ENG vs NZ live streaming: Where to watch today's T20 WC 2026 Super 8 match?
The top spot in the Group 2 points table of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8 round will be on the line when England take the field against New Zealand
New Zealand posted 159 for seven in their must-win Super 8 match against England in the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo on Friday. After opting to bat first, the Black Caps made a brisk start but failed to capitalise in the middle overs as England’s spinners pulled things back.
Strong start in powerplay
New Zealand began positively despite an early scare when Tim Seifert was initially given caught behind but survived after a successful DRS review. Seifert and Finn Allen then built momentum in the powerplay, putting on 54 runs for the opening wicket and giving their side a solid platform.
England strike back through spin
England clawed their way back soon after the powerplay. Adil Rashid broke the opening stand by dismissing Seifert for 35 off 25 balls. In the following over, Will Jacks removed Finn Allen for 29 off 19 balls, triggering a mini collapse.
Rehan Ahmed then dismissed Rachin Ravindra for 11, while Mark Chapman’s quick 15 off nine balls ended when he was stumped off Rashid.
Phillips leads late resistance
Liam Dawson further dented New Zealand by removing Daryl Mitchell for three. Glenn Phillips attempted to lift the scoring with a brisk 39 off 28 balls, but Will Jacks struck again to halt the late surge.
Cole McConchie managed 14 off 12 balls before being bowled by Rehan Ahmed as New Zealand finished on 159 for seven, setting England a target of 160 to chase.
New Zealand scorecard:
| New Zealand (20 ovs maximum) | ||||||
| Batting | Dismissal | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
| Tim Seifert † | st †Buttler b Rashid | 35 | 25 | 3 | 2 | 140 |
| Finn Allen | c Bethell b Jacks | 29 | 19 | 0 | 3 | 152.63 |
| Rachin Ravindra | c Bethell b Rehan Ahmed | 11 | 13 | 1 | 0 | 84.61 |
| Glenn Phillips | b Jacks | 39 | 28 | 4 | 1 | 139.28 |
| Mark Chapman | st †Buttler b Rashid | 15 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 166.66 |
| Daryl Mitchell | c Jacks b Dawson | 3 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 37.5 |
| Mitchell Santner (c) | not out | 9 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 180 |
| Cole McConchie | b Rehan Ahmed | 14 | 12 | 2 | 0 | 116.66 |
| Matt Henry | not out | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100 |
| Extras | (lb 1, w 2) 3 | |||||
| Total | 20 Ov (RR: 7.95) 159/7 | |||||
| Bowling | O | M | R | W | ECON | 0s |
| Jofra Archer | 3 | 1 | 24 | 0 | 8 | 10 |
| Liam Dawson | 4 | 0 | 32 | 1 | 8 | 7 |
| Sam Curran | 1 | 0 | 10 | 0 | 10 | 2 |
| Adil Rashid | 4 | 0 | 28 | 2 | 7 | 12 |
| Will Jacks | 4 | 0 | 23 | 2 | 5.75 | 9 |
| Jacob Bethell | 1 | 0 | 13 | 0 | 13 | 1 |
| Rehan Ahmed | 3 | 0 | 28 | 2 | 9.33 | 3 |
The coin flip of the match went in New Zealand's way, who opted to bat first. Captain's take after toss: Harry Brook (ENG): Would've won the toss and batted as well. Watched the game the other night and there was spin here. They're an amazing side. If we can beat them and try and knock them out, that'll be great. I think we fielded amazing throughout the competition. There was mis-execution in the previous game. I think I'll be sticking at number three. Jamie Overton is out, Rehan Ahmed is in. Mitchell Santner (NZ): We're going to have a bat first. You have to win games if you want to win a WC. Nice to have a run on this wicket the other night. We know what it's going to do. Does look the same. Looked good last game and spun more than we thought. If it's flatter, have to adjust accordingly. You try and use the dimensions in your favour. Same team.
England vs New Zealand T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8: Playing 11
England playing 11: Philip Salt, Jos Buttler(w), Jacob Bethell, Tom Banton, Harry Brook(c), Sam Curran, Will Jacks, Liam Dawson, Rehan Ahmed, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid
New Zealand playing 11: Tim Seifert(w), Finn Allen, Rachin Ravindra, Glenn Phillips, Daryl Mitchell, Mark Chapman, Mitchell Santner(c), Cole McConchie, Matt Henry, Ish Sodhi, Lockie Ferguson
But how can fans across the globe witness the marquee ICC tournament action live without visiting the stadium? Take a look.
