How to Watch the 2026 ENG vs NZ 1st Test Match Live: Start Times and Broadcasting Details

The much-anticipated first Test match between England and New Zealand is set to take place from June 4 to June 8, 2026, at the iconic Lord's Cricket Ground. This match marks the beginning of a three-match series and is part of the ICC World Test Championship for the 2025-27 cycle.

The matches will commence daily at 11:00 AM local time in London. England, led by captain Ben Stokes, is looking to rebound after a challenging Ashes series, while New Zealand, under the leadership of Tom Latham, arrives with a strong lineup, featuring stars like Kane Williamson, Rachin Ravindra, and Kyle Jamieson.

Notably, England's squad will see Emilio Gay and James Rew making their Test debuts, while Brydon Carse is sidelined due to injury. Additionally, Jofra Archer is being rested, and Ollie Robinson returns to the fold. For New Zealand, Glenn Phillips and Mitchell Santner are back in action after recovering from injuries, though Dean Foxcroft has returned home.

Cricket fans worldwide have numerous options to catch the live action, whether through traditional television broadcasts or online streaming services. The match will be broadcast in various regions, including Sky Sports in the UK, Sky Sport NZ in New Zealand, Sony Sports Network in India, and Willow TV in the USA.

Here’s a quick look at the start times around the globe: 11:00 AM BST in the UK, 10:00 PM NZST in New Zealand, 3:30 PM IST in India, 3:00 PM PST in Pakistan, and 6:00 AM ET in the USA. The series will continue with matches at The Oval from June 17-21 and Trent Bridge from June 25-29.