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Wyatt-Hodge leads England to nine-wicket victory over New Zealand

BBC Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 9:00 PM

Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Wyatt-Hodge leads England to nine-wicket victory over New Zealand

Summary

England secured a nine-wicket victory against New Zealand in their final group game of the ICC T20 World Cup at The Oval on June 27, 2026. Chasing 164, England reached 164-1 in 17.2 overs, with Danni Wyatt-Hodge scoring an unbeaten 89 and Sophia Dunkley contributing 49 not out. New Zealand, limited to 163-6, is now eliminated from the tournament. This win continues England's impressive run in the competition as they remain unbeaten and assured a spot in the semi-finals, with their next opponent yet to be confirmed.

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By the Numbers

•England finished the group stage at the top of Group 2.
•Danni Wyatt-Hodge is the tournament's leading run-scorer.
•New Zealand scored 163-6, with Melie Kerr top-scoring 42.
•England has won all five group matches.
•The semi-final opponent will be confirmed on June 28.

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9:00 PMBBC Sport — Wyatt-Hodge smashes unbeaten 89 as England race into semis

What they're saying

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England's winning run at the T20 World Cup continues with a rampant nine-wicket victory over New Zealand in their final group game at The Oval.
— BBC Sport

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