New Zealand has battled to delay the inevitable but England eventually hurried to an eight wicket win in the first test and a 1-0 lead in the three-match series.

Debutant Bethell’s quick 50 and Carse’s six-for help the visitors seal an emphatic win on day four in Christchurch.

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