IND vs NZ Match Prediction : 2nd T20, New Zealand tour of India, 2026

India began this series with a statement performance in Nagpur, blasting 238 batting first despite losing the toss. That win underlined the depth and firepower of a side that looks fully locked in ahead of the T20 World Cup. As the series moves from Nagpur to Raipur, India will be keen to maintain the same intensity and tighten their grip on the contest.

New Zealand, meanwhile, face mounting pressure. Having already lost the opener heavily, they will be desperate to avoid falling into a must-win situation for the remainder of the series. However, stopping India’s batting juggernaut on home soil remains a daunting challenge.

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India vs New Zealand Head-to-Head Record

India continue to dominate New Zealand in recent T20Is, having won 8 of the last 10 matches between the two sides.

India vs New Zealand Live-streaming and Broadcast

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IND vs NZ Team Previews

India

India look close to full strength and in ominous form heading into the second T20I. This is their final bilateral series before the T20 World Cup, and there is no sign of them easing off.

Abhishek Sharma remains the centerpiece of India’s batting surge. His dominance over spin in Nagpur — taking 15 off five balls from Mitchell Santner and 24 off ten from Ish Sodhi — completely tilted the game. Partnered by Sanju Samson, India’s powerplay threat is among the best in world cricket.

The middle order features proven match-winners in Suryakumar Yadav, Hardik Pandya, Ishan Kishan, Rinku Singh, and Shivam Dube, giving India flexibility regardless of early wickets. Suryakumar may not be at peak output yet, but his presence alone keeps bowlers under pressure.

Bowling-wise, Varun Chakravarthy continues to be India’s most reliable wicket-taker, leading all bowlers since the last World Cup with 55 T20I wickets. Jasprit Bumrah remains the key with the new ball and at the death, while Arshdeep Singh offers left-arm variety. Axar Patel’s finger injury is a minor concern, and India could opt for Harshit Rana if they decide to manage his workload.

India Expected Playing 11

Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson (WK), Suryakumar Yadav (C), Ishan Kishan, Hardik Pandya, Rinku Singh, Shivam Dube, Axar Patel/Harshit Rana, Arshdeep Singh, Jasprit Bumrah, Varun Chakravarthy

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New Zealand

New Zealand showed resilience after early damage in Nagpur, but their bowling — especially in the middle overs — remains a major concern.

Glenn Phillips and Mark Chapman provided resistance in the first match, while Daryl Mitchell chipped in with a useful cameo. However, New Zealand’s top order, led by Devon Conway and Tim Robinson, failed to capitalise on the powerplay and will need to improve significantly in Raipur.

Captain Mitchell Santner will be under scrutiny after tactical decisions in the first game, including not bowling out his full quota. He did dismiss Suryakumar Yadav, but was otherwise expensive, and New Zealand will need sharper execution from both Santner and their spin unit.

With the ball, Jacob Duffy has been New Zealand’s standout wicket-taker, sitting second overall since the last World Cup with 44 wickets, while changes could be made depending on the fitness of Michael Bracewell or the inclusion of Matt Henry for extra control.

New Zealand Expected Playing 11

Tim Robinson, Devon Conway (WK), Rachin Ravindra, Daryl Mitchell, Glenn Phillips, Mark Chapman, Mitchell Santner (C), Kristian Clarke, Michael Bracewell/Ish Sodhi, Kyle Jamieson/Matt Henry, Jacob Duffy

IND vs NZ Toss Prediction

Chasing has proven effective at this venue, with four of six IPL matches in Raipur won by teams batting second. The captain winning the toss is likely to bowl first, especially with dew potentially coming into play later in the evening.

Pitch Report and Weather Conditions

Raipur offers a balanced surface with some early assistance for seamers before settling into a good batting track. Spinners come into play as the ball gets older, and totals around 170–180 remain competitive.

The weather is expected to be pleasant, with clear skies and a slight chance of dew during the second innings.

IND vs NZ: Who Will Win?

India’s recent T20 dominance, explosive top order, and superior spin options give them a clear edge heading into this match. New Zealand have the talent to challenge, but unless they can dismiss Abhishek Sharma early and tighten their middle overs, they are likely to face another uphill battle.

Bet on India to win.