India Tour of New Zealand 2026 Complete Schedule & Results
The India tour of New Zealand 2026 promises a major international cricket contest, with the two sides meeting across all three formats. The tour features five T20 Internationals, five One Day Internationals and two Test matches, giving fans an extended programme of cricket across New Zealand.
The white-ball leg begins with five T20Is from 22 October to 1 November 2026. The teams will then contest five ODIs between 4 and 15 November before finishing the tour with two Test matches in Wellington and Christchurch, concluding on 1 December.
The series is an important opportunity for both teams to assess their squads, test combinations and build momentum across formats. The T20Is will focus on aggressive batting and high-impact performances, while the ODI series will test consistency and adaptability. The two Tests will provide a different challenge, with patience, technique and sustained bowling pressure likely to be decisive.
This page provides the complete India tour of New Zealand 2026 schedule, including match dates, venues, start times and results. All results are marked as pending before the tour begins.
India Tour of New Zealand 2026 Schedule & Results
| Date | Match | Match Result | Prediction |
|---|---|---|---|
26/11/2026 10:00 PM | New Zealand vs India | - |
Understanding the India Tour of New Zealand 2026 Format
T20 International Series
The five-match T20I series runs from 22 October to 1 November 2026. Christchurch hosts the opening two matches, followed by fixtures in Wellington, Auckland and Hamilton.
One Day International Series
The ODI series begins on 4 November in Auckland and concludes on 15 November in Mount Maunganui. Five matches across four locations will test the teams' ability to adapt to different conditions.
Test Series
The two-match Test series is scheduled for 19–23 November in Wellington and 27 November–1 December in Christchurch.
The opening Test at Basin Reserve will begin the red-ball contest, with Hagley Oval hosting the second and final Test. Both matches will contribute to the wider World Test Championship cycle, making the series important in the context of the two teams' long-format ambitions.
And if you’re looking for match-by-match predictions ahead of each game, check out ourToday’s Match Prediction section.
Key Elements of the India Tour of Afghanistan 2026 Fixtures
Several factors could influence the outcome of the tour:
Player availability: Final squads, fitness updates and confirmed playing XIs should be reviewed before each match.
Home advantage: New Zealand will be familiar with local pitches, weather patterns and ground conditions.
India's squad depth: India's announced T20I squad includes a mix of established international players and younger talent.
Format changes: The teams will need to shift their strategies between T20Is, ODIs and Tests.
Venue conditions: Pitch behaviour, wind, weather and ground dimensions can affect batting and bowling plans.
Match Timings
The T20 Matches are expected to begin around 12:30 PM IST (8:00 PM New Zealand Local Time). The ODI's will begin at 7:30 AM IST and the Test Matches will begin 3:30 AM IST.
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Venue Distribution
The tour takes place across six venues in New Zealand, giving the teams a varied set of playing conditions.
Hagley Oval, Christchurch
Hagley Oval hosts the first two T20Is and the second Test.
Hnry Stadium, Wellington
Wellington hosts the third T20I and the second ODI.
Eden Park, Auckland
Eden Park stages the fourth T20I and the opening ODI.
Seddon Park, Hamilton
Hamilton hosts the fifth T20I and the third ODI.
Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui
Bay Oval hosts the final two ODIs on 13 and 15 November. With consecutive matches at the same venue, familiarity with conditions could become an advantage as the teams approach the end of the one-day series.
Cello Basin Reserve, Wellington
Basin Reserve hosts the first Test from 19 to 23 November.
For a deep dive into each venue, see our cricket grounds page.
Afghanistan vs India Scheduling
India and New Zealand have a competitive history across international cricket, and this tour provides a substantial test across all three formats.
The T20I series begins with two matches in Christchurch before moving through Wellington, Auckland and Hamilton. With matches scheduled at short intervals, recovery and tactical adjustments will be important. Teams that adapt quickly between fixtures may gain an advantage.
The ODI leg follows almost immediately after the T20Is. The change in format means teams will need to rethink their batting tempo, bowling rotations and approach to building an innings. The final two ODIs in Mount Maunganui could be decisive in determining the series outcome.
The Test series begins after the ODI leg, giving the teams a different challenge in the final phase of the tour. Longer spells, patience at the crease and the ability to exploit changing conditions will become more important than short bursts of scoring.
How to Use Today’s India Tour of New Zealand 2026 Match Information
If you’re following the series (and particularly if you’re placing bets), using the complete cricket schedule matters a lot. For each fixture you’ll find:
- Match dates and start times in your local time zone.
- Full team line-ups including captains and key players.
- Pitch reports, weather updates and venue-specific factors that could impact play.
- Head-to-head records or format-specific insights
- Live scores and written ball-by-ball commentary for real-time updates.
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Stay Connected With the Complete India Tour of New Zealand Action
The India Tour of Afghanistan 2026 promises three high-profile T20I contests between two sides with plenty of experience in the shortest international format.
With Afghanistan officially hosting the series but all three matches being played in Delhi, the consistent venue should allow both teams to concentrate on tactical preparation and player combinations. India's new T20I leadership under Shreyas Iyer adds another storyline to a series in which Afghanistan will be looking to produce an upset against one of the world's leading cricket nations.
Stay with OCBSports throughout the series for expert match predictions, betting tips, live scores, team news, pitch reports, and in-depth pre-match analysis. Whether you're supporting Afghanistan or India, we'll provide complete coverage from the opening T20I on September 13 through to the series finale on September 17.
