McKenzie blunts England's attack

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England finally made their second breakthrough shortly before lunch on the second day at Edgbaston, but South Africa cemented their strong position as they reached 104 for 2. Neil McKenzie fought hard in bowler-friendly conditions with a half-century and was well supported by nightwatchman Paul Harris in a stand of 77. Ryan Sidebottom eventually extracted Harris, but England need further quick wickets to stay in the match, reports Cricinfo.

Play was delayed by 15 minutes after a heavy shower moved over the ground and the first passage of play last just 15 balls. Conditions were perfect for swing bowling, but England's attack failed to make the most of them. Andrew Flintoff was hostile, but Sidebottom and James Anderson were both wayward, failing to make the batsmen play on off stump.

South Africa 205 for 4 (Kallis 48*, Prince 24*) trail England 231 by 26 runs.