India National Cricket Team vs New Zealand National Cricket Team Stats: H2H, Results & Upcoming Series 2026

India National Cricket Team vs New Zealand National Cricket Team Stats

The India National Cricket Team vs New Zealand National Cricket Team stats highlight one of international cricket’s most competitive rivalries. Both the teams have served us epic performances in Test, ODIs and T20I. India have had the better overall record historically but New Zealand have been a thorn in the sides of the Men in Blue at major ICC tournaments and bilateral series.

The rivalry has ramped things up in 2026. India had played a three-match ODI series against New Zealand at the start of January which they lost 2-1, but won the five-match T20I series 4-1. India also went on to beat New Zealand in the final of 2026 T20 World Cup.

The teams reunite in the period from October 22 to December 1, 2026 for India’s tour of New Zealand (five T20Is, five ODIs and two Test matches).

India vs New Zealand head to head India vs New Zealand format-wise records Recent India-New Zealand results Historical match records Upcoming series schedule.

India National Cricket Team vs New Zealand National Cricket Team Stats: All Formats

India and New Zealand have competed internationally since 1955. Their rivalry includes closely fought Test series, high-scoring ODI matches, and exciting T20I encounters.

The following table presents the overall head-to-head record across all three international formats as of October 15, 2026.

FormatMatchesIndia WonNZ WonDraw/Tie/NR
Test65221627 draws
ODI12363521 tie, 7 NR
T20I3119*111 tie*
Total219104*7936*

Over the three formats, India is on top and leads their rivalry. But New Zealand’s wins in the 2021 World Test Championship final and the 2024 Test series in India show that even when playing in unfriendly settings, the Black Caps can push India.

India vs New Zealand Test Head to Head Stats

The first Test series between India and New Zealand was played in 1955. The sides have clashed in 65 Test matches since then, with India emerging victorious on 22 occasions while New Zealand has come out on top of the other side’s clash in 16 games. There have been 27 other drawn matches.

Test StatisticsRecord
Total Matches65
India Wins22
New Zealand Wins16
Drawn Matches27
India Win Percentage33.85%
New Zealand Win Percentage24.62%
First Test Meeting1955
Latest Test MeetingNovember 2024
Latest Test Series WinnerNew Zealand (3-0)

India vs New Zealand Last Test Series Results (2024)

MatchVenueWinnerResult
1st TestBengaluruNew Zealand8 wickets
2nd TestPuneNew Zealand113 runs
3rd TestMumbaiNew Zealand25 runs

India vs New Zealand ODI Head-to-Head Stats

One Day Internationals have produced some of the most memorable moments between India and New Zealand. The two teams have faced each other in 123 ODIs, with India holding the advantage.

ODI StatisticsRecord
Total Matches123
India Wins63
New Zealand Wins52
Tied Matches1
No Result7
India Win Percentage51.22%
New Zealand Win Percentage42.28%
First ODI Meeting1975
Latest ODI MeetingJanuary 18, 2026
Latest ODI Series WinnerNew Zealand (2-1)

India vs New Zealand Last ODI Series Results (January 2026)

MatchDateWinnerMargin
1st ODIJanuary 11, 2026India4 wickets
2nd ODIJanuary 14, 2026New Zealand7 wickets
3rd ODIJanuary 18, 2026New Zealand41 runs

New Zealand eventually claimed the three-match series 2-1 after losing the opening ODI. In the final leg, New Zealand posted 337/8 and restricted India to 296.

That gave New Zealand important impetus ahead of this new ODI series between the two countries, which is due to be played in November 2026.

India vs New Zealand T20I Head-To-Head Stats

Remarks Former India national cricket team captain Patel has a successful past against New Zealand in T20 internationals, particularly during the recent bilateral matches. As of March 2026, the teams have played each other a total of 31 times in completed T20Is.

T20I StatisticsRecord
Total Matches31
India Wins (Including Super Overs)19
New Zealand Wins11
Tied Matches Not Won by Super Over1
India Win Percentage61.29%
New Zealand Win Percentage35.48%
First T20I Meeting2007
Latest T20I MeetingMarch 8, 2026
Latest Bilateral Series WinnerIndia (4-1)

India vs New Zealand Last 6 T20I Match Results

DateMatchWinnerWinning Margin
Jan 21, 20261st T20IIndia48 runs
Jan 23, 20262nd T20IIndia7 wickets
Jan 25, 20263rd T20IIndia8 wickets
Jan 28, 20264th T20INew Zealand50 runs
Jan 31, 20265th T20IIndia46 runs
Mar 8, 2026T20 World Cup FinalIndia96 runs

India vs New Zealand Upcoming Series 2026: Complete Schedule

The next chapter of the rivalry begins on October 22, 2026, when India tour New Zealand for a 12-match series.

