England beat New Zealand by six wickets

Half century from Luke Wright and Steven Finn take 3 for 16 keep Defending champions England's hopes alive in the ICC World Twenty20 2012 with six wicket win over New Zealnad in the Super Eights on Saturday.

Luke Wright made 76 off just 43 balls and Eion Morgan 30 guide England to reach the target 149 in 18.5 overs. after were restricted to 148/6 in 20 overs.

England paceman Steven never allowed Zealand batsmans to score.He claimed 3 wickets for 16 runs. James Franklin top scorer for New Zealand with 50 off 30 balls.

England top order not shined for previous two games, but Luke Wright and Eoin Morgan batted well. they add 89 runs for the third wicket.This is the second loss for New Zealand after losing Super Over match against Sri Lanka. 

Luke named as the Man of the Match. New Zealand will take on West Indies and England will meet Sri Lanka on Monday.

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