New Zealand Women Tour of England 2026 Complete Schedule & Results
The New Zealand Women's cricket team is slated to tour England in May 2026 for a high-profile, multi-format bilateral series. This highly anticipated summer tour features a three-match One Day International (ODI) series followed by a three-match Twenty20 International (T20I) series.
The tour holds significant weight, as the ODI leg is part of the 2025–2029 ICC Women's Championship, offering crucial World Cup qualification points, while the T20Is will serve as vital preparation ahead of the 2026 Women's T20 World Cup.
New Zealand Women Tour of England 2026 Schedule & Results
| Date | Match | Match Result | Prediction |
|---|---|---|---|
25/05/2026 01:30 PM | England Women vs New Zealand Women | England Women beat New Zealand Women by 7 wickets | Prediction |
23/05/2026 01:30 PM | England Women vs New Zealand Women | New Zealand Women beat England Women by 14 runs | Prediction |
20/05/2026 05:30 PM | England Women vs New Zealand Women | England Women won by 7 wickets | Prediction |
Understanding the England Women vs New Zealand Women 2026 Tournament Format
The upcoming tour provides a rigorous test across the two primary white-ball formats. The series commences with the 50-over ODIs, requiring both teams to adapt to English conditions, build long partnerships, and rotate bowlers effectively to secure vital Championship points. The format then shifts sharply to the fast-paced T20I series.
This condensed 20-over format demands an immediate switch to aggressive powerplay tactics, innovative death-bowling strategies, and high-intensity fielding as teams fine-tune their World Cup preparations.
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Key Elements of the England Women vs New Zealand Women 2026 Fixtures
The squads feature a mix of seasoned international veterans and exciting young talent. England, navigating some injury concerns, will be led by Charlie Dean in the ODIs and Nat Sciver-Brunt in the T20Is, boasting a strong core including Sophie Ecclestone, Alice Capsey, and Lauren Bell. New Zealand, captained by the in-form Amelia Kerr, brings a formidable lineup featuring experienced match-winners like Suzie Bates and Maddy Green.
Notably, the veteran Sophie Devine will join the New Zealand squad specifically for the T20I leg of the tour.
Match Timings
The match timings for the series are varied to accommodate different broadcasting requirements and formats. The ODI matches are generally scheduled as daytime fixtures, with the first and third ODIs starting at 11:00 AM local time (BST) and the second ODI commencing slightly later at 1:00 PM local time.
The T20I series transitions into the evening, with the first T20I in Derby scheduled as a twilight fixture starting at 6:30 PM local time, followed by afternoon starts for the remaining two T20Is.
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Venue Distribution
The series will traverse six distinct venues across England and Wales, ensuring a wide distribution of high-quality cricket. The ODI leg begins in the north at the Riverside Ground in Chester-le-Street, moves centrally to the County Ground in Northampton, and concludes at Sophia Gardens in Cardiff, Wales. The T20I series will take place at the County Ground in Derby, followed by the St Lawrence Ground in Canterbury, and finally wrapping up at the County Ground in Hove.
For a deep dive into each venue, see our cricket grounds page.
England Women vs New Zealand Women Scheduling
The series features a comfortably paced itinerary spread over a two-and-a-half-week window. The ODI series runs from May 10 to May 16, with two rest/travel days scheduled between each 50-over fixture. After a three-day transition period, the T20I series takes place from May 20 to May 25.
This well-spaced schedule allows players adequate time for recovery and travel between the various venues across the country.
How to Use Today’s New Zealand Women Tour of England 2026 Match Information
If you’re following the series (and particularly if you’re placing bets), using the complete cricket schedule matters a lot. For each fixture you’ll find:
- Match dates and start times in your local time zone.
- Full team line-ups including captains and key players.
- Pitch reports, weather updates and venue-specific factors that could impact play.
- Head-to-head records or format-specific insights
- Live scores and written ball-by-ball commentary for real-time updates.
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