India and New Zealand are set for a three-day match One‑Day International (ODI) series from 11 to 18 January 2026. The matches are scheduled in Vadodara, Rajkot and Indore.
Shubman Gill will lead India, while Michael Bracewell has been named captain for the New Zealand side. The series forms part of both teams’ preparations ahead of the ITC T20 World Cup next month.Â
India vs New Zealand ODI Series 2026: Match Schedule
All three ODIs are games will start at 1:30 PM IST. The series packs three matches into eight days:
| Match | Date | Venue | Time (IST) |
| 1st ODI | January 11, 2026 | BCA Stadium, Kotambi, Vadodara | 1:30 PM |
| 2nd ODI | January 14, 2026 | Niranjan Shah Stadium, Rajkot | 1:30 PM |
| 3rd ODI | January 18, 2026 | Holkar Cricket Stadium, Indore | 1:30 PM |
The opening match will mark the first men’s international ODI at Vadodara’s BCA Stadium. The venues, Rajkot and Indore, are also renowned for hosting high-scoring matches in limited-overs Cricket
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India vs New Zealand ODI Series 2026: Confirmed Squads for Each Side
Let’s have a look at both teams’ full squads:
India’s Squad:
- Captain: Shubman Gill
- Vice-captain: Shreyas Iyer
- Senior batters: Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli
- Wicketkeepers: KL Rahul, Rishabh Pant
- Top-order options: Yashasvi Jaiswal
- All-rounders: Ravindra Jadeja, Washington Sundar, Nitish Kumar Reddy
- Pace attack: Mohammed Siraj, Arshdeep Singh, Harshit Rana, Prasidh Krishna
- Spin: Kuldeep Yadav
Gill returns as captain after missing the South Africa series with injury. Meanwhile, Iyer will need a final fitness clearance from the BCCI Centre of Excellence after his abdominal injury.
Similarly, the selection committee has opted out Hardik Pandya and Jasprit Bumrah while Risabh Pant keeps his spot over Ishan Kishan.
​New Zealand Squad:Â
- Captain: Michael Bracewell
- Senior batters: Daryl Mitchell, Henry Nicholls, Will Young, Glenn Phillips, Nick Kelly
- Wicketkeepers: Devon Conway, Mitch Hay
- All-rounders: Michael Bracewell, Josh Clarkson, Glenn Phillips, Daryl Mitchell, Adi Ashok, Jayden Lennox, Kristian Clarke, Zak Foulkes
- Pace attack: Kyle Jamieson, Michael Rae, Josh Clarkson, Kristian Clarke, Zak Foulkes
- Spin: Adi Ashok, Michael Bracewell, Jayden Lennox, Glenn Phillips
New Zealand’s squad features several fresh faces, with debutants like Jayden Lennox and Kristian Clarke. Kane Williamson is unavailable as he’s playing in the SA20 tournament, while Mitchell Santner has been rested due to a groin injury.
The absence of senior bowlers Matt Henry, Jacob Duffy, and Rachin Ravindra means this is very much a developmental tour for the Black Caps.​
How Are the Venues Positioned and What to Expect?
Vadodara’s BCA Stadium hosts its first international match since renovation, and local fans have snapped up tickets quickly. The Kotambi venue offers a typical subcontinent pitch that should assist spinners as the game progresses.
Rajkot’s Niranjan Shah Stadium returns to the international circuit after hosting domestic games through 2025. The Saurashtra Cricket Association has prepared a batting-friendly track with short boundaries, perfect for Sharma and Kohli to find their rhythm.
Indore’s Holkar Stadium closes out the series on January 18. This venue traditionally produces flat wickets where the ball comes onto the bat nicely, and with dew likely in the evening, the toss could prove crucial.
How Can You Watch the India vs New Zealand ODI Series 2026?
Fans across the globe have multiple options to catch the action live:​
- Live Telecast inside India: Star Sports Network with commentary in multiple languages, including Hindi, English, Tamil, and Telugu.
- Live Streaming inside India: Live Streaming inside India: JioHotstar (mobile app and website)
International Broadcast Partners:
- New Zealand: Sky Sport NZ
- United Kingdom: Sky Sports Cricket
- Australia: Fox Sports and Kayo Sports
- USA/Canada: Willow TV
What Does This Series Mean for Both Teams?
India aims to finalize their ODI lineup before the T20 World Cup. Veterans Sharma and Kohli are set to guide the younger team.
New Zealand aims to get used to Indian pitches and practice against India’s elite spinners Jadeja and Kuldeep. With all three ODIs in eight days, winning early matches will be important.
The ODI series ends January 18, followed by five T20Is beginning January 21 in Nagpur.
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