The india vs new zealand national cricket team timeline serves as an official documentation of bilateral cricket fixtures between these two international teams.
This registry compiles match data, format classifications, performance records, and fixture schedules spanning 1955-2026.
The documentation provides chronological match entries, statistical aggregates, squad information, and broadcasting details.
All data are presented in a standardized table format per archival protocols. No analytical interpretation or commentary included.
Content designed for reference and documentation purposes.
India Vs New Zealand National Cricket Team Timeline
India Vs New Zealand National Cricket Team Timeline: Recent Matches (2024–2025)
| Match Date | Match Format | Match Venue | India Score | New Zealand Score | Match Outcome | Match Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 January 2026 | 1st ODI (Day/Night) | Vadodara | 306/6 (49 overs) | 300/8 (50 overs) | India won by 4 wickets | 6 balls remaining |
| 14 January 2026 | 2nd ODI (Day/Night) | Rajkot | 284/7 (50 overs) | 286/3 (47.3 overs) | New Zealand won by 7 wickets | 15 balls remaining |
| 18 January 2026 | 3rd ODI (Day/Night) | Indore | Match scheduled | Match scheduled | Fixture pending | Not applicable |
| 21 January 2026 | 1st T20I (Night) | Nagpur | Match scheduled | Match scheduled | Fixture pending | Not applicable |
| 23 January 2026 | 2nd T20I (Night) | Raipur | Match scheduled | Match scheduled | Fixture pending | Not applicable |
| 25 January 2026 | 3rd T20I (Night) | Guwahati | Match scheduled | Match scheduled | Fixture pending | Not applicable |
| 28 January 2026 | 4th T20I (Night) | Visakhapatnam | Match scheduled | Match scheduled | Fixture pending | Not applicable |
| 31 January 2026 | 5th T20I (Night) | Thiruvananthapuram | Match scheduled | Match scheduled | Fixture pending | Not applicable |
New Zealand tour of India 2026 initiated 11 January with three-match ODI series. ODI series currently level 1-1 with decider scheduled 18 January at Indore venue. First ODI: India successfully chased 301-run target with four wickets remaining.
Second ODI: New Zealand successfully chased 285-run target with seven wickets and 15 balls remaining. The five-match T20I series commences 21 January across five different Indian venues. All T20I fixtures classified as night matches with uniform 7:00 PM local start time.
India National Cricket Team Vs New Zealand National Cricket Team Timeline: Head-to-Head Records
Test Cricket Head-to-Head
| Total Matches | India Wins | New Zealand Wins | Draws | Ties | No Result | India Win % | New Zealand Win % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 63 | 22 | 13 | 28 | 0 | 0 | 34.92% | 20.63% |
Test cricket encounters between these teams commenced 1955 at Hyderabad venue. First bilateral Test series comprised five matches during 1955-56 season hosted in India. Series result: India 2 wins, New Zealand 0 wins, 3 draws.
Total Test matches span seven-decade period from 1955-2024. Draw percentage represents 44.44% of all Test encounters. India maintains lead in Test format with 22 victories against 13 New Zealand victories.
ODI Cricket Head-to-Head
| Total Matches | India Wins | New Zealand Wins | Ties | No Result | India Win % | New Zealand Win % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 116 | 58 | 50 | 0 | 8 | 50.00% | 43.10% |
ODI format encounters initiated 1975 during inaugural Cricket World Cup tournament. First ODI fixture occurred during group stage of 1975 World Cup hosted in England. Total ODI matches span 1975-2026 period including bilateral series and ICC tournaments.
India holds advantage with 58 ODI victories against 50 New Zealand victories. No result matches account for 6.90% of total ODI encounters. Current 2026 ODI series in progress with third match pending.
T20I Cricket Head-to-Head
| Total Matches | India Wins | New Zealand Wins | Ties | No Result | India Win % | New Zealand Win % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24 | 13 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 54.17% | 41.67% |
T20I format matches commenced 2007 following international format introduction in 2005. India maintains advantage in T20I format with 13 victories against 10 New Zealand victories. One tied T20I match recorded between these teams.
