India and New Zealand have a competitive rivalry in international cricket. They have produced many close and memorable matches in various formats. From ICC tournaments to bilateral series, both teams regularly challenge each other in different conditions.
India has found success through strong batting and spin bowling, particularly at home. New Zealand is recognized for its disciplined bowling and smart game plans. The rivalry has stayed evenly matched over the years.
As the upcoming India vs New Zealand series approaches, interest in their past encounters is growing. This article will provide detailed head-to-head records, key statistics, and important trends across formats.
India vs New Zealand – Head-to-Head Stats In All Formats
Check out the complete head-to-head stats between India and New Zealand across all formats.
| Format | Matches | India win | New Zealand win | No result/Drawn |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Test | 65 | 22 | 16 | 27 |
| ODI | 120 | 62 | 50 | 8 |
| T20I | 25 | 14 | 10 | 1 |
| Overall | 210 | 98 | 76 | 36 |
India has an edge over New Zealand in all formats, winning a total of 98 out of 210 matches. In Tests, both teams have had some memorable contests. India leads with 22 wins, while 27 matches have ended in draws. In ODIs, India’s dominance is clearer, with 62 wins compared to New Zealand’s 50; eight matches ended without a result.
T20Is have been competitive, but India still has the advantage with 14 wins. Overall, these statistics show India’s strong performance against New Zealand, making their matches exciting for cricket fans worldwide.
Take a look at the head-to-head records between India and New Zealand here.
India vs New Zealand: Head-to-Head In One Day Internationals
India and New Zealand have faced each other in 120 matches in One Day Internationals.
| Aspect | Stats |
|---|---|
| Matches | 120 |
| India win | 62 |
| New Zealand win | 50 |
| No result/Tied | 8 |
After winning 62 matches, India clearly dominates the ODI head-to-head against the Kiwis, with eight matches ending without a result.
Take a look at some other ODI records here,
| Parameter | India | New Zealand |
|---|---|---|
| Highest total | 397/4 | 349/9 |
| Lowest total | 88 | 79 |
| Most runs | Sachin Tendulkar – 1750 | Ross Taylor – 1385 |
| Highest individual score | Shubman Gill – 208 | Tom Latham – 145* |
| Most Wickets | Javagal Srinath – 51 | Tim Southee – 38 |
| Best bowling performance | Mohammed Shami – 7/57 | Shane Bond – 6/19 |
| Most hundreds | Virender Sehwag, Virat Kohli – 6 | Nathan Astle – 5 |
| Most fifties | Virat Kohli – 15 | Kane Williamson – 12 |
| Most Sixes | Rohit Sharma – 47 | Chris Cairns – 25 |
India vs New Zealand: Head-to-Head In Twenty-20 Internationals
We have witnessed some closely fought contests between these two sides in T20Is, having faced each other in 25 matches.
| Aspect | Stats |
|---|---|
| Matches | 25 |
| India win | 14 |
| New Zealand win | 10 |
| No result/Tied | 1 |
India also hold an advantage over New Zealand in T20Is, similar to ODIs. They have won 14 matches compared to the Kiwis’ 10, with one match ending in a tie.
Take a look at some other T20I records here,
| Parameter | India | New Zealand |
|---|---|---|
| Highest total | 234/4 | 219/6 |
| Lowest total | 79 | 66 |
| Most runs | Rohit Sharma – 511 | Colin Munro – 426 |
| Highest individual score | Shubman Gill – 126* | Colin Munro – 109* |
| Most Wickets | Jasprit Bumrah – 12 | Ish Sodhi – 25 |
| Best bowling performance | Deepak Hooda – 4/10 | Mitchell Santner – 4/11 |
| Most hundreds | Shubman Gill, Suryakumar Yadav- 1 | Colin Munro – 1 |
| Most fifties | Rohit Sharma – 6 | Colin Munro – 4 |
| Most Sixes | Rohit Sharma – 27 | Colin Munro – 24 |
Overall, India has had a small advantage in T20Is against New Zealand due to strong batting performances.
Rohit Sharma has been India’s star player, topping the run charts and hitting many sixes. Colin Munro has been New Zealand’s main batter, providing important innings and crucial runs. Their efforts have shaped numerous tight matches between the two teams.
India vs New Zealand: Head-to-Head In Test
India is continuing their domination over New Zealand, as they also lead the head-to-head record in Test matches.
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Matches | 65 |
| India win | 22 |
| New Zealand win | 16 |
| Drawn | 27 |
India have won 22 matches out of 65, while New Zealand have won 16, with 27 matches ending in a draw.
| Parameter | India | New Zealand |
|---|---|---|
| Highest total | 583/7 dec | 680/8 dec |
| Lowest total | 46 | 62 |
| Most runs | Rahul Dravid – 1659 | Brendon McCullum – 1224 |
| Highest individual score | Vinoo Mankad – 231 | Brendon McCullum – 302 |
| Most Wickets | Ravi Ashwin – 75 | RJ Hadlee – 65 |
| Best bowling performance | Axar Patel – 10/119 | RJ Hadlee – 7/23 |
| Most hundreds | Rahul Dravid – 6 | Brendon McCullum – 4 |
| Most fifties | Rahul Dravid – 12 | Bevan Congdon – 9 |
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Conclusion: India Leads The Head-to-Head Record Against New Zealand In All Formats
India has maintained an overall advantage over New Zealand in all formats, winning 98 out of 210 matches. This dominance is especially noticeable in ODIs, where India has achieved 62 victories. New Zealand has claimed 50 wins, and eight matches ended without a result.
In Tests, India leads with 22 wins, but 27 matches were drawn, showing that the contests have been competitive. T20Is have been more balanced, but India still holds the edge with 14 wins compared to New Zealand’s 10, including one tied match.
These records show India’s consistent performances and strong batting and bowling. Fans can look forward to the upcoming India vs New Zealand series starting on the 9th, which promises more exciting contests.
