NZ vs ENG Head To Head Record Ahead Of The 1st Test

Sakshi Sharma

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New Zealand and England are set to clash in the first Test of the three-match series from November 28 to December 2 at Hagley Oval Stadium in Christchurch. 

It is worth mentioning that for New Zealand this series hold much importance. If they sweep England 3-0 that would ensure a direct spot in the WTC final next year. The Kiwis are coming off a strong 3-0 series win against India, though they do have a few injury concerns for this series. The return of Kane Williamson is a significant boost for the team, while Mitchell Santner will miss the first Test due to a side strain. 

On the other hand, England is looking to bounce back from a disappointing series defeat against Pakistan. Ben Stokes and his team need to regain confidence to keep their WTC final hopes alive. Jamie Smith is currently on paternity leave, and Jordan Cox is out due to a thumb injury. However, Jacob Bethell is set to make his Test debut after performing well in white-ball formats. A focal point for England will be in-form batter Joe Root, who will be making his 150th Test appearance.

So ahead of this much awaited first Test match between England and New Zealand, let's take a look at the head-to-head record between both the teams. 

NZ vs ENG Head-To-Head Records In Test

New Zealand and England have faced each other in 112 matches in Test cricket. Out of these, England have dominated with 52 wins, while New Zealand have won 13 games. 47 ended with a draw.

Stats
New Zealand
England
Matches Played112112
Matches Won1352
Matches Lost5213
No Result 00
Draw4747
Win%


NZ vs ENG Head-To-Head Test Record In New Zealand 

Taking a look at the stats New Zealand and England have faced each other in 53 matches in New Zealand. Out of these 53 games, New Zealand have emerged victorious in 7 matches. England have managed to win 19 matches; with 27 matches between these two teams resulted in a draw.

Stats
New Zealand
England
Matches Played5353
Matches Won719
Matches Lost197
No Result 00
Draw27
27


NZ vs ENG Head-To-Head In Hagley Oval Stadium, Christchurch

In their head-to-head encounters at Hagley Oval Stadium, Christchurch New Zealand and England have played total one match so far, and the match resulted in draw. 

Stats
New Zealand
England
Matches Played11
Matches Won00
Matches Lost00
No Result00
Draw11


NZ vs ENG: What Happened When They Last Played An Test?

The last time that these two teams faced each other was on February 24, 2023. The match was played at the Cello Basin Reserve where New Zealand won the match by 1 run. In the match England won the toss and elected to bowl first. In England's first innings, Joe Root played a sensational knock of 153 runs along with Harry Brook who made 186 runs. With their contribution England made 435 runs at the loss of 8 wickets. 

In the bowling department, New Zealand's Matt Henry took 4 wickets and Michael Bracewell took 2 wickets. In New Zealand's first innings the player failed to perform and was bowled out at 209 runs. England bowlers James Anderson (3 wickets) and Stuart Broad (4 wickets) made a remarkable contribution with the ball. 

In New Zealand's second inning Kane Williamson was the star performer with the bat and made 132 runs. With the ball, Jack Leach took a fifer and was the standout performer. At the end, New Zealand won the match by 1 run.