New Zealand tour of India, 2026
Coming in 2026, the **New Zealand tour of India** will captivate cricket fans worldwide. Scheduled for May and June, the series features two formats: a gripping five-match Test series and a high-octane five-match ODI series. India's home teams will host New Zealand's all-rounders on iconic venues such as the Wankhede Stadium, Eden Gardens, and Sardar Patel Stadium in Ahmedabad. Analysts predict fierce competition, with India's spin bowlers targeting New Zealand's aggressive batsmen, while the New Zealand seamers aim to exploit India's pitches. Betting markets will highlight pivotal players like Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Kane Williamson, and Mitchell Santner. This deep-rooted rivalry will not only influence ICC rankings but also fuel regional fan engagement, streaming views, and merchandise sales.
View Series Points Table
| Team | Team | Venue/Status | Date (GMT) |
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 India |  New Zealand
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BCA Stadium, Kotambi, Vadodara India won by 4 wkts |
11 Jan 2026 8:00:00 AM |
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India | New Zealand
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Niranjan Shah Stadium, Khandheri, Rajkot New Zealand won by 7 wkts |
14 Jan 2026 8:00:00 AM |
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India | New Zealand
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Holkar Cricket Stadium, Indore New Zealand won by 41 runs |
18 Jan 2026 8:00:00 AM |
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India | New Zealand
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Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium, Nagpur India won by 48 runs |
21 Jan 2026 1:30:00 PM |
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India | New Zealand
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Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium, Raipur India won by 7 wkts |
23 Jan 2026 1:30:00 PM |
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India | New Zealand
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Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati India won by 8 wkts |
25 Jan 2026 1:30:00 PM |
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India | New Zealand
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ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam New Zealand won by 50 runs |
28 Jan 2026 1:30:00 PM |
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India | New Zealand
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Greenfield International Stadium, Thiruvananthapuram India won by 46 runs |
31 Jan 2026 1:30:00 PM |