Australia Leads in First Test Against New Zealand, Lyon Stars

Nathan Lyon's all-round performance puts Australia in a strong position, with New Zealand chasing 369 for victory.

• Nathan Lyon's exceptional performance with both bat and ball puts Australia in a commanding position against New Zealand in the first Test.
• New Zealand faces a challenging target of 369 runs for victory, with the team ending day three at 111-3.
• Glenn Phillips shines for New Zealand with a five-wicket haul, including key Australian batsmen.
• Steve Smith surpasses Mark Waugh's tally of catches for Australia with a one-handed stunner on day three.
• The match is poised for an exciting conclusion, with New Zealand needing a further 258 runs to achieve a record-breaking chase.

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