England is all set to knock its horn against New Zealand for their 1st test of three-match series that is going to start on 2nd June 2023 at 3:30 pm IST. England is going to host the match, also this series is going to be a part of the ICC World Test Championship 2023-2023. Check England vs New Zealand 1st Test Preview.
After the first test match, the second will take place from the 10th to the 14th of June and the last is the third test series will take place from the 23rd of June to the 27th of June. For now, both the teams are looking strong and confident for the game.
Also, Read; England vs New Zealand, 1st Test Preview, Probable 11, pitch report, and everything that you need to know.
England vs New Zealand 1st Test Preview
Talking about their previous game New Zealand traveled to England and played two-match series in which they won the series by a 1-0 margin. Also, they won the final World Test Championship against India.
Currently, New Zealand is standing in the 3rd position on the points table of ICC men’s test ranking, whereas on the other side host is standing in the 6th place.
Match Details
| Match | 1st Test |
| Team | England vs New Zealand |
| Date | 2nd June 2023 |
| Time | 3:30 pm IST |
| Venue | Lord’s, London |
| Live Streaming | Sonyliv |
England vs New Zealand
England Probable Playing XI:
- Zak Crawley
- Alex Lees
- Ollie Pope
- Joe Root
- Jonny Bairstow
- Ben Stokes (C)
- Ben Foakes (WK)
- Matthew Potts
- Jack Leach
- James Anderson
- Stuart Broad
New Zealand Probable Playing XI:
- Tom Blundell
- Devon Conway
- Kane Williamson (C)
- Will Young
- Henry Nicholls/Michael Bracewell
- Tom Blundell (WK)
- Colin de Grandhomme/Daryl Mitchell
- Kyle Jamieson
- Tim Southee
- Matt Henry/Trent Boult
- Neil Wagner
Pitch Report and All You Need To Know
The pitch of the stadium is supportive for both batter and bowler as it has equal assistance, and pacers can enjoy the bowling. The team who wins the toss first can bowl first.
Also, the Indian fans can now enjoy the live streaming of England vs New Zealand on the Sonyliv app where all the live coverage of the match will happen.
