The upcoming high-stakes clash presents two powerhouse teams at an intense juncture of their Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 journeys. England Women are stationed at the upper end of the table, firmly in the hunt for a semifinal berth. On the other hand, New Zealand Women are looking to build late-stage momentum and close the gap against their Group B rivals after a mixed start to the tournament.
For the English side, this game is about much more than just a simple victory; they want to dictate terms right from the opening delivery and secure a massive win to optimize their statistical standing. Meanwhile, the White Ferns have nothing left to lose and can afford to play an aggressive, uninhibited brand of cricket, hoping to catch the favorites off guard if any complacency creeps in.
Head-to-Head:
- Played – 43
- England wins – 34
- New Zealand wins – 9
England and New Zealand last faced off in a T20I bilateral campaign in the leadup to the T20 World Cup, where England registered a dominant 201 series win over New Zealand. Similarly, England leads the head-to-head battle against New Zealand 34-9.
Squads:
England Women’s Cricket Team
Heather Knight (C), Lauren Bell, Maia Bouchier, Alice Capsey, Charlie Dean, Sophia Dunkley, Sophie Ecclestone, Lauren Filer, Danielle Gibson, Sarah Glenn, Bess Heath, Amy Jones, Freya Kemp, Nat Sciver-Brunt, Danni Wyatt-Hodge.
New Zealand Women’s Cricket Team
Sophie Devine (C), Suzie Bates, Eden Carson, Izzy Gaze, Maddy Green, Brooke Halliday, Fran Jonas, Leigh Kasperek, Amelia Kerr, Jess Kerr, Rosemary Mair, Molly Penfold, Georgia Plimmer, Hannah Rowe, Lea Tahuhu.
Where to Watch England Women vs New Zealand Women?
Fans in India can watch the match live on Star Sports channels. Live streaming will be available on the JioHotstar website and app.
Schedule:
England Women ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 Fixtures –
June 15: vs South Africa Women, Manchester – Won by 5 wickets
June 18: vs Pakistan Women, Birmingham – Won by 48 runs
June 22: vs India Women, Lord’s – Lost by 4 wickets
June 28: vs New Zealand Women, Leeds
New Zealand Women ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 Fixtures –
June 14: vs India Women, Leeds – Lost by 6 wickets
June 19: vs Pakistan Women, Nottingham – Won by 34 runs
June 23: vs South Africa Women, Bristol – Lost by 5 wickets
June 28: vs England Women, Leeds
Broadcast and Live Streaming Details:
For fans in India, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bhutan and Maldives –
Catch all the live action on Star Sports channels and JioHotstar.
For fans in Australia –
Catch all the live action on Prime Video.
For fans in the United Kingdom and Northern Ireland –
Catch all the live action on Sky Sports Cricket and Sky Sports Main Event.
For fans in the United States and Canada –
Catch all the live action on Willow TV.
For fans in New Zealand –
Catch all the live action on Sky Sport.
For fans in South Africa and Sub-Saharan Africa –
Catch all the live action on SuperSport Cricket.
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