NZ vs ENG, 1st ODI Match Prediction: Who will win today’s match between New Zealand and England?
The One Day International series enters New Zealand And England will begin tomorrow, Sunday 26 October 2025, at the picturesque Bay Oval in Mount Maunganui. After an abbreviated T20I series which saw England claim a 1-0 victory (with two washouts), both teams will be keen to secure an early advantage in the 50 over format.
The return of the veteran drummer Kane Williamson and wicketkeeper Tom Latham provides a huge boost to the Blackcaps’ batting stability. Versatile Rachin Ravindra is also back in the mix, adding a powerful spin option. Their last completed ODI series saw them beat Pakistan 3-0, showing solid form. However, they will be without rhythm Kyle Jamieson due to lateral stiffness injury.
The tourists maintain a strong white-ball team. The presence of pillars like Joe Racinewhose ODI form in 2025 has been exceptional, and If butler And Harry Brook ensure a powerful batting unit. All-rounders like Sam Curran and the leg spinner experience Adil Rachid make it a formidable adversary.
NZ vs ENG, 1st ODI: Match Details
- Date and time: October 26, 06:30 IST / 01:00 GMT / 14:00 Local
- Place: Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui
NZ vs ENG, head-to-head record in ODIs
Matches played: 96 | New Zealand won: 45 | England won: 44 | Tied/No results:7
Bay Oval Field Report
The wicket generally provides a balanced surface. The Seamers can expect early movement and rebounding with the new ball, but the pitch levels out to favor stroke play, aided by a fast outfield. Spinners generally play a more containing role. A competitive score should be between 275 and 300+.
Squads
New Zealand: Mitchell Santner (c), Michael Bracewell, Mark Chapman, Devon Conway, Jacob Duffy, Zak Foulkes, Matt Henry, Tom Latham (week), Daryl Mitchell, Rachin Ravindra, Nathan Smith, Kane Williamson, Will Young
England: Harry Brook (c), Jos Buttler (wk), Jamie Smith (wk), Tom Banton, Zak Crawley, Ben Duckett, Joe Root, Sam Curran, Liam Dawson, Will Jacks, Brydon Carse, Adil Rashid, Jofra Archer, Sonny Baker, Luke Wood, Jamie Overton
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NZ vs ENG, match prediction of the day
Case 1:
- New Zealand win the toss and bat first
- New Zealand power play score: 60-70
- New Zealand overall score: 260-280
Case 2:
- England win the toss and bat first
- England power play score: 70-80
- England overall score: 270-290
Match Result: The team that bats first wins the contest.
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