Team India's next match is the 4th T20I against New Zealand in Auckland, on Friday, October 30, 2026. India have already sealed the T20I series 3-0 after winning in Christchurch twice and in Wellington, but remaining matches still matter for momentum, milestones, and preparation for the ODI and Test series that follow.
This guide gives the next match first, with timing and venue, then the full fixture list for the rest of the New Zealand tour.
Next Match: 4th T20I vs New Zealand, Auckland, October 30
Team India's next match is the 4th T20I against New Zealand at Eden Park, Auckland, on Friday, October 30, 2026, starting at 12:30 PM IST, toss at 12:00 PM IST, which is 8:00 PM NZDT in Auckland.
Eden Park is known as a high-scoring T20 ground, with shorter boundaries than many venues, and an average first-innings T20I score was reported at around 177 in recent preview coverage. That matters because India have chased successfully in all three T20Is so far, and a high-scoring ground makes another chase, or a big total, more likely than a low-scoring contest.
Broadcast in India is expected on Sony Sports Network and SonyLIV, based on tour coverage so far. Check the official broadcaster listing on match day, because details can change.
Series Situation: India Lead 3-0, Series Already Sealed
India lead the T20I series 3-0, and the series is already sealed, which changes what Auckland means. It is no longer a decider but still a full international, with ranking points, milestones, and selection at stake.
The first T20I in Christchurch on October 22 saw India chase 226, finishing on 230 for 6 in 19.4 overs to win by four wickets, after New Zealand posted 225 for 4. The second T20I, also in Christchurch on October 24, saw India chase 181 for 6 in 19.5 overs to win by four wickets, after New Zealand posted 180 for 5.
The third T20I in Wellington on October 27 was the most one-sided so far. New Zealand posted 198 for 3, and India replied with 199 for 4 in only 13.2 overs, winning by six wickets with 40 balls remaining, thanks to Abhishek Sharma's 113 from 38 balls and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's 45 from 19 balls, with a record powerplay of 118 for no wicket.
What to Watch in Auckland: Milestones and Selection
Two milestones are within reach in Auckland, both belonging to Arshdeep Singh. Arshdeep has 39 wickets in T20 internationals in calendar year 2026, equalling Josh Little's Full Member calendar-year record of 39 in 2022. One more wicket in Auckland would take him past that record and also bring up 150 career T20 international wickets, because he was one short of that mark after Wellington.
Selection is the other talking point. Ishan Kishan missed the second and third T20Is after a low-grade right adductor strain in the first T20I, and his availability for Auckland had not been confirmed at the time of writing. Dinesh Karthik has suggested, in commentary before the match, that if Kishan is fit, the established top three should return, meaning Sooryavanshi is waiting, but that is an opinion, not a confirmed announcement. No final eleven had been announced at the time of writing, and readers should check team news closer to the toss rather than trusting a predicted eleven as fact.
Weather is worth noting, only as a forecast risk, not certainty. Preview coverage mentioned a chance of rain and around 13 degrees Celsius. A rain-shortened match would change tactics completely, so check the forecast on match morning.
Full Upcoming Fixtures: T20Is, ODIs and Tests
After Auckland, the tour continues with a packed schedule. All times below are in IST, as listed in tour coverage.
T20I series, remaining:
- 4th T20I: Friday, October 30, 2026, Eden Park, Auckland, 12:30 PM IST, toss 12:00 PM IST.
- 5th T20I: Sunday, November 1, 2026, Seddon Park, Hamilton, 12:30 PM IST.
ODI series, all at 7:30 AM IST:
- 1st ODI: Wednesday, November 4, 2026, Eden Park, Auckland.
- 2nd ODI: Saturday, November 7, 2026, Hnry Stadium, Wellington.
- 3rd ODI: Tuesday, November 10, 2026, Seddon Park, Hamilton.
- 4th ODI: Friday, November 13, 2026, Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui.
- 5th ODI: Sunday, November 15, 2026, Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui.
Test series, both starting at 3:30 AM IST, 11:00 AM local time:
- 1st Test: November 19 to 23, 2026, Basin Reserve, Wellington.
- 2nd Test: November 27 to December 1, 2026, Hagley Oval, Christchurch.
After New Zealand, India hosts Sri Lanka in December 2026: ODIs on December 13 in Delhi, December 16 in Bengaluru, and December 19 in Ahmedabad, all at 2:00 PM IST, followed by T20Is on December 22 in Rajkot, December 24 in Cuttack, and December 27 in Pune, all at 7:00 PM IST. The immediate focus remains Auckland on October 30.
ODI Series: Split Captaincy and Key Changes to Know
The ODI series that follows has split captaincy. Shubman Gill captains India for the first three ODIs, and Shreyas Iyer captains the last two, because Gill leaves after the third ODI to prepare for the Tests, for which he is also captain.
Other ODI squad points: Bumrah is rested for the entire ODI series and features only in the Tests, Jadeja was left out, and Kushagra and Yash Thakur received maiden ODI call-ups for the last two ODIs. Kishan has been vice-captain for the last two ODIs.
New Zealand's ODI squads, as reported in tour listings rather than directly from New Zealand Cricket, also change between the first three and last two ODIs. Readers should verify the final New Zealand squads against an official New Zealand cribet99 announcement closer to each match, because tour listings can differ from official squads.
Test Series: WTC Points and What Is at Stake
The Test series carries World Test Championship points: 12 for a win, six for a tie, and four for a draw, with standings decided by percentage of points won. India have 24 points maximum from this two-test series, their last away series of the current WTC cycle, after which they host Australia.
India's Test squad includes Gill as captain, Jaiswal and Rahul as vice-captains, Pant as wicketkeeper subject to fitness clearance, and Bumrah, Jadeja, Kuldeep, and Siraj, among others. New Zealand's final test squad had not been confirmed in announcements found before this guide, so check New Zealand Cricket closer to November 19 rather than relying on an older list.
Wellington Tests are played at Basin Reserve, not at Hnry Stadium, which hosted the Wellington T20I. That distinction matters for viewing plans, because the two Wellington grounds are different venues.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Team India's next match?
The 4th T20I against New Zealand at Eden Park, Auckland, on Friday, October 30, 2026, starting at 12:30 PM IST, with the toss at 12:00 PM IST.
What time does the Auckland T20I start in IST?
At 12:30 PM IST, which is 8:00 PM NZDT in Auckland. The toss is at 12:00 PM IST.
Where can I watch India vs New Zealand in India?
Broadcast is expected on Sony Sports Network and SonyLIV, based on tour coverage so far. Check the official broadcaster listing on match day.
What are India's next matches after Auckland?
The 5th T20I in Hamilton on November 1, then ODIs on November 4, 7, 10, 13, and 15, all at 7:30 AM IST, then tests from November 19 to 23 in Wellington and November 27 to December 1 in Christchurch, both at 3:30 AM IST.
Is the T20I series already decided?
Yes. India lead 3-0 after wins in Christchurch twice and in Wellington, so the series is sealed, but Auckland and Hamilton still count as full internationals, with milestones and selection at stake.
