston next week.
Atkinson's impressive figures are his third five-wicket haul in just six Tests, and he will be looking to continue his form as England aim to clinch the series.
The victory also marked a successful return to Test cricket for England captain Ben Stokes, who had been out of action for several months with injury. Stokes played a key role in the win, scoring 60 runs in the second innings and taking two wickets in New Zealand's first innings.