This summer, Eden Park is set to host some of the world’s biggest cricketing names as part of New Zealand Cricket’s exciting 2025-26 international home season.

Auckland fans won’t have to wait long for blockbuster action, with the BLACKCAPS welcoming England for a T20I under lights on Thursday 23 October, followed by back-to-back T20Is against the West Indies on Wednesday 5 and Thursday 6 November. The summer peaks again in March when the WHITE FERNS and BLACKCAPS take on South Africa in a T20I doubleheader on Friday 20 March – a rare chance to see elite men’s and women’s cricket in one action-packed day.

Eden Park’s four big matches come during a thrilling summer of cricket, featuring 46 days of international action. The BLACKCAPS will face off against Australia, England, the West Indies and South Africa, while the WHITE FERNS take on Zimbabwe and South Africa in a 14-match home campaign.

With spots on the line for both the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup and the recently concluded ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup, every match carries extra weight – and extra excitement.

Fans can expect world-class entertainment, fierce competition, and a festival atmosphere right here in Tāmaki Makaurau. Tickets go on sale in August – don’t miss the chance to experience international cricket at Eden Park this summer.

Matches at Eden Park:
🔹 BLACKCAPS v England – Thu 23 Oct, 7:15pm
🔹 BLACKCAPS v West Indies – Wed 5 & Thu 6 Nov, 7:15pm
🔹 WHITE FERNS & BLACKCAPS v South Africa – Fri 20 Mar, 2:45pm & 7:15pm

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Article added: Wednesday 25 June 2025