England vs New Zealand 2nd Test at The Oval could decide the outcome of the series. If the home team wins, they take an unassailable 2-0 lead; if the Kiwis prevail, it will make the 3rd Test in Nottingham the deciding one.
Both sides are dramatically changed from the 1st test. New Zealand will be without Kane Williamson, their all-time record run-scorer, who surprisingly announced his immediate retirement from international cricket after the Lord’s Test match. Henry Nicholls has been given the nod to take Williamson’s place, 11 months after the 34-year-old’s previous international, against Zimbabwe.
England, meanwhile, have suspended captain Ben Stokes and opening bowler Gus Atkinson after a nightclub incident. Stokes has captained 43 of England’s last 48 Tests, missing five Tests through injury.
England won three and lost two of those matches, equaling Stokes’ record as captain – won 24 lost 17. Joe Root, England’s most experienced Test captain of all time, skippers at The Oval.
With Ollie Robinson also missing with a knee injury, England hand a second cap to Matt Fisher, more than four years after his first, and a Test debut to Sonny Baker in an all-seam attack led by the returning Jofra Archer.
Wicket-keeper batsman Jordan Cox also makes his debut as a specialist batsman in Stokes’ place at number seven. Another debutant, James Rew, keeps the wicket in place of Jamie Smith, who is on paternity leave.
Read on as we explain how to watch the England vs New Zealand 2nd Test at The Oval from anywhere in the world.
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How to watch England vs New Zealand 2nd Test live streams in USA
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 see Willow coverage through your selection of Sling TVs Desi Binge Plus or Dakshin Flex plans – starts from $10 per month.
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How to watch live streams of England vs New Zealand 2nd test in UK
England vs New Zealand 2nd Test appears 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, you can grab a NU Sports subscription from £14.99/day or £34.99/month.
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How to watch live streams of England vs New Zealand 2nd Test in India
In India, the Eng vs NZ Second Test at The Oval will be shown on the Sony Sports Network, with live streaming available via Sony LIFE.
Sony LIV subscription plans in India start at INR 599 for the mobile-only annual plan or you can get the Premium annual plan at INR 999.
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How to watch live streams of England vs New Zealand 2nd Test in Australia
The England vs New Zealand Test series is 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 are out of Australia at all during The Ashes get a VPN to stream Eng vs NZ from anywhere in the world.
How to watch live streams of England vs New Zealand 2nd Test in South Africa
The England vs New Zealand 2026 Test series will be shown on Supersport in South Africa.
You must have one DStv access package to watch all three tests with prices starting at Rs 99/month for the streaming version.
Abroad right now? Just use a VPN and tell your device that you are back home and ready to go.
How to watch live streams of England vs New Zealand 2nd Test in New Zealand
In New Zealand, Sky Sports NZ is your favorite for the Kiwis’ England tour, including the 2nd Test at The Oval starting on June 17.
You can access Sky Sport via satellite TV or get a live stream included Sky Sport Now subscription service starting at $29.99 per day or $54.99 per month.
Those outside New Zealand for a test match or series can use NordVPN to access their home streaming service.
England vs New Zealand 2nd Test Q+A
When does the England vs New Zealand 2nd Test match start?
Play in the 2nd Test at The Oval is scheduled to start at 06:00 ET / 11:00 BST / 20:00 AEST / 15:30 IST every day.
What is the schedule for England vs New Zealand 2nd test series?
- 1st Test: Lord’s, London – England won by 115 runs
- 2nd Test: The Oval, London – 17-21 June
- 3rd Test: Trent Bridge, Nottingham – 25-29 June
What are the teams for 2nd Eng vs NZ test?
England: Emilio Gay, Ben Duckett, Jacob Bethell, Joe Root (c), Harry Brook, James Rew (wk), Jordan Cox, Jofra Archer, Josh Tongue, Matt Fisher, Sonny Baker.
New Zealand squad: Tom Latham (capt), Tom Blundell, Devon Conway, Zak Foulkes, Dean Foxcroft, Matt Henry, Kyle Jamieson, Daryl Mitchell, Henry Nicholls, Will O’Rourke, Glenn Phillips, Rachin Ravindra, Nathan Smith, Blair Tickner, Will Young.
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