The 2nd T20 match between England and New Zealand in their 2025 series is scheduled for Monday, October 20, 2025, at Hagley Oval, Christchurch, starting at 11:45 AM IST. The first match was washed out due to rain after the first innings. England’s all-rounder Sam Curran performed notably in the opener, scoring an unbeaten 49 off 35 balls. New Zealand showed bowling depth with all six bowlers taking wickets. Both teams will aim for a strong performance to gain an early series lead before the final match at Auckland.
Team analysis suggests New Zealand may go with a seamer-heavy line-up owing to injuries to Ben Sears, Finn Allen, and others. Their likely playing XI includes Tim Seifert (wk), Tim Robinson, Rachin Ravindra, Mark Chapman, Daryl Mitchell, Michael Bracewell, Jimmy Neesham, Mitchell Santner (c), Kyle Jamieson, Matt Henry, and Jacob Duffy. England might retain most of their squad from the first game if no major changes are made.
Historically in T20Is, England leads the head-to-head against New Zealand with 16 wins to 10 out of 28 matches. However, encounters at Hagley Oval have favored England (2 wins out of 3 matches) as well. The matches are typically competitive and close-fought.
ENG vs NZ Match Details
- Match: 2nd T20 Match
- Teams: England vs New Zealand
- Date: 20 Oct 2025
- Time: 11:15 AM 06:15 AM GMT / 07:15 PM LOCAL
- Venue: Hagley Oval, Christchurch
AUS vs NZ Live Streaming Info
The 2nd T20 Match Between England and New Zealand is scheduled for October 20, 2025. This T20 match is at the Hagley Oval, Christchurch Cricket Stadium.
- In India: The match will be broadcast on Sony Sports Network and live streaming will be available on FanCode and Amazon Prime Video (SonyLiv app).
- In New Zealand: The match will be telecast on TVNZ 1 and streamed live on Sky Sport Now.
- In Australia: Telecast is available on Foxtel, Kayo Sports, and Fox Cricket channel (Channel 501) with live streaming on Kayo and Foxtel platforms.
- In Pakistan and other regions, platforms like Tapmad may also provide live streaming options
How to Watch the Match for Free:
To watch the New Zealand vs England 2nd T20I match for free, the best option is through TVNZ+ if you are located in New Zealand, as it is streaming the match live and free. If you are outside New Zealand, you can use a VPN (Virtual Private Network) to access TVNZ+ by appearing as if you are browsing from New Zealand, thus bypassing geo-restrictions. ExpressVPN is a popular choice for its speed and reliability.
For viewers in the UK, the match will be available on TNT Sports via a subscription, but this is not free.
Live Streaming Info:
The 2nd T20 match will be live on Willow TV.
Live Score Info:
Probable Playing XI:
New Zealand Playing XI: Tim Robinson, Devon Conway, Rachin Ravindra, Tim Seifert (wk), Daryl Mitchell, Mitchell Santner (captain), James Neesham, Jacob Duffy, Kyle Jamieson, Adam Milne, Ish Sodhi
England Playing XI: Harry Brook (captain), Phil Salt, Jos Buttler (wk), Jacob Bethell, Tom Banton, Sam Curran, Jordan Cox, Brydon Carse, Liam Dawson, Adil Rashid, Luke Wood.
FAQs
What is the match date and venue?
The 2nd T20I is on October 20, 2025, at Hagley Oval, Christchurch.
What time does the match start?
The match starts at 11:45 AM IST (Indian Standard Time).
Where can I watch the match live?
In New Zealand, it is live on TVNZ+ and TVNZ 1. In England, TNT Sports 1 and Discovery+ stream the series. In India, Sony Sports Network channels broadcast live, with streaming available on the Sony LIV app and website.
What is the head-to-head record?
England leads with 16 wins to New Zealand’s 10 in T20 internationals.
Who are the key players to watch?
Sam Curran (England) and Kyle Jamieson (New Zealand) are significant threats.
Will there be any other formats after this series?
Yes, a three-match ODI series follows starting October 26, 2025.
How can I watch if I am outside these countries?
Using a VPN to access home country streams like TVNZ+ or Sony LIV is recommended.