ENG vs NZ T20I Series 2025: The England vs New Zealand T20I Series 2025 is all set to take place in New Zealand, featuring a three-match contest between two top cricketing nations. Both sides will use this series to test their bench strength ahead of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026.
Fans can expect some exciting cricket as New Zealand go up against England and their trademark aggressive “Bazball” approach in a bilateral showdown.
ENG vs NZ T20I Series 2025: Home Advantage for New Zealand, Explosive Lineup for England
New Zealand will enjoy the comfort of home conditions, which always gives them a slight edge. However, England’s powerful batting unit and fearless playing style make them a tough opponent anywhere in the world. This series promises to be a thrilling battle between two teams looking to regain momentum after a disappointing 2024 T20 World Cup campaign.
Santner and Brook to Lead Their Teams
Mitchell Santner will captain New Zealand, while Harry Brook takes charge of the England side. Both are talented batters, but for Brook, this series carries extra importance as he looks to prove himself as a leader while continuing England’s new style of attacking cricket.
Both Teams Eye Redemption After T20 World Cup 2024
Neither England nor New Zealand reached the semi-finals in the 2024 T20 World Cup, and the Kiwis couldn’t even make it to the Super Eight stage. With the next T20 World Cup scheduled for February 2026 in India and Sri Lanka, both teams are eager to fine-tune their squads and strategies through this series.
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ENG vs NZ T20I Series 2025 Schedule:
| Match | Date | Venue | Time (IST) / (Local) |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENG vs NZ 1st T20I | October 18, 2025 | Hagley Oval, Christchurch | 11:45 AM (IST) / 7:15 PM (Local) |
| ENG vs NZ 2nd T20I | October 20, 2025 | Hagley Oval, Christchurch | 11:45 AM (IST) / 7:15 PM (Local) |
| ENG vs NZ 3rd T20I | October 23, 2025 | Eden Park, Auckland | 11:45 AM (IST) / 7:15 PM (Local) |
ENG vs NZ T20I Series 2025 T20I Head-to-Head Record
| Total Matches | England Won | New Zealand Won |
|---|---|---|
| 27 | 16 | 10 |
Where to Watch ENG vs NZ T20I Series 2025:
Cricket fans across the globe can tune in to watch all the action live:
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India: Sony Sports, SonyLIV & Fancode
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UK/Ireland: Sky Sports
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New Zealand: Sky TV NZ (Sky Sports 1 & Sky Sports 3)
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Pakistan: A Sports & Tapmad/Tamasha App
For live scorecards and match updates, fans can check Cricbuzz, ESPNcricinfo, and the ICC official website.
Hagley Oval Pitch Report
Hagley Oval in Christchurch is known for its balanced wickets. Fast bowlers usually get some early help, but overall, it’s a good batting surface. The pitch offers nice bounce and pace, which means we might see some high-scoring encounters here.
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Eden Park Pitch Report
Eden Park in Auckland is slightly more favorable for bowlers, especially pacers who can make the most of seam and swing in the early overs. Even so, the average score here is around 161, showing that batters can still play freely. Interestingly, teams batting first have a good record at this venue.
ENG vs NZ T20I Series 2025 Squads
England T20I Squad:
Harry Brook (Captain), Jos Buttler, Sam Curran, Phil Salt, Tom Banton, Jordon Cox, Zak Crawley, Jacob Bethell, Rehan Ahmed, Brydon Carse, Liam Dawson, Jamie Overton, Sonny Baker, Adil Rashid, Luke Wood.
New Zealand T20I Squad:
Mitchell Santner (Captain), Michael Bracewell, Rachin Ravindra, Tim Robinson, Tim Seifert, Devon Conway, Daryl Mitchell, Bevon Jacobs, Jimmy Neesham, Mark Chapman, Matt Henry, Kyle Jamieson, Jacob Duffy, Zak Foulkes.
With both teams eager to bounce back and sharpen their skills ahead of the 2026 T20 World Cup, the England vs New Zealand T20I Series 2025 promises exciting cricket, fierce competition, and plenty of fireworks for fans around the world.
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