England collapse as they lose three wickets in five balls

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England's batting order crumbled on day two of the first Test against New Zealand at Lord's, with Harry Brook, Joe Root, and Ben Stokes all dismissed in a devastating five-ball span. The rapid succession of wickets punctured England's hopes of building a substantial first-innings total. New Zealand's bowlers exploited the conditions to dismantle three of England's most experienced batters in what represents a significant momentum shift in the match.