NZ vs ENG Today Match Prediction: New Zealand (NZ) National cricket team and England (ENG) national cricket team will face off in the 1st ODI Match of the England Tour of New Zealand 2025.
Are you looking for the New Zealand cricket team vs England cricket team Today Match Prediction? Find out in our prediction for today’s NZ vs. ENG match. The New Zealand vs England cricket match will be held on Sunday, October 26, at the Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui, New Zealand.
NZ vs ENG Match Details & Live Streaming:
| Match No. | NZ vs ENG 1st ODI Match |
| Tournament | England Tour of New Zealand 2025 |
| Date & Time | Sunday, October 26, 6:30 AM IST |
| Venue | Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui, New Zealand |
| Live Streaming | Fancode |
NZ vs ENG Today Match Prediction – Team Analysis
New Zealand (NZ) Cricket Team Analysis
New Zealand won the last ODI series against Pakistan by 3-0. Before that, they lost the final of the Champions Trophy against India. They have won four out of the last five matches. They played their last match against Pakistan, which they won by 43 runs. In this match, Michael Bracewell was the highest run scorer for NZ, who scored 59 runs, while Ben Sears picked up 5 wickets.
New Zealand’s Team Strength:
- Kane Williamson: Most experienced batsman; recent form 194 runs in the last three ODI matches.
- Mark Chapman: Middle-order batter, scored 132 runs in the last ODI.
- Mitchell Santner: All-rounder. He has taken 6 wickets in the last three ODI matches.
- Matt Henry: He will lead the bowling attack and took 8 wickets in the last three ODI matches.
- Jacob Duffy: He showcased excellent bowling performance in the last three ODI matches.
England (ENG) Cricket Team Analysis
England lost the last ODI series against South Africa by 2-1. Before that, they won the ODI series against the West Indies. England has won three out of the last five matches. They played the last match against South Africa, which they won by a massive margin of 342 runs. In this match, Jacob Bethell and Joe Root both delivered excellent centuries, while in the bowling department, Jofra Archer picked up 4 wickets.
England’s Team Strength:
- Jos Buttler: He has accumulated two half-centuries continuously in a row.
- Joe Root: He delivered a remarkable performance in his last ODI against SA.
- Jacob Bethell: He played an aggressive inning of 110 runs in 82 balls in the previous match.
- Liam Dawson: Key all-rounder who can make a significant role in the upcoming match.
- Jofra Archer: He will lead the bowling attack and took 8 wickets in the last two ODIs.
New Zealand vs England 1st ODI: Probable Playing 11
New Zealand Probable XI:
Will Young, Rachin Ravindra, Kane Williamson, Tom Latham (wicketkeeper), Daryl Mitchell, Mark Chapman, Michael Bracewell, Mitchell Santner (captain), Zakary Foulkes, Jacob Duffy, Matt Henry
England Probable XI:
Ben Duckett, Jamie Smith (wicketkeeper), Joe Root, Jacob Bethell, Harry Brook (captain), Jos Buttler, Sam Curran, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid, Sonny Baker, Luke Wood
New Zealand vs England 1st ODI Players To Watch Out for
Who will be the top run scorers for New Zealand today?
Kane Williamson is our pick to top-score for New Zealand.
Who will be the top run scorers for England today?
Joe Root is our pick to top-score for England.
Who will pick the most wickets for New Zealand in the match?
Pick: Matt Henry to take the most wickets for New Zealand.
Who will pick the most wickets for England in the match?
Pick: Jofra Archer to take the most wickets for England.
New Zealand vs England, Which Team Will score more sixes?
We expect ENG to hit more sixes in this match
New Zealand vs England, Which Team Will score more fours?
We expect ENG to hit more fours in this match.
Who will win today’s England Tour of New Zealand match between NZ and ENG?
- NZ recently lost the T20I series, which has dented their confidence a bit.
- In head-to-heads, England has dominated New Zealand (7-3).
- Overall, England looks the more balanced side.
Prediction: England to win.
Disclaimer: This prediction is based on player stats, form, and match conditions. Cricket is unpredictable; consider other factors before making decisions.
