ICC World Cup (ODI)
5th October 2023
14:00 IST
England
vs
New Zealand
Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad

England vs New Zealand Betting: Odds & Tips (World Cup 2023)

England will take on New Zealand in the opening game of the 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup on October 05. Here, you’ll find the best cricket betting sites for the upcoming game, the latest England vs New Zealand betting odds, match predictions, team news, and thoroughly researched ENG vs NZ betting tips.

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England vs New Zealand Latest Betting Odds (Today's Match Odds)

We’ve done the heavy lifting for you and compiled below some of the most competitive ENG vs NZ odds from the 2023 Cricket World Cup from India’s top five cricket betting apps and sites. And if you’re a resident of neighbouring countries, we suggest you read our in-depth guides like top betting sites in Pakistan or Bangladesh.

ENG vs NZ Betting Odds (ODI World Cup): Match Winner

BOOKMAKERENGLANDNEW ZEALAND
dafabet logo1.472.76
Melbet logo1.432.50
Parimatch logo1.442.76
10criclogo1.482.76
20bet logo1.452.68
vbet logo1.422.65

ENG vs NZ Betting Odds (ODI World Cup): Top Team Batsman

BOOKMAKERENGLANDODDSNEW ZEALANDODDS
dafabet logoJoe Root4.00Devon Conway3.95
Melbet logoJoe Root4.50Devon Conway4.33
Parimatch logoJonny Bairstow4.33Daryl Mitchell5.00
10criclogoJonny Bairstow4.47Daryl Mitchell5.17
20bet logoBen Stokes5.70Tom Latham5.90
vbet logoBen Stokes5.50Tom Latham6.50

ENG vs NZ Betting Odds (ODI World Cup): Top Team Bowler

BOOKMAKERENGLANDODDSNEW ZEALANDODDS
dafabet logoMark Wood3.65Trent Boult2.80
Melbet logoMark Wood4.33Trent Boult3.25
Parimatch logoAdil Rashid4.50Tim Southee4.33
10criclogoAdil Rashid4.57Tim Southee4.03
20bet logoReece Topley3.90Ish Sodhi4.60
vbet logoReece Topley4.75Ish Sodhi4.75

England vs New Zealand Betting Tips

Found yourself a free bet but don’t know what to wager it on? Consider the below ENG vs NZ betting tips from the 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup fixture, which our team at CBA thinks could well turn out correct.

  • England to win the match, to hit the most 6’s, to hit the most 4’s, have the highest score in the first 15 overs of the match & have the highest opening partnership @ 18.00 on Melbet
  • Joe Root and Daryl Mitchell to hit one or more 6’s each and hit one or more 4’s each @ 3.50 on Melbet
  • England to win the match, hit the most 6’s & hit the most 4’s @ 2.10 on Melbet

England vs New Zealand Predictions

Here are our England vs New Zealand predictions for their 2023 Cricket World Cup match, which should help you place more informed bets.

  • England has won four of the last five ODIs against New Zealand.
  • The two teams have played nine ODI World Cup games to date, of which New Zealand has won five and England has won four. So, it's a neck-and-neck affair in the World Cup.
  • That said, New Zealand has lost its last five ODIs played in India, while England has won two and lost three.
  • In India, Tom Latham has scored 475 runs in 11 ODIs at an average of 52.77.
  • NZ pacer Tim Southee has bagged 25 wickets in 16 games in India and is the best bowler from the two teams in terms of wickets taken in the country.
  • The surface at the Narendra Modi Stadium is a flat track, so the batters will get a lot of assistance from the wicket.
  • ENG vs NZ win probability: England (66%) New Zealand (34%)
ENGLAND VS NEW ZEALAND PREDICTION

Without an iota of doubt, we at CBA are predicting a victory for Team England in the opening match of the 2023 ODI World Cup vs. New Zealand. England has a strong batting and bowling lineup, and the team has been undefeated against the Kiwis in the last three ODIs.

England vs New Zealand 2023: Where to Watch?

In India and the Indian subcontinent (Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Afghanistan, Pakistan, Nepal, Bhutan, Maldives), the Star Sports Network will broadcast live coverage of the England vs New Zealand game as well as all other matches from the 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup. So you can catch live action on Star Sports 1, Star Sports 1HD, Star Sports 1 Hindi, Star Sports 1 Hindi HD, Star Sports 2, and Star Sports 2 HD.

In India, you can also choose to livestream all matches from the 2023 Cricket World Cup on Disney + Hotstar and JioCinema.