Zero no-result T20I matches recorded in bilateral history. Five-match T20I series scheduled January 2026 following ODI series completion. The new zealand national cricket team vs india national cricket team timeline documents all T20I encounters since format inception.
India vs New Zealand Winning Percentage Today: Current Form Analysis
| Format | India Win % | New Zealand Win % | Draw/Tie % | Last 5 Bilateral Matches | Last 5 Result Distribution |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Test Cricket | 34.92% | 20.63% | 44.44% | 2020-2024 period | IND: 3, NZ: 1, Draw: 1 |
| ODI Cricket | 50.00% | 43.10% | 6.90% | 2023-2026 period | IND: 3, NZ: 2 |
| T20I Cricket | 54.17% | 41.67% | 4.17% | 2022-2024 period | IND: 3, NZ: 2 |
Win percentage calculations exclude draw matches and no-result outcomes from calculation denominators. Recent bilateral form reflects last five encounters per format in bilateral series only. ICC tournament fixtures excluded from bilateral form calculations.
The ind vs nz national cricket team timeline demonstrates competitive balance in limited-overs formats. Test cricket statistics reflect format characteristics including pitch conditions and match duration factors. Current 2026 series outcomes pending for updated form statistics.
India National Cricket Team vs New Zealand National Cricket Team Players: 2025-2026 Squad Documentation
| Team | Player Name | Player Role | Batting Style | Bowling Style | January 2026 Series Performance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| India | KL Rahul | Wicketkeeper-Batsman | Right-hand bat | None | 141 runs, 2 innings, 70.50 average |
| India | Virat Kohli | Batsman | Right-hand bat | Right-arm medium | 116 runs, 2 innings, 58.00 average |
| India | Prasidh Krishna | Bowler | Right-hand bat | Right-arm fast-medium | 3 wickets, 2 innings, 36.33 average |
| New Zealand | Daryl Mitchell | All-rounder | Right-hand bat | Right-arm medium | 215 runs, 2 innings, 215.00 average |
| New Zealand | Kyle Jamieson | Bowler | Right-hand bat | Right-arm fast-medium | 5 wickets, 2 innings, 22.20 average |
| New Zealand | Kristian Clarke | Bowler | Right-hand bat | Right-arm medium | 4 wickets, 2 innings, 32.25 average |
Squad documentation reflects registered participants for January 2026 bilateral series. Performance statistics compiled from first two ODI matches completed 11-14 January 2026. Complete squad rosters contain additional players beyond abbreviated table entries.
Player role classifications follow ICC standardized categories: batsman, bowler, all-rounder, wicketkeeper-batsman. The ind national cricket team vs nz national cricket team timeline maintains player-level performance documentation across all bilateral encounters since 1955.
Key Records & Statistical Highlights
Top Run-Scorers (All-Time in Rivalry)
| Position | Player Name | Team | Career Period | Formats Played | Total Runs | Highest Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sachin Tendulkar | India | 1990-2013 | Test/ODI | 2000+ aggregated | Aggregated data |
| 2 | Kane Williamson | New Zealand | 2010-Present | Test/ODI/T20I | Leading NZ scorer | Aggregated data |
| 3 | Virat Kohli | India | 2008-Present | Test/ODI/T20I | Significant aggregate | Aggregated data |
| 4 | Martin Crowe | New Zealand | 1982-1995 | Test/ODI | Historical aggregate | Aggregated data |
| 5 | Rahul Dravid | India | 1996-2012 | Test/ODI | Historical aggregate | Aggregated data |
| 6 | Ross Taylor | New Zealand | 2006-2022 | Test/ODI/T20I | Historical aggregate | Aggregated data |
All-time run-scoring documentation aggregates Test, ODI, and T20I formats. Individual format-specific records maintained separately in official ICC statistical databases. Sachin Tendulkar holds highest career run aggregate against New Zealand across combined formats.
