England vs New Zealand Third Test: Start time, teams, toss, scorecard, weather and how to follow

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England and New Zealand conclude their three-match Test series this week at Trent Bridge, with the score locked at 1-1.The series has been dominated by events off the pitch rather than on it, and Ben Stokes has returned to lead the team in Nottingham.Stokes was forced to sit out the second Test at The OvalGettyThe England captain was suspended for the second Test after he and Gus Atkinson ‘breached specific contractual obligations’ after their first Test win at Lord’s.England were then crushed at The Oval last week, losing by over 250 runs to a New Zealand side inspired by Matt Henry.So, after Joe Root stepped in as captain last time out, Stokes is back to lead the team as they eye a much-needed series victory.The weather will be a big talking point for the third Test with hot conditions of up to 35C expected over the first three days of action.Given the heat and humidity, there is also the possibility of some stormy weather later in the match.England vs New Zealand third Test: Date and how to followThis Test match will take place at Trent Bridge in Nottingham.It is due to get going on Thursday, June 25 and will end on Monday, June 29 if all five days are needed.Play is scheduled to start at 11am each day.The action will be on Sky Sports Main Event and Cricket.Atkinson and Stokes have served their punishment and are now back in the England teamSky Go customers can stream the action through laptops or mobile devices.Alternatively, a NOW TV pass can be purchased, with various different options.talkSPORT will have updates throughout and if you live outside of the UK, you can listen to live ball-by-ball commentary of the action on the talkSPORT Cricket YouTube channel.Jon Norman and Neil Manthorp will be joined by England legend Steve Harmison and former New Zealand star Jeremy Coney as well as Kiwi journalist Melinda Farrell.England vs New Zealand: Team newsEnglandBen DuckettEmilio GayJacob BethellJoe RootHarry BrookJamie Smith (wk)Ben Stokes (c)Gus AtkinsonJofra ArcherJosh TongueShoaib BashirNew ZealandTom Latham (c)Devon ConwayHenry NichollsRachin RavindraDaryl MitchellTom Blundell (wk)Mitch SantnerNathan SmithBlair TicknerBen SearsWill O’RourkeToss: New Zealand won the toss and decided to batOfficials: Nitin Menon, Rod Tucker, Adrian Holdstock, Andy Pycroft, Martin SaggersScorecard: Latest scores from Trent BridgeKane Williamson shocked everyone with immediate retirement following the first TestEngland vs New Zealand: What has been said?When confirming Stokes’ return, the ECB outlined what they found he and Atkinson had done wrong.The statement said: “Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson have been included in the England Men’s squad for the third Rothesay Test against New Zealand following the conclusion of an ECB disciplinary hearing in relation to their conduct in the early hours of Monday 8 June.“Stokes and Atkinson were found to have breached specific contractual obligations that require England players to at all times maintain the highest standards of conduct and act in the best interests of England cricket.“In addition to not being considered for selection for the second Rothesay Test, they have both been given a written warning as to their conduct.“It was also concluded that no blame should be attached to the players for violent conduct at the nightclub.“Stokes was not involved in the altercation and did not witness either incident.“The evidence the ECB has seen demonstrates that Atkinson was the victim of unprovoked attacks and did not retaliate on either occasion.”It is now just two wins from the last nine Tests for EnglandGettyEngland head coach Brendon McCullum insists that there are no issues between he and Stokes.Speaking after the defeat at The Oval, he said: “I’ve said all the way along we’ve worked together intimately for four years. We’ve achieved some cool things and we’ve let ourselves down on other things.“Our motivation, our belief and our vision for this side have not wavered. We still want to make the England cricket team the best possible and to have long-term, sustainable success.“We have robust conversations all the time and I think that’s to be expected when you’re in positions of leadership.“There’s a mutual respect in how we operate and, normally, we’re able to navigate through those conversations and maintain a collaborative approach.“It’s really important to separate the actions from the man. As leaders, we help set standards and try to abide by them constantly. Occasionally there will be mistakes. You address them and then move on.“I’ve been very clear and very supportive of Ben, particularly this week. I anticipate we’ll be able to work together really well moving forward. I’m sure we still share the same vision for this team.”