Introduction & Timeline Overview
The India vs New Zealand cricket rivalry spans Test, ODI, T20 and ICC tournaments. Key figures include Rohit Sharma, Kane Williamson, Virat Kohli and Tom Latham. India holds the upper hand in ICC finals, while NZ stunned India 3–0 in the 2024 Test series
Past Tests, ODIs & T20Is
Yess you Read it right one-off ODI !! the term one-off we used to hear for T20Is have now slapped with ODI. Teams used to finish tours with single T20Is now we have 5 match t20I series meanwhile i wonder when was the last time india had played 5 odi series.
pre covid 5 ODI series used to be norm but now? india is not even playing ODI . ind vs SL was last ODI series for india this year and that happened in July!! and next ODI series is after 6-7 months later with England.
Head‑to‑Head Summary:
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Tests: Since 2014, played 10. NZ dominated 2024: 3 wins, first-ever 3–0 whitewash at home
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ODIs: Played ~120; India leads.
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T20Is: Played ~60; India marginally ahead.
2024 Test Series (India hosts)
| Date | Venue | Result |
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| 16–20 Oct 2024 | Bengaluru | NZ won by 8 wkts |
| 24–28 Oct 2024 | Pune | NZ won by 113 runs |
| 1–5 Nov 2024 | Mumbai | NZ won by 25 runs |
Top performers:
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India: Ravindra Jadeja (16 wkts), Rishabh Pant (261 runs)
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NZ: Ajaz Patel (15 wkts), Rachin Ravindra (256 runs)
ICC Finals: Champions Trophy 2025
In the 9 March 2025 final (Dubai D/Stadium), India beat NZ by 4 wickets chasing 252; Rohit Sharma scored 76* & earned MOM
The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 came to a close on March 9 with the Indian men’s cricket team defeating New Zealand in the final played at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium in the UAE to bag a record third title.
Upcoming Series—India HOME vs NZ in Jan 2026
BCCI has scheduled a 3‑ODI & 5‑T20I series in India :
ODI fixtures:
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1st ODI: Sun 11 Jan 2026 – Vadodara (Kotambi) – 1:30 PM IST
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2nd ODI: Wed 14 Jan 2026 – Rajkot – 1:30 PM IST
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3rd ODI: Sun 18 Jan 2026 – Indore – 1:30 PM IST
T20I fixtures:
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21 Jan 2026 – Nagpur – 7 PM IST
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23 Jan 2026 – Raipur – 7 PM IST
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25 Jan 2026 – Guwahati – 7 PM IST
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28 Jan 2026 – Vizag – 7 PM IST
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31 Jan 2026 – Thiruvananthapuram – 7 PM IST
Players to Watch & Form Stats
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India: Rohit Sharma (ODI/T20 stalwart); Virat Kohli (chase master); Jasprit Bumrah (strike bowler)
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NZ: Kane Williamson (Test leader); Tom Latham (ODI skipper); Trent Boult (swing specialist)
India’s current form: undefeated in 2025 ICC finals
NZ’s ace: Ajaz Patel shined in 2024 Tests.
What To Expect
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India’s tactics: Utilize home conditions; deep batting line-up.
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NZ’s strategy: Rely on swing bowling, disciplined chase.
Conclusion
The India vs New Zealand timeline reflects intense competition—historic Test shock, finals tales, and fresh 2026 contests across India. Expect thrilling cricket and star performances in both ODIs and T20Is.
The rivalry between India and New Zealand has produced some of the most memorable moments in cricket. While India has often had the upper hand in terms of overall statistics, New Zealand’s ability to rise to the occasion in crucial matches makes this rivalry a thrilling one to watch.
