Fast bowler Steve Finn became an unlikely batting hero Sunday, making an unbeaten 53 as nightwatchman to guide England towards a draw on the final day of the first test against New Zealand.
Finn came to the wicket when captain Alastair Cook was dismissed for 116 just before stumps on day four and batted throughout the first two sessions Sunday to lead England to 382-4 in its second innings at tea, a lead of 89.
He formed partnerships of 34 for the second wicket with Nick Compton, who was out for 117, then 90 for the third wicket with Jonathan Trott, who was dismissed in the second session for 52.
Kevin Pietersen, looking out of form, was out for 12 as New Zealand's bowlers battled hard in unhelpful conditions.