How to watch England vs New Zealand: TV Channels, Full Schedule & 2nd Test Preview

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New Zealand need to take another five wickets on the final day to wrap up victory after a dominant performance. It would only be the Kiwi’s seventh win against England in England in 61 matches, and their second in 10 matches at The Oval.

Whatever slenderest of slender hopes of victory England may harbour of making the remaining 281 runs required for victory rest with interim captain Joe Root, who is 25 runs away from a 42nd test century, and debutant Jordan Cox, who has yet to get off the mark.

Read on as we explain how to watch the final day of England vs New Zealand 2nd Test at The Oval from anywhere in the world.

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For US residents, Sling TV is the perfect plan in order to watch cricket from Willow TV, including the England vs New Zealand 2nd Test.

You can sign up to your choice of its Desi Binge Plus, Dakshin Flex or Urdu plans, which all include Willow.

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How to watch England vs New Zealand 2nd Test live streams in the US

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In the US, dedicated cricket streaming service Willow TV is the place to watch every Test match of the 2026 England vs New Zealand series.

If you don't have it as part of your cable package, you can watch Willow coverage through your choice of Sling TV's Desi Binge Plus or Dakshin Flex plans – starting from $10 per month.

Outside the US? Use NordVPN to watch Willow TV's stream of the England vs New Zealand 2nd Test from anywhere.

How to watch England vs New Zealand 2nd Test live streams in the UK

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The England vs New Zealand 2nd Test is being shown on Sky Sports. The games, including the Second Test at The Oval, will be on the Cricket and Main Event channels.

Sky Sports plans start from £35/month or £20 if you're an existing Sky subscriber. Alternatively, grab a NOW Sports subscription from £14.99/day or £34.99/month.

Outside the UK right now? Use NordVPN to access your preferred coverage of the Eng vs NZ series.

How to watch England vs New Zealand 2nd Test live streams in India

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In India, Eng vs NZ Second Test test at The Oval is being shown on the Sony Sports Network, with live streaming available via Sony LIV.

Sony LIV subscription plans in India start at ₹599 for the Mobile-Only yearly plan, or you can get the ₹999 Premium yearly plan.

If you're currently out of India but want to watch an England vs New Zealand 2nd Test live stream, you'll need to get yourself a VPN, as per the instructions above.

How to watch England vs New Zealand 2nd Test live streams in Australia

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The England vs New Zealand Test series is being shown on Fox Cricket via Foxtel in Australia, with live streaming available via Kayo Sports.

Kayo Sports starts at AU$30 per month after a 7-day free trial. Or you can get your first month for AU$1.

Remember if you're out of Australia at all during The Ashes get yourself a VPN to stream Eng vs NZ from anywhere in the world.

How to watch England vs New Zealand 2nd Test live streams in South Africa

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The England vs New Zealand 2026 Test series will be shown on Supersport in South Africa.

You'll need to get a DStv access package to watch the all three tests with prices starting at Rs99/month for the streaming version.

Abroad right now? Just use a VPN and tell your device that you're back home and you'll be good to go.

How to watch England vs New Zealand 2nd Test live streams in New Zealand

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In New Zealand, Sky Sport NZ is your go-to for the Kiwis' England tour, including the 2nd Test at The Oval starting June 17.

You can access Sky Sport through satellite TV or get a live stream with the Sky Sport Now subscription service starting at $29.99 per day or $54.99 per month.

Those outside of New Zealand for a Test match or the series can use NordVPN to gain access to their home streaming service.

England vs New Zealand 2nd Test Q+A

What time does play start in the England vs New Zealand 2nd Test?

Play in the 2nd Test at The Oval is scheduled to start at 6am ET / 11am BST / 8pm AEST / 3:30pm IST each day.

What is the schedule for the England vs New Zealand Test series?

  • 1st Test: Lord’s, London - England won by 115 runs
  • 2nd Test: The Oval, London - June 17-21
  • 3rd Test: Trent Bridge, Nottingham - June 25-29

What are the teams for the 2nd Eng vs NZ test?

England: Emilio Gay, Ben Duckett, Jacob Bethell, Joe Root (capt), Harry Brook, James Rew (wk), Jordan Cox, Jofra Archer, Josh Tongue, Matt Fisher, Sonny Baker.

New Zealand: Tom Latham (capt), Devon Conway, Henry Nicholls, Rachin Ravindra, Daryl Mitchell, Tom Blundell (wk), Glenn Phillips, Nathan Smith, Kyle Jamieson, Will O'Rourke, Matt Henry.

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Roderick Easdale
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Roderick is a freelance sports journalist and a crossword complier. He is the author of seven books, including the critically acclaimed comic golf novels Summer At Tangents, which was named one of Country Life magazine's Books of The Year, and Crime Wave at Tangents. He has also written four cricket books including The Don: Beyond Boundaries; Wally Hammond: Gentleman & Player and England’s Greatest Post-War All Rounder as well as one on his favourite author, The Novel Life of PG Wodehouse. An erratic fast bowler in his youth, he became an erratic medium pacer in his autumn playing days. His last wicket was a stumping, which made him decide to retire. He now occasionally plays for the MCC – but for their golf team. He is a member of Trevose and has golfed in around two dozen countries.

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