England vs New Zealand Live Streaming Online and Free Telecast in India, 3rd Test 2026
Catch all the live streaming and broadcast details for the England vs New Zealand 3rd Test 2026, commencing today, June 25, at Trent Bridge, Nottingham. Find out where to watch the series decider in India on Sony Sports Network and SonyLIV, alongside global viewing options, match timings, and key player information.
The stage is set for a thrilling conclusion to the 2026 Test series between England and New Zealand as the two cricketing powerhouses lock horns in the third and final match at Trent Bridge, Nottingham. Kicking off today, Thursday, June 25, 2026, this decisive encounter, part of the ICC World Test Championship 2025-27 cycle, promises intense cricketing action as the series stands level at 1-1. Ben Stokes Apologises to England Teammates Upon Return Ahead of ENG vs NZ 3rd Test 2026 Against New Zealand.
England clinched the first Test at Lord's by 115 runs, showcasing their 'Bazball' approach, but New Zealand bounced back with a dominant 253-run victory in the second Test at The Oval, setting up a captivating decider.
England will welcome back their dynamic captain, Ben Stokes, and pacer Gus Atkinson, a significant boost as they aim to seal the series on home soil. New Zealand, meanwhile, will be confident after their commanding performance in the previous match, with players like Henry Nicholls and Rachin Ravindra in fine form.
Match Schedule and Timings
The 3rd Test between England and New Zealand will be played over five days at Trent Bridge, Nottingham.
Date: Thursday, June 25, 2026 – Monday, June 29, 2026
Venue: Trent Bridge, Nottingham, England
Start Time (Local BST): 11:00 AM BST daily
Start Time (IST, India): 3:30 PM IST daily (Toss at 3:00 PM IST)
Where to Watch England vs New Zealand 3rd Test Live
Cricket enthusiasts can follow the live action from Trent Bridge across various regions. Below are the confirmed broadcasters and streaming platforms:
| Region | TV Channel | Streaming Platform |
|---|---|---|
| India | Sony Sports Network | SonyLIV |
| United Kingdom | Sky Sports Main Event, Sky Sports Cricket | Sky Go, NOW |
| USA | Willow TV | Willow TV (via Sling TV) |
| Australia | Fox Cricket (via Foxtel) | Kayo Sports |
| New Zealand | Sky Sport NZ | Sky Sport Now |
| South Africa | SuperSport | DStv Stream app |
Head-to-Head and Recent Form
Historically, England and New Zealand have produced captivating Test encounters. In 117 Test matches played between the two nations (including the first two Tests of this series), England holds an advantage with 56 wins, while New Zealand has secured 16 victories. 45 matches have ended in a draw. Coach Brendon McCullum Dismisses Rumours About Fallout With England Captain Ben Stokes Ahead of ENG vs NZ 3rd Test 2026.
England's recent form includes a victory in the first Test of this series against New Zealand and a loss in the second. Prior to this series, they were coming off a challenging Ashes campaign. New Zealand, on the other hand, recorded a commanding win against Ireland before leveling the current series against England.
As England looks to capitalize on their home advantage and New Zealand aims for a historic series win, the third Test at Trent Bridge promises to be a gripping contest, setting the tone for their ICC World Test Championship campaign.
(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Jun 25, 2026 02:30 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).
