India’s multi-format tour of New Zealand spans five T20Is, five ODIs and two Tests. The T20I series runs through November 1, the ODI leg begins November 4, and the two-Test series concludes in Christchurch on December 1.
With India already 3–0 up in the T20Is, the tour now moves through Auckland and Hamilton before the ODI series starts. Readers can use this guide as the central schedule for the remaining matches, with official sources linked below for any updates to venues, squads or start times.
T20I series schedule
| Date | Match | Venue | India time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 22 | 1st T20I | Hagley Oval, Christchurch | 12:30 p.m. |
| Oct 24 | 2nd T20I | Hagley Oval, Christchurch | 12:30 p.m. |
| Oct 27 | 3rd T20I | Hnry Stadium, Wellington | 12:30 p.m. |
| Oct 30 | 4th T20I | Eden Park, Auckland | 12:30 p.m. |
| Nov 1 | 5th T20I | Seddon Park, Hamilton | 12:30 p.m. |
The first three games are completed, with India winning by four wickets in each of the first two matches and by six wickets in the third. Abhishek Sharma’s 113 off 38 balls headlined the Wellington chase. The remaining two fixtures give New Zealand an opportunity to finish the T20I series strongly and India a chance to test combinations ahead of the ODI leg.
ODI series schedule
| Date | Match | Venue | India time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 4 | 1st ODI | Eden Park, Auckland | 7:30 a.m. |
| Nov 7 | 2nd ODI | Hnry Stadium, Wellington | 7:30 a.m. |
| Nov 10 | 3rd ODI | Seddon Park, Hamilton | 7:30 a.m. |
| Nov 13 | 4th ODI | Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui | 7:30 a.m. |
| Nov 15 | 5th ODI | Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui | 7:30 a.m. |
The ODI leg provides a longer format challenge after the T20I tempo. It also arrives with the 2027 ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup in the wider planning horizon, making squad depth and role clarity important. New Zealand have announced split ODI squads, so selection may differ across the five matches.
Test series schedule
| Dates | Match | Venue | India start |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 19–23 | 1st Test | Basin Reserve, Wellington | 3:30 a.m. |
| Nov 27–Dec 1 | 2nd Test | Hagley Oval, Christchurch | 3:30 a.m. |
Squads and selection storylines
The BCCI has announced India’s ODI and Test squads for the tour. Shubman Gill is named captain of the Test squad, with KL Rahul as vice-captain; the squad announcement also notes that Rishabh Pant is subject to fitness clearance. Fans should check the official release for the full list of selected players and any subsequent changes.
New Zealand’s ODI planning includes a split-squad approach, with seven new players joining for the final two ODIs. The aim is to test depth ahead of the 2027 World Cup while allowing selected red-ball players time to prepare for the Test series.
Fixtures are listed in India Standard Time. Local New Zealand dates, start times and final playing XIs should be reconfirmed through the official match centre as each fixture approaches.
Tour storylines to follow
- India’s T20I momentum: Can the visitors maintain their aggressive start after taking the series 3–0?
- ODI role clarity: The five-match series offers time to assess combinations and batting depth.
- New Zealand conditions: Travel across Christchurch, Wellington, Auckland, Hamilton and Mount Maunganui brings different ground contexts.
- Red-ball preparation: Two Tests late in November will test patience, seam bowling and adaptability.
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Official sources
Schedule reviewed October 29, 2026. Start times are shown in IST and should be reconfirmed with the official match centre.
