England vs. New Zealand Test Series 2026: Dates, Venues, and Ticket Information
England’s highly anticipated 2026 international cricket summer will kick off with a three-match Rothesay Test series against New Zealand, starting on June 4th at Lord’s. The series will also feature matches at Trent Bridge and a final test at a yet-to-be-announced venue.
Match Schedule and Venues
- First Test: June 4-8, 2026 – Lord’s, London . Days one, two, and three are currently sold out. Tickets for day four are selling fast.
- Second Test: June 25-29, 2026 – Trent Bridge, Nottingham .
- Third Test: Date and venue to be announced.
Ticket Information
Tickets for the England vs. New Zealand series are available for purchase. Demand is high, with several days already sold out at Lord’s. Fans are encouraged to purchase tickets promptly to secure their spot.
England’s 2026 International Summer
The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has announced a packed international schedule for the 2026 summer, featuring matches against New Zealand, Pakistan, India, Ireland, and Sri Lanka . Ben Stokes’ England Men’s Test team will host both New Zealand and Pakistan in Rothesay Test series. Harry Brook’s white-ball side will also compete against India and Sri Lanka in Metro Bank ODIs and Vitality IT20s.
ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026
England will also host the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup in 2026, running from June 12th to July 15th . Nat Sciver-Brunt will lead the England Women’s team through a busy schedule including matches against New Zealand and India, as well as a Rothesay Test match against India at Lord’s.
Looking Ahead
The 2026 international cricket season promises to be a thrilling summer of action for fans of both the men’s and women’s game. With world-class opposition and iconic venues, the stage is set for a memorable season of cricket in England.
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