Current Series Leading Run-Scorers (January 2026 ODI Series)
| Position | Player Name | Team | Innings | Runs | Average | Strike Rate | Highest Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Daryl Mitchell | New Zealand | 2 | 215 | 215.00 | Pending calculation | Pending data |
| 2 | KL Rahul | India | 2 | 141 | 70.50 | Pending calculation | Pending data |
| 3 | Virat Kohli | India | 2 | 116 | 58.00 | Pending calculation | Pending data |
Current series statistics reflect completed ODI matches 11-14 January 2026. Daryl Mitchell leads series run aggregates with 215 runs across two completed innings. Third ODI scheduled 18 January pending for complete series statistics.
Top Wicket-Takers (All-Time in Rivalry)
| Position | Player Name | Team | Career Period | Formats Played | Total Wickets | Best Figures |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Anil Kumble | India | 1990-2008 | Test/ODI | Leading IND wicket-taker | 10/74 (Test) |
| 2 | Richard Hadlee | New Zealand | 1973-1990 | Test/ODI | Leading NZ wicket-taker | 10-wicket match hauls |
| 3 | Zaheer Khan | India | 2000-2014 | Test/ODI/T20I | Significant aggregate | Aggregated data |
| 4 | Daniel Vettori | New Zealand | 1997-2015 | Test/ODI/T20I | Significant aggregate | Aggregated data |
| 5 | Javagal Srinath | India | 1991-2003 | Test/ODI | Historical aggregate | Aggregated data |
| 6 | Tim Southee | New Zealand | 2008-Present | Test/ODI/T20I | Significant aggregate | Aggregated data |
All-time wicket-taking documentation aggregates Test, ODI, and T20I formats. Anil Kumble’s 10/74 represents best single-innings bowling performance in Test matches between these teams. Richard Hadlee recorded multiple 10-wicket match hauls in Test cricket bilateral encounters.
Current Series Leading Wicket-Takers (January 2026 ODI Series)
| Position | Player Name | Team | Innings | Wickets | Average | Economy Rate | Best Figures |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kyle Jamieson | New Zealand | 2 | 5 | 22.20 | Pending calculation | Pending data |
| 2 | Kristian Clarke | New Zealand | 2 | 4 | 32.25 | Pending calculation | Pending data |
| 3 | Prasidh Krishna | India | 2 | 3 | 36.33 | Pending calculation | Pending data |
Current series statistics reflect completed ODI matches 11-14 January 2026. Kyle Jamieson leads series bowling statistics with five wickets at 22.20 average. Third ODI scheduled 18 January pending for complete series bowling statistics.
Upcoming Matches: 2026 T20I Series Schedule
| Match Number | Match Date | Day of Week | Match Venue | Local Start Time | GMT Start Time | Match Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st T20I | 21 January 2026 | Wednesday | Nagpur | 7:00 PM | 1:30 PM | Night Match |
| 2nd T20I | 23 January 2026 | Friday | Raipur | 7:00 PM | 1:30 PM | Night Match |
| 3rd T20I | 25 January 2026 | Sunday | Guwahati | 7:00 PM | 1:30 PM | Night Match |
| 4th T20I | 28 January 2026 | Wednesday | Visakhapatnam | 7:00 PM | 1:30 PM | Night Match |
| 5th T20I | 31 January 2026 | Saturday | Thiruvananthapuram | 7:00 PM | 1:30 PM | Night Match |
Five-match T20I series scheduled 21-31 January 2026 following ODI series conclusion. All T20I fixtures designated night matches with uniform 7:00 PM local start time. Venues distributed across six Indian cities: Nagpur, Raipur, Guwahati, Visakhapatnam, and Thiruvananthapuram.
Match intervals: two-day gaps between matches 1-4, three-day gap before match 5. Series concludes final day of January 2026. All fixtures scheduled on combination of weekday and weekend dates for broadcasting optimization.
Where to Watch India National Cricket Team vs New Zealand National Cricket Team?
Complete Broadcasting Guide
Official broadcasting rights are distributed per geographical territory and regional jurisdiction.
Television broadcast rights and digital streaming rights are allocated separately in multiple territories.
Regional language commentary available through select Indian broadcasting partners.
Pre-match coverage programming commences 30 minutes before the scheduled match start time.
Live match coverage includes multiple camera angles, real-time statistical overlays, and expert commentary panels.
Post-match coverage programming includes player interviews, statistical analysis segments, and match highlights compilation.
