While the first test match between England and New Zealand played at Lord's was a treat to cricket purists, MCC didn't shy away from apologizing for the extra bounce on the pitch.

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LONDON (AP) — England was reduced to 118-8 by New Zealand when bad light stopped play before tea on day one Thursday of the first test at Lord's. England lost seven wickets for 94 runs in 23.1 overs allowed in the post-lunch session.

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