The England vs New Zealand head-to-head record in ODIs showcases one of cricket’s oldest and most competitive rivalries. Over the decades, both nations have produced thrilling contests filled with drama, batting brilliance, and bowling mastery. From World Cup clashes to bilateral series, this fixture has often gone down to the wire. Factors like English seaming conditions and New Zealand’s adaptability make their encounters unpredictable and fiercely fought. Analyzing their head-to-head data reveals how momentum has shifted between eras, providing crucial insights into team strategies and individual performances.
Whether it’s a high-scoring chase under lights or a swing-dominated battle in overcast skies, England vs New Zealand ODIs always deliver captivating cricket.
England vs New Zealand Head-to-Head Stats
Matches Played
England Won
New Zealand Won
Tied
No Result
96
44
45
3
4
Highest Totals in England vs New Zealand ODIs
Team
Score
Overs
RR
Inns
Opposition
Ground
Result
Match Date
England
408/9
50.0
8.16
1
v New Zealand
Birmingham
won
9 Jun 2015
New Zealand
398/5
50.0
7.96
1
v England
The Oval
won
12 Jun 2015
England
368
48.1
7.64
1
v New Zealand
The Oval
won
13 Sep 2023
England
365/9
46.0
7.93
2
v New Zealand
The Oval
lost
12 Jun 2015
New Zealand
359/3
50.0
7.18
1
v England
Southampton
won
2 Jun 2013
England
350/3
44.0
7.95
2
v New Zealand
Nottingham
won
17 Jun 2015
Lowest Totals in England vs New Zealand ODIs
Team
Score
Overs
RR
Inns
Opposition
Ground
Result
Match Date
England
89
37.2
2.38
2
v New Zealand
Wellington
lost
16 Feb 2002
England
101
32.5
3.07
1
v New Zealand
Chester-le-Street
lost
29 Jun 2004
England
120
37.5
3.17
2
v New Zealand
Adelaide
lost
23 Jan 2007
England
123
33.2
3.69
1
v New Zealand
Wellington
lost
20 Feb 2015
England
127
40.1
3.16
2
v New Zealand
Christchurch
lost
26 Feb 1983
England
130
49.4
2.61
1
v New Zealand
Wellington
lost
9 Feb 2008
Most Runs in England vs New Zealand ODIs
Player
Mat
Inns
NO
Runs
HS
Ave
BF
SR
100
50
LRPL Taylor (NZ)
35
34
5
1424
181*
49.10
1710
83.27
5
5
JE Root (ENG)
26
26
4
1048
106*
47.63
1179
88.88
3
6
BB McCullum (NZ)
32
31
4
993
80*
36.77
842
117.93
–
8
KS Williamson (NZ)
20
20
2
983
118
54.61
1136
86.53
2
7
JG Wright (NZ)
30
30
0
930
101
31.00
1545
60.19
1
6
AJ Lamb (ENG)
28
28
2
921
108*
35.42
1253
73.50
2
3
Highest Individual Scores in England vs New Zealand ODIs
