Overview
- New Zealand beat England by five wickets in Hamilton to take an unassailable 2-0 lead, finishing the chase inside 34 overs.
- England were bowled out for 175 in 36 overs after a string of reckless dismissals that prevented any meaningful partnerships.
- Jofra Archer returned for his first England appearance since September 12 with 3-23 from 10 overs, bowling near 90mph and conceding runs from only nine deliveries.
- Blair Tickner, recalled as cover for the injured Kyle Jamieson, took a career-best 4-34 to spearhead a disciplined New Zealand attack.
- England are considering careful management of Archer after a brief on-field check during the match, with the third ODI in Wellington on Saturday and the Ashes opener set for November 21 in Perth.