NZ vs ENG 2nd test Highlights saw New Zealand secure a commanding 253-run victory over England in the 2nd Test at The Oval, London. The visitors dominated key phases of the match through substantial contributions from their batters and a match-winning bowling display from Matt Henry, leveling the three-match series at 1-1.
NZ vs ENG New Zealand Tour of England 2026: Highlights Live Streaming & Broadcast Info
The match was available across multiple regions through official broadcasters and streaming platforms.
- Pakistan: Tensports, Tapmad
• India: Sony Sports Network, SonyLIV
• Australia & New Zealand: Fox Sports, Kayo Sports (Australia) / Sky Sport NZ, Sky Sport Now (New Zealand)
• USA & Canada: Willow TV
• United Kingdom: Sky Sports Cricket, Sky Sports App
• Bangladesh: Toffee App
• Sri Lanka: Sony Sports Network
• Nepal: Sony Sports Network
• MENA: CricLife, Starzplay
• Worldwide: Matches may also be available via Sports Live Hub for global streaming access across regions.
Match Highlights
The match’s direction was heavily influenced by England’s call to bowl first after winning the toss at The Oval. The hosts hoped to exploit early assistance for their seam attack, and they did make early inroads when Devon Conway departed for 9. However, New Zealand adapted effectively to the conditions and gradually built a competitive first-innings platform.
Tom Latham, Henry Nicholls, Rachin Ravindra, and Daryl Mitchell all made useful contributions through the first two sessions. While none of them initially converted starts into major scores, they ensured New Zealand remained in control despite regular wickets. Nicholls made 24, Ravindra scored 33, and Mitchell added 44 as the visitors steadily accumulated runs against England’s varied pace attack.
The pivotal shift in the first innings arrived through Tom Blundell and Glenn Phillips. Blundell’s patient 51 provided stability after New Zealand slipped to 188 for 5, while Phillips played the defining innings of the first dig. His century off 135 deliveries featured 18 boundaries and allowed New Zealand to move from a respectable position into a commanding one. Kyle Jamieson’s aggressive 41 further frustrated England late in the innings.
New Zealand eventually posted 391 in 96.2 overs, a score that looked increasingly valuable on a surface offering enough assistance to disciplined seam bowling. Jacob Bethell impressed with three wickets, while Jofra Archer and Matthew Fisher claimed two apiece. Nevertheless, England entered their reply already facing scoreboard pressure.
England’s response began brightly through Ben Duckett’s brisk 36, but New Zealand’s seamers quickly established control. Emilio Gay produced a determined 53, while Joe Root contributed 46 and several middle-order batters made starts. However, England repeatedly lost wickets at crucial moments and never managed to construct a partnership capable of threatening New Zealand’s total.
Matt Henry delivered the first of two devastating spells during England’s batting efforts. The right-arm seamer claimed 5 for 80, dismissing Root, Harry Brook, Jordan Cox, Jofra Archer, and Josh Tongue. Supported by Will O’Rourke and Kyle Jamieson, Henry ensured England were bowled out for 291, handing New Zealand a valuable first-innings lead of 100 runs.
New Zealand entered their second innings with the luxury of a century lead, allowing their batters to play with greater freedom. Although Tom Latham and Devon Conway fell cheaply, Henry Nicholls produced one of the innings of the match. His 121 from 171 balls anchored the entire effort and allowed New Zealand to dictate proceedings throughout the middle stages.
Rachin Ravindra complemented Nicholls brilliantly with 76, and together they added substantial momentum after the early setbacks. Nicholls’ departure did little to ease England’s concerns as Daryl Mitchell followed up with a measured 68-run contribution. Nathan Smith’s late 38 ensured New Zealand extracted maximum value from their position, eventually reaching 362.
England’s bowlers worked hard throughout the innings. Archer and Fisher each collected three wickets, while Josh Tongue claimed two. Yet the inability to prevent New Zealand from extending their overall lead beyond 450 runs left England facing a daunting target of 463 on a pitch entering its fifth day.
