New Zealand will face England in the second T20I of the three-match series at the Hagley Oval in Christchurch on Monday, October 20, 2025. The series opener at the same venue was washed out after England completed their innings, leaving both teams eager to register their first win and take an early lead before the series moves to Auckland.
Match Details:
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Match: New Zealand vs England, 2nd T20I, England Tour of New Zealand 2025
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Date: Monday, October 20, 2025
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Time: 11:45 AM (IST) / 7:15 PM (Local Time)
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Venue: Hagley Oval, Christchurch
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Live Broadcast & Streaming: FanCode app and website
Team Overview
New Zealand:
The hosts displayed solid bowling in the opening encounter before rain washed away their chances of chasing the target. All six of their bowlers took at least one wicket, underlining their collective bowling depth. Skipper Mitchell Santner managed his resources well, while pacers Kyle Jamieson and Matt Henry impressed with their control and variations.
With the bat, New Zealand’s top order will rely on Tim Seifert and Rachin Ravindra to give a fast start, while Daryl Mitchell and Mark Chapman will look to stabilize the middle overs. Their bowling attack remains potent with Jamieson’s pace, Santner’s spin, and Duffy’s accuracy.
England:
England started well in the first T20I thanks to Sam Curran, who struck a brilliant unbeaten 49 off 35 balls. His ability to anchor the innings while keeping the scoreboard moving showed his growing maturity as a T20 finisher. However, Jordan Cox struggled for rhythm, and captain Harry Brook failed to convert his start after scoring 20 off 14.
The English bowling looked steady, with Adil Rashid and Brydon Carse finding good lengths early on. England will expect a more aggressive batting display this time, especially from openers Phil Salt and Jos Buttler, who can be destructive in powerplays.
Head-to-Head Record (T20Is)
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Total Matches: 28
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New Zealand Wins: 10
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England Wins: 15
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No Result: 2
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Tied: 1
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First Match: September 18, 2007 (England won)
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Most Recent: October 18, 2025 (No Result)
England lead the overall head-to-head record, but New Zealand have traditionally performed well at home and will look to level the record further in this series.
Pitch Report – Hagley Oval, Christchurch
The pitch at Hagley Oval offers consistent bounce and early assistance for seamers, making it an ideal surface for pacers like Jamieson and Henry. However, once the batters get set, the ball comes nicely onto the bat, setting up the potential for a high-scoring game. Out of the 13 T20Is played at this venue, teams batting second have won nine, suggesting that chasing remains the preferred option.
Probable Playing XIs
New Zealand:
Tim Seifert (WK), Rachin Ravindra, Tim Robinson, Mark Chapman, Daryl Mitchell, James Neesham, Michael Bracewell, Mitchell Santner (C), Kyle Jamieson, Matt Henry, Jacob Duffy
England:
Phil Salt, Jos Buttler (WK), Jacob Bethell, Harry Brook (C), Tom Banton, Sam Curran, Jordan Cox, Brydon Carse, Liam Dawson, Adil Rashid, Luke Wood
Key Players to Watch
Harry Brook (England):
The young captain looked in good touch in the previous game before rain interrupted play. Brook’s aggressive intent and leadership will be key for England. Expect him to take more responsibility and look for a big score in this must-win encounter.
Kyle Jamieson (New Zealand):
Jamieson’s control with the new ball was exceptional in the first T20I. He bowled nine dot balls in four overs and conceded just three boundaries. His height and bounce make him a constant threat, especially under lights at Hagley Oval.
Weather Forecast
Rain remains a mild concern in Christchurch on matchday, with cloudy skies and temperatures ranging between 14°C and 18°C. However, conditions should allow for a full game if showers stay brief.
Probable Match Scenarios
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The team winning the toss will likely bowl first, considering the strong record of chasing sides at this venue.
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Powerplay overs will be crucial, with both sides having explosive openers capable of changing the game’s momentum early.
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If the pitch remains firm, a first-innings score of around 175–185 should be competitive.
Match Prediction
Both teams are evenly matched, but New Zealand hold the advantage of home conditions and a balanced bowling attack. However, given Hagley Oval’s chasing trend and England’s deep batting lineup, the chasing side is likely to win this contest.
Prediction: Team batting second to win the match.