New Zealand will tour India for a proper white-ball series featuring 3 ODIs and 5 T20Is from January 11-31, 2026. Scheduled across 8 different venues, the tour serves as crucial preparation for both teams ahead of the ICC T20 World Cup. Notably, Vadodara’s Kotambi Stadium will host its first international match in 15 years.
The tour marks the return of Indian veteran batsmen Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, both in red-hot form, which is expected to drive massive fan attendance across venues.
This blog covers everything you need to know about this tour, including the complete schedule, squad details, live streaming platforms, and venue information.
New Zealand Tour of India 2026 Full Schedule
The New Zealand tour of India in 2026 features 3 ODIs and 5 T20Is, pitting the Black Caps’ resilient bowling attack against India’s explosive batting firepower in high-stakes battles across diverse venues. Fans can look forward to edge-of-the-seat drama throughout the full schedule unfolding in early 2026.
3-Match ODI Series Schedule
| Match | Date | Venue | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st ODI | Sunday, 11 January 2026 | Kotambi Stadium, Vadodara | 1:30 PM IST9:00 PM NZST |
| 2nd ODI | Wednesday, 14 January 2026 | Niranjan Shah Stadium, Rajkot | 1:30 PM IST 9:00 PM NZST |
| 3rd ODI | Sunday, 18 January 2026 | Holkar Stadium, Indore | 1:30 PM IST 9:00 PM NZST |
5 Match T20I Series Schedule
| Match | Date | Venue | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st T20I | Saturday, 31 January 2026 | VCA Stadium, Nagpur | 7:00 PM IST & 2:30 AM NZST |
| 2nd T20I | Friday, 23 January 2026 | SVNS Stadium, Raipur | 7:00 PM IST & 2:30 AM NZST |
| 3rd T20I | Sunday, 25 January 2026 | Barsapara Stadium, Guwahati | 7:00 PM IST & 2:30 AM NZST |
| 4th T20I | Wednesday, 28 January 2026 | ACA-VDCA Stadium, Vizag | 7:00 PM IST & 2:30 AM NZST |
| 5th T20I | Saturday31 January 2026 | Greenfield Stadium, Trivandrum | 7:00 PM IST & 2:30 AM NZST |
New Zealand Tour Of India 2026: Squads
Squads for New Zealand’s tour of India in 2026 remain unannounced for the Indian side, with official revelations expected around January 3rd or 4th, while New Zealand has already named their combined ODI and T20I squads.
Captain Shubman Gill is poised for a return after sitting out the recent ODIs against South Africa, and Mohammad Shami gears up for an ODI comeback, his first since the 2023 World Cup, though Shreyas Iyer’s fitness remains doubtful, potentially sidelining him further. Rishabh Pant faces uncertainty over retaining his spot amid ongoing selection debates.
India vs New Zealand 2026 3-Match ODI Series Squads
India squad: Shubman Gill (C), Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, KL Rahul (WK), Shreyas Iyer (VC)*, Washington Sundar, Ravindra Jadeja, Mohd Siraj, Harshit Rana, Prasidh Krishna, Kuldeep Yadav, Rishabh Pant (WK), Nitish Kumar Reddy, Arshdeep Singh, Yashasvi Jaiswal
New Zealand squad: Michael Bracewell (c), Adi Ashok, Kristian Clarke, Josh Clarkson, Devon Conway, Zak Foulkes, Mitch Hay, Kyle Jamieson, Nick Kelly, Jayden Lennox, Daryl Mitchell, Henry Nicholls, Glenn Phillips, Michael Rae, Will Young
India vs New Zealand 2026 5-Match T20I Series Squads
India squad: Suryakumar Yadav (c), Abhishek Sharma, Tilak Varma, Sanju Samson, Ishan Kishan, Shivam Dube, Ishan Kishan, Hardik Pandya, Arshdeep Singh, Jasprit Bumrah, Harshit Rana, Varun Chakaravarthy, Kuldeep Yadav, Axar Patel, Washington Sundar, Rinku Singh
New Zealand squad: Mitchell Santner (c), Michael Bracewell, Mark Chapman, Devon Conway, Jacob Duffy, Zak Foulkes, Matt Henry, Kyle Jamieson, Bevon Jacobs, Daryl Mitchell, James Neesham, Glenn Phillips, Rachin Ravindra, Tim Robinson, Ish Sodhi
India vs New Zealand Head-to-Head Record
India and New Zealand have a fiercely competitive rivalry, including several high-stakes encounters in ICC knockout matches, where New Zealand have often had the edge in pressure games. Here’s a look at the head-to-head records in both formats.
| Format | Total Matches | India Won | New Zealand Won | Tie | NR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ODI | 120 | 62 | 50 | 1 | 7 |
| T20I | 25 | 12 | 10 | 3 | 0 |
New Zealand Tour of India 2026 Live Streaming and Broadcast
Fans across India and New Zealand can enjoy the full New Zealand Tour of India 2026 action via these platforms:
| Region | Platform | Details |
|---|---|---|
| India (TV) | Star Sports | Star Sports 1, Star Sports 1 HD, Star Sports Hindi |
| India (Streaming) | Jio Hotstar | Live on the JioHotstar app and website |
| New Zealand | Sky Sports NZ | Full coverage for Kiwi supporters |
New Zealand Tour of India 2026 Ticket Booking Platform
Secure your seats for the series through these options:
- Online Booking: BookMyShow, District by Zomato (Indore match), and state cricket association sites.
- Stadium Counters: Available at venue box offices pre-match.
- Price Range: ₹800 to ₹7,000 based on stand and category.
- Entry Requirements: Valid ID and ticket (digital or printed).
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Conclusion: India vs New Zealand Set for an Exciting 2026 Series
Gear up for thrilling cricket as New Zealand tours India starting January 11, 2026, featuring three ODIs and five T20Is across eight iconic venues. With India’s home advantage and stars like Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, and Suryakumar Yadav facing NZ’s grit, Mitchell Santner out for ODIs but leading T20Is, every game counts ahead of the T20 World Cup.
