England vs New Zealand Cricket World Cup 2019: Start time, how to watch online and TV channel, permutations, odds

Everything you need to know about England’s final group stage match against the Black Caps with semi-final qualification on the line

England are in control of their own Cricket World Cup destiny ahead of their final group stage game against New Zealand, following their 31-run victory over India.

Eoin Morgan’s men, driven on by excellent batting performances from Jonny Bairstow, Jason Roy and Ben Stokes, now know that a win against the Black Caps will secure their place in the final four, regardless of how challengers Pakistan perform.

New Zealand have slipped to two defeats in their last two games against Pakistan and Australia and will be looking to find some form heading into the semi-final stage. Captain Kane Williamson will be looking to break the half century mark after failing to replicate his early tournament form in the last two games.

The Black Caps, who finished as runners-up in 2015, were defeated by England on home soil back in the spring of 2018 in a 3-2 ODI series loss.

The side ranked third in the world will be looking to bowler Trent Boult to hit another hat-trick following his stellar performance against Australia last time out.

What time does it start?

England vs New Zealand starts at 10:30am BST on Wednesday 3 July.

Where can I watch it?

The match will be shown live on Sky Sports Main Event from 10:00am BST. Highlights will be shown at 11:00pm BST on Channel 4.

The match can be watched online for free with a Sky Go account.

It’s a big game for

Jonny Bairstow: After a subdued tournament thus far, Bairstow came roaring back, making 111 off of 109 balls as England defeated India by 31 runs in Birmingham. His partnership with fit again Jason Roy set a solid base for England to go on to win, meaning their qualification chances for the semi-finals are in their own hands.

Best stat

New Zealand captain Kane Williamson has the best batting average so far at this year’s tournament with a score of 113.5. The England player with the best batting average is Jason Roy, who comes in at 70.25 runs from his five games.

Williamson is the top runscorer in the World Cup so far (Getty)

Player to watch

Trent Boult: The 29-year-old secured a hat-trick in the final over against Australia last time out, marking his second in eight months in ODI cricket. It took his total number of wickets taken at the tournament to 13 and could prove to be a real danger man for England.

Last time out

England sealed a 3-2 series victory in New Zealand in March 2018, including a seven wicket win in the final ODI in Christchurch.

Form guide:

England: WWWLLW

New Zealand: WWWWLL

England know victory will see them through to the semi-finals (PA)

Odds

England to win: 2/5

New Zealand to win: 19/10

Prediction

England to win.