Overview:
The road to the World Cup continues as India and New Zealand begin a three-match ODI series on Sunday at Kotambi Stadium, Vadodara.
The road to the World Cup continues as India and New Zealand begin a three-match ODI series on Sunday at Kotambi Stadium, Vadodara. For the visitors led by Michael Bracewell, acclimatising to Indian conditions will be a key focus. Meanwhile, India, captained by Shubman Gill, will aim to capitalise on familiar surroundings and sustain their strong record against the Kiwis. Get access to updated details on upcoming India vs New Zealand cricket matches in 2026 and 2027, including series information, match dates, venues, and full timetables.
IND vs NZ Series calendar 2026 and 2027: match fixtures overview
MonthSeriesMatch FormatsHost NationJanuary 2026New Zealand Tour of India 20263 ODIs, 5 T20IsIndiaOctober 2026India Tour of New Zealand 20262 Tests, 3 ODIs, 5 T20IsNew Zealand
IND vs NZ 2026 ODIs: full schedule
ODI action unfolds on January 11, 14 and 18, with fixtures set in Vadodara, Rajkot and Indore. India’s dominance in familiar conditions poses a stern challenge for New Zealand, who will be eager to build confidence. Team selections highlight a blend of experience and fresh faces from both camps.
MatchDateVenue1st ODISunday, 11 JanuaryKotambi Stadium, Vadodara2nd ODIWednesday, 14 JanuaryNiranjan Shah Stadium, Rajkot3rd ODISunday, 18 JanuaryHolkar Stadium, Indore
IND vs NZ 2026 T20Is: full schedule
The five-match T20I stretch will kick start from January 21 and run through January 31, taking the contest across Nagpur, Raipur, Guwahati, Visakhapatnam and Thiruvananthapuram. With India hosting the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, which will kick off on Saturday, February 7, 2026, the series gains added significance as a key build-up phase. New Zealand will aim to sharpen adaptability and combinations, while both sides field squads blending experienced campaigners with emerging talent ahead of the global tournament.
DateTime (GMT | Local)MatchVenueWed, Jan 2101:30 PM GMT | 07:00 PM LocalIndia vs New Zealand, 1st T20IVidarbha Cricket Association Stadium, NagpurFri, Jan 2301:30 PM GMT | 07:00 PM LocalIndia vs New Zealand, 2nd T20IShaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium, RaipurSun, Jan 2501:30 PM GMT | 07:00 PM LocalIndia vs New Zealand, 3rd T20IBarsapara Cricket Stadium, GuwahatiWed, Jan 2801:30 PM GMT | 07:00 PM LocalIndia vs New Zealand, 4th T20IDr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, VisakhapatnamSat, Jan 3101:30 PM GMT | 07:00 PM LocalIndia vs New Zealand, 5th T20IGreenfield International Stadium, Thiruvananthapuram
IND vs NZ: When and Where to Watch
ODIs start at 1:30 pm IST, while T20Is begin at 7:00 pm IST. All matches will be broadcast on Star Sports, with live streaming available on JioHotstar in India.
IND vs NZ Tour 2026: Frequently asked questions
When does the India–New Zealand tour start?
The New Zealand tour of India gets underway on January 11, 2026, with the final fixture scheduled for January 31, 2026.
What matches are lined up for the series?
The tour features a combination of three One-Day Internationals and five Twenty20 Internationals, all hosted on Indian soil.
Where will IND vs NZ matches be played?
The entire series will be staged across multiple venues in India, covering different regions of the country.
How many total fixtures are included?
Across formats, the two sides will contest eight matches during the Newzealand Tour of India.
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