England aims for fifth straight victory against New Zealand at T20 World Cup
Sky Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 8:16 PM
Last updated Jun 26, 2026

England's all-rounder Alice Capsey emphasized the need for the team to maintain momentum as they prepare to face New Zealand at The Oval in their final group game of the T20 World Cup. Already qualified for the semi-finals, England is looking to secure a fifth consecutive win after recently defeating the West Indies by 38 runs. The match is crucial for New Zealand, the defending champions, who must win to keep their semi-final hopes alive. Capsey acknowledged the strength of the New Zealand side, stating the necessity to perform at their best to secure victory.
- •England faces New Zealand at The Oval on Saturday evening.
- •Alice Capsey urges her team to build on their winning streak.
- •England has already secured a semi-final spot in Group B.
- •New Zealand must win to advance, having eliminated Scotland earlier.
- •The match takes place amid a heatwave, with temperatures expected to reach 33 degrees Celsius.
"All-rounder Alice Capsey has urged England to continue their winning momentum against New Zealand at The Oval ahead of semi-finals of the T20 World Cup.
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