Series DetailsInformation
Series NameIndia Tour of New Zealand 2026
Host CountryNew Zealand
Start DateOctober 22, 2026
End DateDecember 1, 2026
Total Matches12
T20I Matches5
ODI Matches5
Test Matches2
Visiting TeamIndia
Home TeamNew Zealand

India vs New Zealand T20I Series 2026 Schedule

MatchDateVenueTime (IST)
1st T20IOct 22, 2026Christchurch12:30 PM
2nd T20IOct 24, 2026Christchurch12:30 PM
3rd T20IOctober 27, 2026Wellington12:30 PM
4th T20IOctober 30, 2026Auckland12:30 PM
5th T20INov 1, 2026Hamilton12:30 PM

India vs New Zealand ODI Series 2026 Schedule

MatchDateVenueTime (IST)
1st ODINov 4, 2026Auckland7:30 AM
2nd ODINov 7, 2026Wellington7:30 AM
3rd ODINovember 10, 2026Hamilton7:30 AM
4th ODINovember 13, 2026Mount Maunganui7:30 AM
5th ODINov 15, 2026Mount Maunganui7:30 AM

India vs New Zealand Test Series 2026 Schedule

MatchDatesVenueStart Time (IST)
1st TestNov 19-23, 2026Wellington3:30 AM
2nd TestNov 27-Dec 1, 2026Christchurch3:30 AM

India vs New Zealand Most Runs in All Formats

There have been many legendary batters who have entertained in India vs New Zealand matches. Steve Waugh, Rahul Dravid, Virat Kohli, and Suryakumar Yadav are some amongst the top run scorers for both sides in this rivalry.

FormatLeading Run-ScorerTeamRuns
TestRahul DravidIndia1,659
ODIVirat KohliIndia1,897
T20ISuryakumar YadavIndia526

India vs New Zealand ICC Tournament Records

India vs New Zealand have encountered each other in multiple major ICC tournaments: ODI World Cup, T20 World Cup, Champions Trophy and last but not the least the highly competitive World Test Championship.

YearTournamentMatchWinner
2000ICC KnockOut TrophyFinalNew Zealand
2019ODI World CupSemi-finalNew Zealand
2021World Test ChampionshipFinalNew Zealand
2023ODI World CupSemi-finalIndia
2025Champions TrophyFinalIndia
2026T20 World CupFinalIndia

India vs New Zealand ODI World Cup Head-to-Head

StatisticsRecord
Total Matches10
India Wins5
New Zealand Wins5
Latest Meeting2023 World Cup Semi-final
Latest WinnerIndia

India vs New Zealand Recent Series Results

YearFormat/TournamentWinnerResult
2021WTC FinalNew Zealand8 wickets
2021Test Series in IndiaIndia1-0
2023ODI World Cup Semi-finalIndia70 runs
2024Test Series in IndiaNew Zealand3-0
2025Champions Trophy FinalIndia4 wickets
2026ODI Series in IndiaNew Zealand2-1
2026T20I Series in IndiaIndia4-1
2026T20 World Cup FinalIndia96 runs

Key Players to Watch in India vs New Zealand 2026

TeamPlayerPrimary Role
IndiaShubman GillTop-order Batter
IndiaSuryakumar YadavBatter
IndiaHardik PandyaAll-rounder
IndiaJasprit BumrahFast Bowler
IndiaVirat KohliODI Batter
IndiaRohit SharmaODI Batter
New ZealandMitchell SantnerSpin All-rounder
New ZealandRachin RavindraBatting All-rounder
New ZealandDaryl MitchellBatter
New ZealandMatt HenryFast Bowler
New ZealandDevon ConwayWicketkeeper-Batter
New ZealandGlenn PhillipsBatting All-rounder

FAQs

1. How many matches have India and New Zealand played against each other?

India and New Zealand have played 219 men’s international matches across Tests, ODIs, and T20Is as of October 15, 2026. This includes 65 Tests, 123 ODIs, and 31 T20Is.

2. Who has won more matches between India and New Zealand?

India lead the overall head-to-head record, with 22 Test wins, 63 ODI wins, and 19 T20I victories when Super Over results are included.

3. What is the India vs New Zealand ODI head-to-head record?

India and New Zealand have played 123 ODIs. India have won 63 matches, New Zealand have won 52, seven have ended without a result, and one was tied.

4. What is the India vs New Zealand Test head-to-head record?

The two teams have played 65 Test matches. India have won 22, New Zealand have won 16, and 27 matches have ended in draws.

5. When is the next India vs New Zealand cricket series in 2026?

The upcoming series begins on October 22, 2026, in Christchurch, New Zealand. The tour includes five T20Is, five ODIs, and two Tests, concluding on December 1, 2026.

6. Who won the last India vs New Zealand ODI series?

New Zealand won the three-match ODI series against India 2-1 in January 2026.

7. Who won the India vs New Zealand T20 World Cup 2026 final?

India defeated New Zealand by 96 runs in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup final on March 8, 2026, in Ahmedabad.

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