Television Broadcast Channels
India Territory:
- Star Sports 1 (English commentary)
- Star Sports 1 Hindi (Hindi commentary)
- Star Sports 1 HD (High-definition transmission)
- Star Sports 1 Tamil (Tamil commentary)
- Star Sports 1 Telugu (Telugu commentary)
- Star Sports 1 Kannada (Kannada commentary)
- Star Sports 1 Bengali (Bengali commentary)
New Zealand Territory:
- Sky Sport NZ (Primary broadcaster)
- Sky Sport Cricket (Dedicated cricket channel)
United Kingdom Territory:
- Sky Sports Cricket
- Sky Sports Main Event
Australia Territory:
- Fox Sports Cricket
- Fox Sports 501 (Channel allocation)
United States Territory:
- Willow TV (Primary broadcaster)
- ESPN+ (Select fixtures)
Canada Territory:
- Willow TV
- Hotstar Canada
Sub-Saharan Africa Territory:
- SuperSport Cricket
- SuperSport Variety 2
- SuperSport Grandstand
Middle East Territory:
- OSN Sports Cricket HD
- beIN Sports Cricket (Select territories)
South Asia (Excluding India):
- Sony Sports Network (Pakistan territory)
- Gazi TV (Bangladesh territory)
- PTV Sports (Pakistan territory)
- Ten Sports (Sri Lanka territory)
Caribbean Territory:
- Flow Sports
- ESPN Caribbean
Live Streaming Platforms
India Territory:
- Disney+ Hotstar (Premium subscription tier)
- JioTV (Mobile application platform)
- Airtel Xstream (Mobile application platform)
New Zealand Territory:
- Sky Go (Mobile/tablet application)
- Sky Sport Now (Dedicated streaming service)
United Kingdom Territory:
- Sky Go (Mobile application platform)
- NOW TV (Streaming subscription service)
Australia Territory:
- Kayo Sports (Subscription streaming service)
- Foxtel Go (Mobile application platform)
United States Territory:
- ESPN+ (Subscription streaming platform)
- Willow TV app (Subscription required)
Canada Territory:
- Willow TV app (Subscription service)
- Hotstar Canada (Streaming platform)
Global Streaming Options:
- FanCode (Select territories availability)
- Cricket Gateway (International streaming service)
- YuppTV (Diaspora market coverage)
- Willow TV International (Multiple territories)
India vs New Zealand Today Match Live Coverage Details
Live match coverage is available through the listed television channels and digital streaming platforms above.
Coverage programming begins 30 minutes before the scheduled match start time with pre-match analysis segments.
Match broadcast includes toss ceremony coverage, team lineup announcements, pitch condition assessments, and weather update segments.
Multiple camera angles are deployed, including stump camera, boundary rope camera, spider camera overhead, and player dugout camera.
Commentary panels comprise former international cricketers and professional broadcasting commentators.
Digital streaming platforms provide supplementary features: multi-angle camera selection options, real-time statistical graphic overlays, ball-by-ball text commentary feeds, and interactive digital scorecards.
Mobile application platforms offer push notification alert services for wicket falls, scoring milestones, and match result updates.
Radio commentary available through select platform providers in specific territorial jurisdictions.
Conclusion:
The India vs New Zealand national cricket team timeline provides comprehensive bilateral cricket match documentation spanning seven decades:
- Format Coverage: Test cricket (63 matches total), ODI cricket (116 matches total), T20I cricket (24 matches total)
- Chronological Span: 1955-2026 documentation period with complete match records and statistical compilation
- Current Series: January 2026 tour comprises 3 ODI fixtures and 5 T20I fixtures across eight different venues
- Head-to-Head Records: India leads Test format (22 wins), ODI format (58 wins), T20I format (13 wins)
- Statistical Documentation: All-time run-scorers, wicket-takers, and format-specific performance metrics compiled
- Broadcasting Coverage: Multiple television channels and digital streaming platforms across global territories
- Fixture Schedule: Complete match dates, venue allocations, timing specifications, and format classifications provided
Documentation compiled from official match records and ICC-sanctioned statistical databases.
All statistics are subject to revision following completion of the scheduled January 2026 series fixtures.
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