The stage is set for the second ODI of the England tour of New Zealand 2025, as New Zealand take on England at Seddon Park, Hamilton, on Wednesday, 29th October. The hosts lead the series 1–0 after a commanding four-wicket victory in the first match and will look to seal the series, while England will be desperate to bounce back and level things up.
Match Preview
New Zealand began the series on a high, chasing down England’s total with a strong all-round performance. Although their top order faltered early, Daryl Mitchell anchored the innings brilliantly with an unbeaten knock that guided the Kiwis home.
On the other hand, Harry Brook’s century was the lone highlight for England, as their batting lineup collapsed under New Zealand’s disciplined bowling attack. Their bowlers couldn’t capitalize on early breakthroughs, allowing the Blackcaps to recover and secure the win.
Heading into the Hamilton encounter, New Zealand will rely on their balanced attack and strong middle order, while England need to address their batting frailties to stay alive in the series.
Match Details: NZ vs ENG
| Fixture | New Zealand vs England, 2nd ODI |
|---|---|
| Series | England tour of New Zealand 2025 |
| Venue | Seddon Park, Hamilton |
| Date & Time | Wednesday, 29th October 2025, 6:30 AM IST |
| Live Streaming | FanCode |
| Toss | To be updated |
Head-to-Head Record: NZ vs ENG
| Team | Matches Won |
|---|---|
| England (ENG) | 45 |
| New Zealand (NZ) | 46 |
| No Result | 6 |
Weather & Pitch Report — Seddon Park, Hamilton
Hamilton’s weather is expected to be cloudy with a chance of rain and thunderstorms, which could cause interruptions during play.
The pitch at Seddon Park typically offers assistance to fast bowlers, with consistent bounce and movement early on. Batters who spend time at the crease can capitalize once the ball softens. Spinners might find limited turn and will need to rely on flight and variation.
New Zealand (NZ) Probable Playing 11:
Mitchell Santner (c), Will Young, Rachin Ravindra, Kane Williamson, Daryl Mitchell, Tom Latham (wk), Michael Bracewell, Nathan Smith, Zak Foulkes, Matt Henry, Jacob Duffy
England (ENG) Probable Playing 11:
Harry Brook (c), Ben Duckett, Jamie Smith, Joe Root, Jos Buttler (wk), Jamie Overton, Brydon Carse, Sam Curran, Adil Rashid, Jacob Bethell, Luke Wood
Who Will Win Today’s Match? (AI Prediction)
Based on current form, team balance, and home advantage, New Zealand appear slightly ahead of England. Their batting depth and familiarity with conditions at Hamilton make them the favorites to clinch the series.
AI Prediction: New Zealand to win the 2nd ODI and seal the series 2–0.