England vs New Zealand ICC T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8: Broadcasting details
| ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026: Broadcast and streaming partners | |||
| Territory/Region | TV Broadcast Partner(s) | Digital/Streaming Platform(s) | Key Coverage Features |
| India | Star Sports | JioHotstar | Five languages on TV + digital; extra regional feeds on JioHotstar; vertical live feed; 360 view and multi-cam; Marathi and Indian Sign Language for India matches, semis and final |
| Sri Lanka (co-host) | Dialog TV, TV Supreme (FTA), PEO TV | ThePapare.com, Dialog Play app | Sinhala feed available on TV and digital |
| Bangladesh | T Sports, Nagorik TV | Rabbithole | Covered via Total Sports Management |
| Nepal | Kantipur TV | ICC.tv (Nepali commentary feed for select territories) | Selected matches locally produced with Nepali commentary |
| Bhutan | Star Sports (via distribution partners) | Not specified | Star Sports available via partners |
| Maldives | Star Sports (via distribution partners) | Not specified | Star Sports available via partners |
| United Kingdom & Ireland | Sky Sports Cricket, Sky Sports Main Event | NOW | Hindi commentary for semi-finals and final |
| Italy | Sky Italia | Sky Italia platforms | All Italy matches + semis and final |
| Sub-Saharan Africa | SuperSport | SuperSport digital platforms | Full coverage across platforms |
| Australia | Not specified (Prime Video only mentioned) | Prime Video | Hindi commentary for India matches, semis and final |
| New Zealand | SKY Sport | Not specified | Hindi commentary for India matches, semis and final |
| Pakistan | PTV, PTV Home | Myco, Tamasha, ARY Zapp, Tapmad | Urdu commentary feed for Pakistan matches |
| United States & Canada | Willow TV | Willow DTC, CricBuzz DTC, Willow YouTube | All 55 matches in English/Hindi; USA matches free in US & Canada; USA matches also free on YouTube |
| UAE & MENA | CricLife Max | StarzPlay | Also screened via cinema partnerships across Middle East |
| Caribbean Islands | ESPN | Not specified | All matches live |
| Latin America | Not specified | Disney+ | Streaming coverage |
| Brazil | ESPN (select matches) | Not specified | Portuguese commentary on select matches |
| Pacific Islands | PNG Digicel | Not specified | Linear coverage |
| Singapore | Hub Sports 4 | Not specified | Linear coverage |
| Afghanistan | Lemar TV | Not specified | Commentary in Pashto and Dari |
| Netherlands | Not specified | NOS | Streams all Netherlands matches live |
| Malaysia | CricBuzz channel (via Astro Cricket) | Not specified | Coverage through CricBuzz partnerships |
| Hong Kong | CricBuzz channel (via PCCW) | Not specified | Coverage through CricBuzz partnerships |
| In-flight/At sea | Sport 24 | Sport 24 | Live coverage while travelling |
| All remaining territories | Not specified | ICC.tv | Live and free streaming; multi-language commentary incl Japanese and Bahasa; select matches on ICC YouTube |
England vs New Zealand ICC T20 World Cup 2026: Today’s Super 8 match live streaming and telecast details
When will the England vs New Zealand Super 8 match in the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 take place?
The England vs New Zealand Super 8 match in the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 will be played on Friday, February 27.
What will be the venue for the England vs New Zealand Super 8 match in the ICC T20 World Cup 2026?
The England vs New Zealand Super 8 match in the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 will be played at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo.
What time will the toss for the England vs New Zealand Super 8 match in the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 take place?
The toss for the England vs New Zealand Super 8 match in the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 will take place at 6.30 pm IST.
What time will the first ball of the England vs New Zealand Super 8 match in the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 be bowled?
The first ball of the England vs New Zealand Super 8 match in the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 will be bowled at 7 pm IST.
Where to watch the live telecast of the England vs New Zealand Super 8 match in the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 in India?
The live telecast of the England vs New Zealand Super 8 match in the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 will be available on the Star Sports Network in India.
Where to watch the live streaming of the England vs New Zealand Super 8 match in the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 in India?
The live streaming of the England vs New Zealand Super 8 match in the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 will be available on the JioHotstar app and website in India.