England hosts New Zealand in third men’s Test at Trent Bridge
The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 25, 2026, 9:09 AM
Last updated Jun 25, 2026

The third men’s Test between England and New Zealand is underway at Trent Bridge, starting at 11am BST. Both teams look to gain momentum in the series, with England aiming to capitalize on home advantage. The match is set against the backdrop of recent performances from both sides, with expectations high for an engaging contest. Updates on the match will follow as plays progress.
- •Match begins at Trent Bridge at 11am BST.
- •England faces New Zealand in the third Test of the series.
- •Both teams are looking to improve on recent performances.
- •Further updates will be provided as the match progresses.
- 9:09 AMThe Guardian Sport — England v New Zealand: third men’s Test, day one – live
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