12:36

Australia lead by 417 runs overnight. Of course, that’s more than enough by any meaningful historical measure - indeed, the highest target chased in the fourth innings to win is 418. But it doesn’t mean the Black Caps are giving up, or anything close to it. By fighting back in the final hour they have something else to take to Melbourne on Boxing Day, regardless of how this ultimately finishes. Righto, that’s enough for me today. Enjoy your Saturday. Talk tomorrow!

