By Tim Douglas 
Cricket fans are in for a thrilling Trans-Tasman showdown as New Zealand welcomes England for an action-packed limited-overs series in October–November 2025. The tour features three T20Is followed by three ODIs, with matches spread across some of New Zealand’s most iconic cricket venues.
The T20I leg begins on October 18 and October 20 in Christchurch, before moving to Auckland for the third match on October 23. The ODI series starts at Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui on October 26, then shifts to Hamilton on October 29, and wraps up in Wellington on November 1.
With power-hitters like Jos Buttler, Harry Brook, Kane Williamson, and Finn Allen expected to light up the stage, fans can anticipate aggressive batting, tactical bowling, and plenty of drama.
England Tour of New Zealand 2025/26 – Full Schedule
| Date | Match | Venue | Local Time | GMT Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct 2025 | 1st T20I (N) | Christchurch | 7:15 PM | 6:15 AM |
| 20 Oct 2025 | 2nd T20I (N) | Christchurch | 7:15 PM | 6:15 AM |
| 23 Oct 2025 | 3rd T20I (N) | Auckland | 7:15 PM | 6:15 AM |
| 26 Oct 2025 | 1st ODI (D/N) | Mount Maunganui | 2:00 PM | 1:00 AM |
| 29 Oct 2025 | 2nd ODI (D/N) | Hamilton | 2:00 PM | 1:00 AM |
| 01 Nov 2025 | 3rd ODI (D/N) | Wellington | 2:00 PM | 1:00 AM |
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