The match at R. Premadasa Stadium on Friday sees New Zealand needing a victory to secure the second semifinal spot from Group 2. England, already qualified, made one change to their lineup, recalling Rehan Ahmed for Jamie Overton, while New Zealand fielded the same side that comprehensively beat Sri Lanka earlier in the tournament.
New Zealand wins toss and bats against England in T20 World Cup
New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner won the toss and elected to bat first against England in a crucial T20 World Cup Super 8 match in Colombo.