New Zealand tour of England, 2026 kicks off with a highly anticipated clash at Trent Bridge. In a blockbuster opener for both teams, England will face co-hosts New Zealand at 03:30 PM (IST) - 10:00 AM (GMT) Thursday, 25th June 2026. As the cricketing world turns its eyes to this thrilling encounter, we break down the teams, conditions, and key players to predict who will emerge victorious.
ENG vs NZ (England vs New Zealand) Match Details
| Match | ENG vs NZ |
| League | New Zealand tour of England, 2026 |
| Date | Thursday, 25th June 2026 |
| Time | 03:30 PM (IST) - 10:00 AM (GMT) |
| Match Venue | Trent Bridge, Nottingham, England |
England vs New Zealand (ENG vs NZ) Match Preview
In the second Test match, New Zealand batted first and scored a total of 391 runs before being bowled out. Tom Latham and Devon Conway were dismissed without scoring many runs. Following their dismissals, Rachin Ravindra and Daryl Mitchell steadied the innings, scoring 33 and 44 runs respectively. Glenn Phillips played a match-changing innings, scoring 100 runs off 135 balls. He combined well with the lower-order batters to help New Zealand reach a total of 391 in the first innings.
The England team was bowled out for 291 runs in their first innings. Ben Duckett and Emilio Gay got off to a strong start; Duckett scored 36 and Gay scored 53. Joe Root, James Rew, and Harry Brook made promising starts but failed to convert them into big scores. Matthew Fisher played well alongside the lower-order batters, remaining unbeaten on 50 to help England reach 291 runs in the first innings.
ENG vs NZ 3rd Test Pitch Report
The third Test match between England and New Zealand is being played at Trent Bridge, Nottingham. With the series level at 1-1, pitch conditions could play a crucial role.
While the pitches for the first two Tests at Lord's and The Oval were challenging and bowler-friendly, the Trent Bridge pitch is expected to be quite flat and favorable for batting.
Regarding bounce and pace, the surface here has remained consistent over the past few years; once batsmen negotiate any early movement, they can play their shots with confidence.
The weather in Nottingham is currently warm and dry. The lack of moisture suggests the pitch will dry out quickly, likely reducing sustained seam movement and making it an excellent surface for posting a big score in the first innings.
Who will win today 3rd Test match between England vs New Zealand?
Aaj ka ENG vs NZ match kon jeetega: The decisive third Test match between England and New Zealand begins today (June 25, 2026) at Trent Bridge, Nottingham; the series is currently level at 1-1.
It is difficult to predict with certainty which team will lift the trophy, as five days of red-ball cricket can witness many twists and turns.
Early match simulations give England a slight edge, with a 52.6% chance of winning, compared to New Zealand's 36.9% (and a 10.5% probability of a draw).
The host team has received a significant psychological boost with the return of regular captain Ben Stokes to anchor the middle order, alongside fast bowler Gus Atkinson, who is back to spearhead the bowling attack.
New Zealand cannot be underestimated either. They are coming off a commanding 253-run victory in the second Test at 'The Kia Oval' and will aim to carry that excellent form into the match at Trent Bridge.
ENG vs NZ Test Head-to-Head Record
- Matches Played- 115
- Won by ENG- 54
- Won by NZ- 14
- Tied- 47
ENG vs NZ Match Playing 11
England (ENG) Possible Playing 11: 1. Emilio Gay, 2. Ben Duckett, 3. Jacob Bethell, 4. Joe Root, 5. Harry Brook, 6. Jamie Smith(WK), 7. Ben Stokes(C), 8. Gus Atkinson, 9. Jofra Archer, 10. Josh Tongue, 11. Shoaib Bashir
New Zealand (NZ) Possible Playing 11: 1. Devon Conway(WK), 2. Tom Latham(WK)(C), 3. Henry Nicholls, 4. Rachin Ravindra, 5. Daryl Mitchell, 6. Tom Blundell(WK), 7. Glenn Phillips, 8. Nathan Smith, 9. Kyle Jamieson, 10. Matt Henry, 11. William O Rourke
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