Ian Botham doubts England victory against New Zealand

Former all-rounder Ian Botham has praised New Zealand and declared them as favourites to win the second Test against England.

The Black Caps finished day three with a lead of 338 runs thanks to a century from BJ Watling and neat half-centuries from Martin Guptill and Brendon McCullum.

Botham told Sky Sports News: "It would be exceptional if England get to 350. If the opposition get that many, it's backs to the wall stuff so New Zealand will be very, very happy.

"I thought they played good cricket all day. They've really bossed the game. BJ Watling was magnificent, while McCullum played himself in – he wanted to occupy the crease."

England won the first Test at Lord's last week.