New Zealand are the pick in this New Zealand vs India match prediction, with a 54% win probability against 46% for India. A home crowd at Hagley Oval and the firepower of Tim Seifert and Finn Allen give the Black Caps a narrow edge, even after losing the opener. This preview covers the pitch, weather, head-to-head record, playing XI talking points, fantasy cricket tips and the full NZ vs IND prediction table.
New Zealand vs India Match Details
Match | New Zealand vs India | 2nd T20I | India tour of New Zealand |
Date | 24/10/2026 (Saturday) |
Time | BDT 1:00 PM / PKT 12:00 PM / INR 12:30 PM |
Format | T20 |
Venue | Hagley Oval, Christchurch |
Recent performance | New Zealand – L L A W L India – L W L NR W |
NZ vs IND India tour of New Zealand 2026: Live Streaming & Broadcast Info
Hagley Oval, Christchurch
Fans in most major cricket markets can follow the second T20I through the regional broadcasters listed below.
- Pakistan: tapmad (Streaming)
- India: Sony Sports Network (TV) / Sony LIV (Streaming)
- Australia & New Zealand: Sky Sport NZ (TV – NZ), Fox Sports (TV – AUS) / Sky Go, Sky Sport Now (Streaming – NZ), Kayo Sports (Streaming – AUS)
- USA & Canada: Willow TV (TV) / Willow by Cricbuzz (Streaming)
- United Kingdom: TNT Sports 3 (TV) / discovery+, TNT Sports app (Streaming)
- Worldwide: Matches available via Sports Live Hub for global streaming access across regions.
New Zealand vs India Toss Prediction
New Zealand are predicted to win the toss and bat first. After a 230-run chase in the opener, the hosts may want to post a big total and test India’s nerve. Dew could help chasers later, but a score above 210 would put real pressure on the visitors, so batting first looks the stronger option.
Hagley Oval, Christchurch Pitch Report
No official pitch details were provided, so this pitch report stays general. The first T20I produced 225/4 and then 230/6 in the chase, which suggests a surface that favours stroke-makers when the ball is hit cleanly. Seamers may find early help, yet batters who commit to the shot have been rewarded. Expect another high-scoring contest, with a par total well above 200.
Weather Report
No forecast was supplied, so this weather report is a general guide. Christchurch evenings in late October are usually cool, and dew can appear later in the night, making the ball harder to grip for bowlers in the second innings. That may help the chasing side, so captains will weigh it carefully at the toss. Fans should check local conditions closer to the start.
NZ vs IND Head-to-Head Records
Matches Played | 32 |
NZ Won | 11 |
IND Won | 20 |
Tied | 3 |
No Result | 0 |
First-ever Fixture | September 16, 2007 |
Most-recent Fixture | October 22, 2026 |
New Zealand vs India Team Preview & Squads
New Zealand
Mitchell Santner captains New Zealand, and his tactical calm will matter after the Black Caps posted 225/4 and still lost the opener. Their recent form reads L L A W L, so the captain needs a sharper plan with the ball and smarter use of his bowlers in the closing overs.
Finn Allen is the key batter, while Tim Seifert is tipped to be the leading run-scorer and the top six-hitter. The lineup has plenty of depth, and this NZ vs IND preview expects the hosts to reach 210 plus if the top order fires early.
Lockie Ferguson is the key bowler, Michael Bracewell is the key all-rounder, and Santner is predicted to be the top wicket-taker. Fantasy cricket tips would back Seifert and Santner as core picks, with Ferguson a pace option to consider.
New Zealand Squads
New Zealand Squads
Mitchell Santner, Finn Allen, Michael Bracewell, Josh Clarkson, Devon Conway, Jacob Duffy, Lockie Ferguson, Matt Henry, Bevon Jacobs, Kyle Jamieson, Adam Milne, Daryl Mitchell, Glenn Phillips, Tim Seifert, Nathan Smith, Blair Tickner
India
Shreyas Iyer leads India, who chased 226 with two balls left in the first T20I. That composure under pressure is a good sign for the captain, even though the side’s recent form of L W L NR W has been uneven.
Sanju Samson is the key batter after his 67 off 33 balls won him the Player of the Match award and the Cricinfo MVP rating of 79.91 points. Abhishek Sharma is the predicted top run-scorer and six-hitter, and India are projected to reach 220 plus.
Arshdeep Singh is the key bowler, Nitish Kumar Reddy is the key all-rounder, and Mayank Yadav is tipped to take the most wickets. India’s bowlers conceded 225 in the opener, so tighter lines are essential if they want to repeat the result.
India Squads
India Squads
Shreyas Iyer, Tilak Varma, Abhishek Sharma, Arshdeep Singh, Shivam Dube, Ishan Kishan, Kuldeep Yadav, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Naman Dhir, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Axar Patel, Prince Yadav, Sanju Samson, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Varun Chakravarthy, Mayank Yadav
NZ vs IND Prediction
Event | New Zealand | India |
Toss Winner | New Zealand | – |
Player of the Match | – | Abhishek Sharma |
Top Run Scorer | Tim Seifert | Abhishek Sharma |
Top Wicket Taker | Mitchell Santner | Mayank Yadav |
Most Sixes | Tim Seifert | Abhishek Sharma |
Predicted Score | 210+ | 220+ |
Win Probability | 54% | 46% |
New Zealand vs India Winning Prediction
New Zealand are our pick at 54% against India’s 46%, thanks to home conditions, Seifert’s power and a lineup that can post a big total. India won the opener and have Samson in form, so the New Zealand vs India match prediction stays analytical rather than absolute. Will the Black Caps level the series, or will India take control? Share your view, and follow JeetBuzz for more updates, stats and cricket analysis.
FAQ: India tour of New Zealand 2026 2nd T20I
Q1. What time does the 2nd T20I start in IST?
The match starts at 12:30 PM IST on October 24, 2026.
Q2. Who won the first T20I between New Zealand and India?
India won the first T20I by four wickets with two balls remaining.
Q3. Where can fans in India watch the match?
The match is available on Sports Live Hub (SLH).
Disclaimer: This cricket prediction reflects the author’s personal insights and analysis. We encourage readers to review the points shared and draw their own conclusions.