England face defeat in Stokes' farewell as NZ dominate

England and New Zealand clashed in a high‑stakes cricket test, with veteran Ben Stokes playing his final match for England. The hosts struggled against New Zealand's aggressive Bazball approach, leading to a likely defeat. Stokes' departure marks the end of an era and prompts a reshuffle of England's batting line‑up. The result will influence upcoming series selections and team strategy.