Team News

ENGLAND

  • Jos Buttler will lead England in the ODI World Cup 2023, his first appearance as captain in an ODI World Cup game.
  • Harry Brook has replaced Jason Roy in the squad, as the former is suffering from back spasms.
  • England has been struggling to find the right combination, so there is uncertainty about who will open the innings alongside Jonny Bairstow.
  • Adil Rashid, Liam Livingstone, and Moeen Ali are expected to be in the playing XI against New Zealand.
  • Harry Brook, Gus Atkinson, and Liam Livingstone will play their first ODI World Cup.
  • Sam Curran and David Willey are unlikely to feature in the tournament opener against the Black Caps.
ENGLAND SQUAD

Jos Buttler (c), Moeen Ali, Gus Atkinson, Jonny Bairstow, Sam Curran, Liam Livingstone, Dawid Malan, Adil Rashid, Joe Root, Harry Brook, Ben Stokes, Reece Topley, David Willey, Mark Wood, Chris Woakes

NEW ZEALAND

  • Kane Williamson is ruled out of the opening match of the ICC Cricket ODI World Cup.
  • Tom Latham will be the stand-in skipper against England.
  • Tim Southee has returned to the squad after thumb surgery and is available for selection against England.
  • Rachin Ravindra is expected to open the innings alongside Devon Conway at the top of the order.
  • Lockie Ferguson is likely to make it to the final XI as the third seamer ahead of Matt Henry against England.
NEW ZEALAND SQUAD

Kane Williamson (c), Trent Boult, Mark Chapman, Devon Conway, Lockie Ferguson, Matt Henry, Tom Latham, Daryl Mitchell, Jimmy Neesham, Glenn Phillips, Rachin Ravindra, Mitch Santner, Ish Sodhi, Tim Southee, Will Young

Key Players

ENGLAND

  • Joe Root

One of the most talented and versatile players in ODI cricket and the leading run-scorer for England in the 2019 ODI World Cup (556 runs). Joe Root is key to England's success against New Zealand in the 1st match of the ODI World Cup 2023. Root has scored 971 runs against New Zealand (most runs amongst active players for England vs. New Zealand).

  • Ben Stokes

The hero of the 2019 ODI World Cup for England, Ben Stokes will once again have to play a key role in his team's title defence in India. Stokes scored the highest individual score (182 runs) for England against New Zealand on his return to ODI cricket and has a very good record against the Black Caps in ODI’s (661 runs and 16 wickets).

  • Mark Wood

He was the second highest wicket taker (18 wickets) in the 2019 ODI World Cup. The surface at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad is ideal for fast bowlers and Wood will play a key role with the ball in hand against New Zealand. Wood can bowl at 140-150 Km/h on a consistent basis and swing the ball at high pace, which makes him one of the most lethal bowlers to watch out for in the match against New Zealand.

NEW ZEALAND

  • Tom Latham

Latham set to lead his nation for the first time in an ODI World Cup is one of the players to watch out for. He has a very good record in One Day Internationals (ODI) in India (475 runs) and is the most experienced batsman for New Zealand. Latham is key to his team's success against England and one of the key players to watch out for.

  • Tim Southee

The senior most player in the squad, Tim Southee is set to make his fourth appearance in ODI World Cup’s. He was the third highest wicket taker (18 wickets) in the 2011 ODI World Cup played in India. Southee has picked up 34 wickets in ODI World Cups and is the leader of the bowling attack for New Zealand, He is expected to play a key role in the match against England.

  • Trent Boult

The leading wicket taker in the 2015 and 2019 ODI World Cups for New Zealand (39 wickets combined) is the spearhead and the most reliable bowler for the Black Caps. Boult has bagged 27 wickets in One Day Internationals (ODI) against England and New Zealand’s chance of winning will depend on his efforts with the ball.

ENG vs NZ Betting: Key Stats

*Stats pertain to active players only
  • Most Runs: Kane Williamson (983)
  • Highest Batting Average: Dawid Malan (92.33)
  • Highest Score: Ben Stokes (182)
  • Most 50+ Scores: Kane Williamson (7)
  • Most 100s: Jonny Bairstow, Joe Root (3)
  • Most Runs in a Series: Kane Williamson, 2015 (396)
  • Most Wickets: Tim Southee (40)
  • Best Bowling Figures in an Innings: Tim Southee (7/33)
  • Most Wickets in a Series: Tim Southee, 2008 (13)
  • Best Strike Rate: Trent Boult (28.70)
  • Most Catches: Joe Root (13)

England vs New Zealand: Past Winners

YearMatchWinnerMargin
2023England vs New Zealand 4th ODIEngland100 runs
2023England vs New Zealand 3rd ODIEngland181 runs
2023England vs New Zealand 2nd ODIEngland70 runs
2023England vs New Zealand 1st ODINew Zealand8 wickets
2019England vs New Zealand, World Cup 2019, finalEnglandBoundary count
2018New Zealand vs England, 5th ODIEngland7 wickets
2018New Zealand vs England 4th ODINew Zealand5 wickets

Dream 11 Lineup

  • Wicket Keeper: Jonny Bairstow
  • Batsman: Joe Root (Captain), Tom Latham (Vice Captain), Harry Brook
  • All-rounders: Ben Stokes, Daryl Micthell, Rachin Ravindra, Jimmy Neesham, Mitchell Santner
  • Bowlers: Trent Boult, Mark Wood

Note: ENG vs NZ win probability of your Dream11 team is dependent on the players’ performance.

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