The England team were coached by Jess Thirlby and captained by Serena Guthrie.

[4][13][14][15] Both New Zealand and England found their preparations for the series disrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Four Auckland-based players, Gina Crampton, Sulu Fitzpatrick, Peta Toeava and Grace Nweke were given special dispensation by New Zealand's Ministry of Health, allowing them to travel to Christchurch.

Travel restrictions also prevented four of England's Suncorp Super Netball players – Natalie Haythornthwaite, Stacey Francis-Bayman, Helen Housby and Jo Harten – from travelling to New Zealand.

Manager: Dayna Kaio Physiotherapist: Sharon Kearney Strength and conditioning: John Wilson