The first One Day International (ODI) between New Zealand and England is set to take place on October 26, 2025, at Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui. This match marks the beginning of a three-match ODI series between the two nations.
Match Details
- Date: Sunday, October 26, 2025.
- Venue: Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui.
- Start Time: 6:30 AM IST.
Where to Watch in India
In India, the live telecast of the first ODI between New Zealand and England will be available on the Sony Sports Network. Live streaming will be available on the SonyLiv app.
Series Overview
The England tour of New Zealand includes three ODI matches. Following the first ODI in Mount Maunganui, the series will move to Seddon Park in Hamilton on October 29, and conclude at Sky Stadium in Wellington on November 1.
England won the three-match T20I series 1-0, with two matches washed out due to rain.
Team News and Key Players
Kane Williamson is set to make his return to international cricket in this series. He has been away from the national side since the 2025 Champions Trophy final in March. Kyle Jamieson will miss the ODI series due to stiffness in his left side.
Squads
- New Zealand: The squad includes Mitchell Santner (captain), Kane Williamson, Tom Latham (wk), Devon Conway, Rachin Ravindra, Michael Bracewell, Will Young, Mark Chapman, Jacob Duffy, Matt Henry, Nathan Smith, and Zak Foulkes.
- England: The squad includes Harry Brook (captain), Jos Buttler (wk), Ben Duckett, Joe Root, Jacob Bethell, Rehan Ahmed, Sam Curran, Liam Dawson, Jamie Overton, Tom Banton (wk), Adil Rashid, Brydon Carse, Sonny Baker and Luke Wood.
Venue Conditions
Bay Oval in Mount Maunganui is known to be a good venue for batting. It offers good bounce and pace, allowing batters to play their shots freely. The pitch tends to improve as the game progresses, making it conducive for chasing. Six out of the twelve ODI matches played at this venue have been won by the team batting first, and the other six have been won by the chasing team. Teams that have scored above 300 in the first innings have never lost a game at this venue. The weather forecast for the match day indicates clear skies.
Additional Information
- New Zealand finished as runners-up in the 2025 Champions Trophy.
- England won their previous ODI series against West Indies but lost to South Africa.
- England has won three of the last five ODIs against New Zealand.
- The first ODI will be a day match, commencing at 2:00 PM local time.
