England and New Zealand begin Test series at Lord's today
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Last updated Jun 4, 2026
England hosts New Zealand in the first Test at Lord's, starting today. The match is part of the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2025-27 cycle and follows England's difficult Ashes series in Australia. Ben Stokes' team has made changes, including enhancing support staff and reinstating a team curfew. New Zealand is introducing both Kyle Jamieson and Will O'Rourke in their pace attack, marking their first appearance together in Test cricket. This series is significant for Kane Williamson, who may be participating in his final tour of England.
- •First Test runs from June 4-8 at Lord's, London.
- •England made several team changes after the Ashes.
- •Jamieson and O'Rourke return from injuries for New Zealand.
- •Kane Williamson may be playing his final Test series in England.
- •Live broadcast available on Sony Sports Network and SonyLIV.
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"England will begin their home summer with a three-Test series against New Zealand, with the first match starting at Lord's on Thursday. The series is part of the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2025-27 cycle and comes at an important stage for both sides. England enter the series after a difficult Ashes campaign in Australia.
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