How to watch ENG vs NZ 1st Test match 2026 live: Start time, TV channels and streaming details worldwide

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KEY TAKEAWAYS:

England takes on New Zealand in the opening Test of a three-match series against each other on June 4-8, 2026, at Lord's.

The Test forms part of the ICC World Test Championship for the cycle 2025-27.

The playing times will be from 11:00 AM local time in London daily.

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England and New Zealand kick off Test series at Lord's

The England cricket team kick off their home Test cricket season by hosting New Zealand in what promises to be a tough contest at the Home of Cricket, Lord’s.

After a trying Ashes season, the team led by Ben Stokes will be keen to turn things around, especially as the Black Caps, captained by Tom Latham, are arriving in good form and have an excellent lineup that includes players such as Kane Williamson, Rachin Ravindra, and Kyle Jamieson.

This Test match forms a part of the ICC World Test Championship 2025-27 cycle and the series will signal the start of a packed Test cricket calendar for both sides. While England will face India in its coming Test match in this season before embarking on an overseas tour, NZ will continue playing Test matches in its WTC cycle.

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Where to watch ENG vs NZ 1st Test match 2026 at Lord's live worldwide

Cricket lovers all around the world have several alternatives for following the match from Lords, either through conventional TV broadcasts or by live streaming the event.

The first Test is scheduled to commence on June 4 and continue until June 8.

Zak Crawley and Ollie Pope have been left out, giving Emilio Gay and James Rew opportunities for their England Test debut. Brydon Carse remains unavailable due to an injury. Jofra Archer is rested after playing a lot of games, including the Ashes, T20 World Cup and IPL.

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Ollie Robinson has come back into the team, and Sonny Baker can make his Test debut for England. Rehan Ahmed is picked for the spin-bowling all-rounder spot as Will Jacks does not make the cut.

As for NZ, Glenn Phillips comes back into the picture having recovered from his groin injury sustained during the West Indies series. Mitchell Santner also has recovered from his shoulder problem. Ben Sears stays on the tour as cover, while Dean Foxcroft goes back home.

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Here's a breakdown of broadcast details of the first Test match between England and New Zealand from different regions globally.

Where to watch ENG vs NZ 1st Test match 2026 live in the UK

TV channel: Sky Sports Cricket, Sky Sports Main Event

Live streaming: Sky Go, NOW

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Viewers in the United Kingdom can watch the first Test between England and New Zealand live on Sky Sports Cricket and Sky Sports Main Event. Online streaming is available through Sky Go and NOW.

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Where to watch ENG vs NZ 1st Test match 2026 live in New Zealand

Broadcaster: Sky Sport NZ

Live Streaming: Sky Sport Now

Sky Sport NZ will provide live coverage of the Lord's Test for viewers in New Zealand. Fans can also stream the match through the Sky Sport Now platform.

Where to watch ENG vs NZ 1st Test match 2026 live in India

TV channel: Sony Sports Network

Online live stream: Sony LIV

The England vs New Zealand Test series will be available on the Sony Sports Network in India, with live streaming available on Sony LIV.

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Where to watch ENG vs NZ 1st Test match 2026 live in the US

TV & streaming: Willow TV

Cricket fans in the United States can watch the match live on Willow TV and its streaming platforms.

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Where to watch ENG vs NZ 1st Test match 2026 live in Pakistan

Broadcaster: PTV Sports

Live streaming: Tampad

Cricket fans in Pakistan can watch the match live on PTV Sports and via streaming platform Tapmad.

ENG vs NZ 1st Test match at Lord's start time worldwide

UK & Ireland (BST): 11:00 a.m.

New Zealand (NZST): 10:00 p.m.

India (IST): 3:30 p.m.

Pakistan (PST): 3:00 p.m.

USA (ET): 6:00 a.m.

Australia (AEST): 8:00 p.m.

South Africa (SAST): 12:00 p.m.

UAE (GST): 2:00 p.m.

The remaining two matches of the three-match Test series will be played at The Oval (June 17-21) and Trent Bridge (June 25-29).

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