New Zealand's bowling attack struck four times during the morning session on day three of the third men's cricket Test at Trent Bridge on Saturday.
England reached lunch at 314-6 in response to New Zealand's first-innings total of 438, according to AP.
Harry Brook remained unbeaten on 51, while Gus Atkinson was 8 not out, steadying the innings after the early collapse.
Statistical analysis from CricViz gives England a 45 percent chance of winning the match, compared to New Zealand's 20 percent.
Despite their strong session, New Zealand's squad faces severe depletion due to injuries and absences.
Blair Tickner is sidelined with a possible concussion, their primary spinner has conceded heavy runs, and their top batsman from the opening two Tests remains unavailable.
The host team remains vulnerable to a substantial first-innings deficit on a dry batting surface.