The chase never gained sustained momentum. England suffered an immediate setback when Emilio Gay and Jacob Bethell departed with only 13 runs on the board. Ben Duckett soon followed, leaving the hosts struggling at 40 for 3. Joe Root and Harry Brook then offered resistance and briefly gave England hope.
Brook’s aggressive 58 from 54 deliveries shifted pressure momentarily onto the visitors, while Root compiled a patient 77. Their partnership carried England to 137 for 4 and represented the hosts’ best phase of the chase. However, New Zealand’s bowlers remained disciplined and continued attacking the stumps.
The decisive passage arrived shortly after Root’s dismissal. Matt Henry removed Root at 188, then immediately dismissed Jofra Archer. England’s lower order collapsed rapidly as Henry produced a devastating burst. Matthew Fisher and Josh Tongue both fell without scoring, turning a difficult situation into a complete collapse.
Henry finished with extraordinary figures of 6 for 29 from 18.1 overs in the second innings after taking five wickets in the first. His match haul of 11 wickets proved impossible for England to overcome. The hosts were eventually dismissed for 209, handing New Zealand a comprehensive 253-run victory.
Toss Winner
England won the toss and elected to field first.
Key Moment
England’s second innings unravelled after Matt Henry dismissed Joe Root at 188 and followed it up by removing Jofra Archer two balls later, leading to a dramatic collapse of 5 for 21.
Star Performer / MVP
Matt Henry
An exceptional all-round bowling display from Matt Henry saw him take 5/80 in the first innings and 6/29 in the second, ending with 11 wickets and the Player of the Match recognition.
New Zealand vs England Match Summary
Team | Score |
|---|---|
New Zealand | 391/10 (96.2 ov) & 362/10 (87.1 ov) |
England | 291/10 (84 ov) & 209/10 (58.1 ov) |
Result | New Zealand won by 253 runs |
Player of the Match | Matt Henry |
Highest Run-Getter of the Series | Glenn Phillips (181 runs) |
Highest Wicket-Taker of the Series | Matt Henry (12 wickets) |
NZ vs ENG Playing XI
New Zealand: Tom Latham, Devon Conway, Henry Nicholls, Rachin Ravindra, Daryl Mitchell, Tom Blundell, Glenn Phillips, Nathan Smith, Kyle Jamieson, Matt Henry, Will O’Rourke
England: Ben Duckett, Emilio Gay, Jacob Bethell, Joe Root, Harry Brook, James Rew, Jordan Cox, Jofra Archer, Matthew Fisher, Josh Tongue, Sonny Baker
FAQs – Yesterday’s New Zealand vs England 2nd Test (Jun 17, 2026)
Q1: What was the final score of yesterday’s New Zealand vs England match?
A1: Yesterday (June 17-21, 2026): 2nd Test of the New Zealand tour of England. New Zealand (391 and 362) beat England (291 and 209) by 253 runs.
New Zealand: Glenn Phillips scored 100 in the first innings, while Henry Nicholls added 121 in the second innings.
England: Joe Root scored 77 in the fourth innings and Harry Brook contributed 58.
Result: The three-match series is now level at 1-1.
Q2: Who was named the Player of the Match?
A2: Matt Henry was named the Player of the Match for his outstanding bowling performance. The New Zealand pacer took 5 for 80 in England’s first innings and followed it with 6 for 29 in the second innings, finishing with 11 wickets in the match.
Q3: Where was the match played, and who won the toss?
A3: The match was played at Kennington Oval, London. England won the toss and elected to field first, hoping to make use of the early assistance available for the seam bowlers.
Q4: Who were the top performers with the bat for both sides?
A4: For New Zealand, Henry Nicholls was the leading run-scorer with 121 in the second innings, while Glenn Phillips also made a crucial first-innings century. For England, Joe Root was the highest scorer with 77 in the final innings, while Harry Brook added an important 58 during the chase.