India leads 1-0 in the five-match series as they prepare to face New Zealand in the 2nd T20I of the India tour of New Zealand 2026. The match is scheduled for Saturday, 24 October 2026, at the Hagley Oval in Christchurch.
Match Details & Schedule
- Date: Saturday, 24 October 2026
- Time: 8:00 PM Local Time (NZDT) / 1:30 PM IST
- Venue: Hagley Oval, Christchurch, New Zealand
- Current Series Status: India leads 1-0 after winning a tense opening clash at the same venue by 4 wickets.
Team squads with their playing role
The official team squads with their explicit playing roles for the ongoing India tour of New Zealand 2026 T20I series are outlined below.
India T20I Squad
Led by Shreyas Iyer, the Indian squad presents a heavily balanced blend of explosive youth, returning veterans, and raw pace talent.
New Zealand T20I Squad
Captained by Mitchell Santner, the Blackcaps rely on a robust contingency of experienced short-form specialists and high-functioning seam depth.
Head-to-Head Match Record
In T20 International cricket, India holds a 20–11 head-to-head advantage over New Zealand across 32 total encounters.
This updated tally accounts for India’s thrilling 4-wicket triumph over the Blackcaps in the opening match of this ongoing series on 22 October 2026.