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

• Watch England vs New Zealand test series on Sky Sports (UK) / Willow TV via Sling (US)
• Use NordVPN to watch from anywhere
• 2nd Test: June 17-21 — 11am BST / 6am ET

England vs New Zealand 2nd Test at The Oval can decide the outcome of the series. If the home side win, they take an unassailable 2-0 lead; if the Kiwis are victorious, it makes the 3rd Test at Nottingham the decider.

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 got the nod to take Williamson's place, 11 months after the 34-year-old's previous cap, against Zimbabwe.

England, meanwhile, have stood down captain Ben Stokes and opening bowler Gus Atkinson, after an incident in nightclub. Stokes has captained in 43 of England’s most recent 48 test matches, missing five tests due to injury.

England won three and lost two of those games, which is similar ratio to Stokes’ record as captain – won 24 lost 17. Joe Root, England most experienced test captain ever, stands in as skipper at The Oval.

With Ollie Robinson also missing due to a knee injury, England are giving a second cap to Matt Fisher, more four years after his first, and a test debut to Sonny Baker in all-seam attack spearheaded 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 wicket in a 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.

Use a VPN to watch any England vs New Zealand 2nd Test live stream

If you're keen to watch Eng vs NZ cricket but you're away from home and your preferred coverage is geo-blocked, you could always use a VPN to access it (assuming you're not breaching any broadcaster T&Cs, of course). You may be surprised by how simple it is to do.

There are lots of VPNs but NordVPN is the one you can rely on to unblock streaming platforms – and right now you can save up to 75%.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 2nd 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 (c), Harry Brook, James Rew (wk), Jordan Cox, Jofra Archer, Josh Tongue, Matt Fisher, Sonny Baker.

New Zealand squad: Tom Latham (captain), 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.