Rain ends play early
England chasing Test record 455 to win
NZ add 116 runs in 16 overs
Second Test, day four, Headingley
England lead two-match series 1-0
Michael Vaughan
Ex-England captain on BBC Test Match Special
What's your prediction for the Ashes? Will we face humiliation?
"It will be more competitive than people think. But over five matches, Australia look stronger. Both teams have batting power, but more of the Aussies are in form and they have the better bowling. 3-1 Australia."
Guy in Bristol: As a veteran of both 2013 3rd year law exams and the NZ tour of the same year. I feel I must say that following TMS is, tragically, very much the wrong choice for students. Conversely, as an office worker ensconced in a menial job, it is very much the right one.
Michael Vaughan
Ex-England captain on BBC Test Match Special
Which bowling partnership, throughout the history of Test cricket, would you least liked to have faced at Headingley as an opening batsman?
"Probably Trueman and McGrath. I saw Hadlee, but didn't see enough of him to put him ahead of McGrath."
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Graeme Swann
Ex-England spinner on BBC Test Match Special
"I'm always amazed how long it takes England to go spin when tail-enders are teeing off. If you look at any T20 competition in the world, eight of the top 10 bowlers will be spinners. When there is pace off the ball, the batsmen have to have to time it perfectly, and you can have men on the boundary."
Michael Vaughan
Ex-England captain on BBC Test Match Special
Will Mitchell Starc succeed bowling in English conditions?
"Yes he could. Unfortunately for England, he could have the impact that Mitchell Johnson had. He's definitely got the ability to strike in Test cricket."
Alexander Guy Walton: Re: picture of Ryan Sidebottom (14:11). Looking like Eric Idle mid 70s.
Michael Vaughan
Ex-England captain on BBC Test Match Special
In your opinion who was/is the better batsman - Gooch or Cook?
"Gooch will win you more games. I have huge admiration for Cook, but if I had to choose one it'd be Gooch."
Graeme Swann
Ex-England spinner on BBC Test Match Special
"Slip is not the position for Ian Bell. for years he's been reticent to field there for England, because he's a worrier. Adam Lyth is a very good slip fielder. Ian Bell is the best bat-pad fielder in the world."
Michael Vaughan
Ex-England captain on BBC Test Match Special
Who is the best bowler you have ever faced? And would he be able to clean bowl Boycott?
"Spin - Murali in Sri Lanka. Pace - Glenn McGrath from the Pavilion End at Lord's."
Graeme Swann
Ex-England spinner on BBC Test Match Special
"With a new ball, the slips can stand closer to each other because the new ball tends to skid on a bit and the edges tend to be finer. With the old ball, you have to leave a bit more space and second slip moves towards the batsman. When we played India, I would go closer to Dravid, whereas with Sehwag I would take two or three yards."
An extra cover is being brought out to join those already there. Bad times.
Meanwhile, Vic Marks on TMS is questioning Graeme Swann (an excellent second slip in his day) about slip fielders' placement. Should they move for different batsmen?
Graeme Swann
Ex-England spinner on BBC Test Match Special
"It's amazing how you look at the scoreboard when you're trying to bowl a team out in the fourth innings. It's only when you have a bit more experience, especially as a spinner, that you learn to be patient."
Alexander Guy Walton: Re: picture of Ryan Sidebottom. Looking like Eric Idle mid 70s.
BBC Radio Test Match Special
Ex-England seamer Ryan Sidebottom on TMS: "I just don't think in this country, left armers have been fashionable. We look too much to 90mph bowlers, what about the skill? I think Boult and Southee have shown a lot of skill in swinging the ball. I'd like to see that a bit more from England, pitch the ball up and really challenge the batsman's stumps."
Stand by on the TMS Facebook page, external - the Michael Vaughan Q&A is about to start.
Richard Harmon: Positives - Opening pair, Wood, Broad. Negatives - Bell, Ali, no frontline spinner. A long way to go before the Ashes.
BBC Radio Test Match Special
Ex-England seamer Ryan Sidebottom on TMS: "I love your commentary. I love listening to this man [Boycott] even if he goes on a bit!"
James Pinder: I'm sure when this series was scheduled NZ weren't quite the side they are now!
BBC Radio Test Match Special
Ex-England seamer Ryan Sidebottom on TMS: "In this era you do a lot more training in the gym, lot more work and graft, we have yoga now which we do on a regular basis, it certainly helped me as I feel fit as a fiddle when I play. It hasn't take its toll on me just yet."
Image source, PAIf you're just joining us, the players only managed four overs after lunch before they went off for rain at 13:56. Light but persistent rain, the covers are on and no sign of a particularly prompt resumption.