The third and final ODI between New Zealand and England will be played on Saturday at Sky Stadium in Wellington.
Match Details
| Match | New Zealand vs England, 3rd ODI, England tour of New Zealand 2025 |
| Date and Time (IST) | Saturday, November 1; 6:30 am |
| Venue | Sky Stadium, Wellington |
| Broadcast and live-streaming | FanCode (app and website) |
Historic Opportunity Awaits New Zealand
New Zealand stand on the brink of history. Therefore, they are chasing their first clean sweep against England since 1982. Moreover, the Kiwis have already secured the series with two dominant wins. Consequently, momentum strongly favors the home side. Additionally, their bowling unit has consistently restricted England to low totals. Thus, confidence runs high in the Kiwi camp ahead of the decider.
England Face Uphill Battle to Avoid Whitewash
England must regroup quickly. Otherwise, they risk suffering a humiliating 3-0 defeat. However, their batting lineup has struggled against New Zealand’s disciplined attack. Furthermore, inconsistent performances have plagued their campaign. Still, they possess match-winners like Jos Buttler and Joe Root. Hence, a strong comeback remains possible—if they click at the right time.
Venue and Match Details Set the Stage
The final ODI unfolds at Sky Stadium in Hamilton. Importantly, the match begins at 6:30 AM IST on Saturday, November 1, 2025. Interestingly, this venue often favors pace bowlers early on. Nevertheless, batting becomes easier as the pitch settles. Therefore, the toss could play a crucial role in determining the outcome.
ENG vs NZ — Head-to-Head Record in ODIs
| Matches Played | 98 |
| Won by New Zealand | 47 |
| Won by England | 44 |
| Tied | 4 |
| No Result | 3 |
| First-ever fixture | July 20, 1973 |
| Most-recent fixture | October 29, 2025 |
NZ vs ENG, 3rd ODI — Predicted Playing 11s
New Zealand
Will Young, Rachin Ravindra, Kane Williamson, Daryl Mitchell, Tom Latham (wk), Michael Bracewell, Mitchell Santner (c), Kristian Clarke, Zakary Foulkes, Blair Tickner, Jacob Duffy
England
Jamie Smith, Ben Duckett, Joe Root, Jacob Bethell, Harry Brook (c), Jos Buttler (wk), Sam Curran, Jamie Overton, Brydon Carse, Jofra Archer, Rehan Ahmed
Why New Zealand Hold the Upper Hand
New Zealand’s recent form speaks volumes. In fact, they have controlled both previous matches from start to finish. Also, their fielding has been sharp and energetic. Meanwhile, England’s middle order continues to falter under pressure. As a result, experts widely favor the hosts to complete the series whitewash. Ultimately, home advantage and superior momentum give New Zealand the edge.
What England Must Do to Turn Things Around
England need early wickets to disrupt New Zealand’s rhythm. Likewise, their openers must build a solid foundation. Additionally, they should avoid reckless shots in the powerplay. Above all, mental resilience will be key. Because without composure, another collapse seems likely. So, disciplined cricket is their only path to victory.