England's Sam Curran (R) fist bumps Brydon Carse during the first Twenty20 international cricket match between New Zealand and England at Hagley Oval in Christchurch on October 18, 2025. (Photo by Sanka VIDANAGAMA / AFP)
The first T20 International between New Zealand and England at Hagley Oval, Christchurch, was abandoned due to persistent rain on Saturday.
England, sent in to bat, posted 153-6 in their 20 overs, with Sam Curran’s unbeaten 49 lifting them from 81-5 after Jos Buttler’s dismissal for 29. Play was halted for 30 minutes due to rain before the innings ended.
Mitchell Santner impressed with 1-20 in four overs, while all six Kiwi bowlers claimed a wicket each. The second match of the series will be played on 20th October at the same venue.
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