New Zealand in command

Chris Martin took five for 65 as New Zealand dismissed Bangladesh for 143 then reached on 134 for three at stumps Saturday, the first day of the second Test. New Zealand were 35 for two before former captain Stephen Fleming and opener Craig Cumming joined in an 83-run third wicket partnership which restored the authority the home side had enjoyed from the opening overs. Cumming was out for 42 before stumps but Fleming held the innings together and was 39 not out at the close of play. Mathew Sinclair was nine not out.

Brief Scores: Bangladesh, 1st Innings: 143 M Ashraful 35,A Ahmed not out 25: C Martin 5/65, O8217;Brien 3/34 vs New Zealand, 1st Innings: 134/3 C Cumming 42, P Fulton 22,S Fleming batting 39