Second ODI between India and New Zealand to take place on November 7 in Wellington

The first ODI match between India and New Zealand will take place at Eden Park Stadium in Auckland. The match is scheduled for 7:30 AM, with the toss taking place half an hour prior. To receive updates and live scores, it is recommended to refresh the page regularly.

Previously, on this same ground, the New Zealand team scored 259 runs in a T20 match, creating expectations of a high score in the ODI as well. Nevertheless, historical data from Eden Park suggests otherwise: the highest score in an ODI played at this venue was achieved in 2007, totaling 340 runs. Furthermore, in the last two ODIs played in Auckland, the teams batting in the evening were bowled out for 150 and 76 runs, respectively. Therefore, it will be interesting to observe whether the batsmen's attack or the bowlers will prevail.

Both teams previously met in the semi-finals of the last World Cup ODI, where India defeated New Zealand. However, in the previous two-match ODI series between these two nations, New Zealand won.

Before the first ODI, New Zealand suffered a serious setback: Devon Conway sustained an injury during training after colliding with Matt Henry and was excluded from the first ODI due to a concussion. Matt Henry's participation is also undecided. New Zealand is already playing without Mark Chapman and Rachin Ravindra, and with Conway absent, Tim Seifert might get a chance. However, Henry's team may include Nicholas in the starting lineup.

Shreyas Iyer might return to the Indian team. He is expected to replace Ritardh Gaikwad at the fourth position. Jasprit Bumrah and Hardik Pandya will not be able to participate in this series. Consequently, Nitish Kumar Reddy has a good opportunity to showcase his bowling skills.

Axar Patel's return is also possible. Due to the characteristics of Eden Park's outfield, Kuldeep Yadav might find it difficult to secure a spot in the starting eleven. India could field three all-rounders.

The potential New Zealand squad includes: Will Young, Tim Seifert/Henry Nicholls, Daryl Mitchell, Glenn Phillips, Tom Latham (wicketkeeper), Michael Bresshaw, Mitchell Santner (captain), Nathan Smith, Kyle Jamieson, Matt Henry/Blair Tickner, Jakeba Dafie.

The projected India squad: Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill (captain), Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul (wicketkeeper), Naman Diara, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Axar Patel, Guruonur Barada, Mohammed Siraj, Arshdeep Singh.

It is expected that the Eden Park pitch will differ from the pitch used in T20 matches. This time, a better balance between batsmen and bowlers can be expected. Good bounce is usually observed here. Glenn Phillips noted that after Perth, this could become one of the highest-bouncing pitches in the world. The weather forecast is also favorable, and rain is unlikely to affect the game.

Rohit Sharma has never scored an ODI century in New Zealand. In 13 matches here, he has averaged 36.41 and had a strike rate of 72.95. On the other hand, Shubman Gill is the top run-scorer in ODI cricket this year. He has scored 895 runs in 11 matches in 2026. His average stands at 111.87, and his strike rate is 118.7.

This series also holds great importance for preparation for the 2027 ODI World Cup. India will have the opportunity to assess the current form of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. Meanwhile, New Zealand will want to test how it can counter India's aggressive style of play in major tournament playoffs.

Total matches: 123. New Zealand wins: 52. India wins: 63. Draws: 1. Ties: 7.

The ODI squad for the first three matches of the New Zealand team includes: Mitchell Santner (captain), Michael Bresshaw, Devon Conway, Jakeba Dafie, Matt Henry, Kyle Jamieson, Tom Latham (wicketkeeper), Tim Seifert (wicketkeeper), Daryl Mitchell, Glenn Phillips, Nathan Smith, Will Young, Blair Tickner, and Henry Nicholls.

For the last two ODIs, the New Zealand squad is: Mitchell Santner (captain), Finn Allen, Michael Bresshaw, Christian Clark, Jakeba Dafie, Matt Fisher, Loki Ferguson, Mitch He (wicketkeeper), Nick Kelly, Tim Seifert (wicketkeeper), Blair Tickner, Will Young, and Dean Fockstraff.

The updated ODI squad for the first three matches of the Indian team: Shubman Gill (captain), Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer (vice-captain), KL Rahul (wicketkeeper), Axar Patel, Naman Diir, Anshul Kamboj, Guruonur Barar, Ritardh Gaikwad, Arshdeep Singh, Ishan Kishan (wicketkeeper), Mohammed Siraj, Kuldeep Yadav, and Nitish Kumar Reddy (only first ODI), Akib Nabi.

The updated squad for the fourth and fifth ODIs: Shreyas Iyer (captain), Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Tilak Verma, Ishan Kishan (wicketkeeper and vice-captain), Axar Patel, Naman Diir, Akib Nabi, Guruonur Barar, Ritardh Gaikwad, Arshdeep Singh, Kumar Kushagra (wicketkeeper), Mohammed Siraj, Yash Thakur, and Kuldeep Yadav.

Full schedule of the India-New Zealand ODI series: all five matches will be played in day-night format. All matches will start at 7:30 AM Indian time and 2 PM New Zealand time.

Today, October 30th, will see the fourth match of five scheduled T20 matches between India and New Zealand. This significant encounter will take place at Eden Park Stadium in Auckland. The formal start of the match, including the toss, is scheduled for 12:00 Indian time, with the first ball bowled at 12:30 Indian time.

The Indian team has already won the T20 series. The first two matches of the series were held in Christchurch, where the Indians won by four wickets. Subsequently, in Wellington, the Indian squad managed to secure a victory by six wickets.

The potential lineup for the Indian team in the fourth T20 includes: Abhishek Sharma, Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Sanju Samson (as a batter-bowler), Shreyas Iyer (captain), Tilak Verma, Naman Diar, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Axar Patel, Varun Chakravarthy, Arshdeep Singh, and Prince Yadav.

The New Zealand squad for this fourth T20 is as follows: Tim Seifert (as a batter-bowler), Finn Allen, Daryl Mitchell, Glenn Phillips, Bevan Jackson, Michael Bresshaw, Mitchell Santner (captain), Jacari Fallas, Adam Milne, Jacob Duffy, and Matt Fisher.

Historically, 34 T20 International matches have been played between India and New Zealand. During this period, the Indian team has secured 20 victories, while the New Zealand team has won 11 encounters. Three matches ended in a tie, with the super over deciding the outcome in favor of India.

In total, there have been 34 T20Is. India has won 20, New Zealand has won 11, and there have been 3 draws. The full Indian squad includes: Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson (as a batter-bowler), Shreyas Iyer (captain), Tilak Verma, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Naman Diar, Axar Patel, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Arshdeep Singh, Prince Yadav, Ishan Kishan (as a batter-bowler), Kuldeep Yadav, Shivam Dube, Varun Chakravarthy, and Mayank Yadav. The New Zealand squad includes: Tim Seifert (as a batter-bowler), Finn Allen, Daryl Mitchell, Glenn Phillips, Bevan Jackson, Michael Bresshaw, Mitchell Santner (captain), Kyle Jamieson, Adam Milne, Jacob Duffy, Matthew Fisher, Nathan Smith, Blair Tickner, Josh Clarkson, and Devon Conway (as a batter-bowler).

The first T20 took place on October 22nd in Christchurch, where India won by four wickets. The second T20 was played on October 24th in Christchurch, and India again won by four wickets. The third T20 was held on October 27th in Wellington, and India won by six wickets. The fourth T20 is scheduled for October 30th in Auckland, and the fifth T20 will be held on November 1st in Hamilton, also at 12:30 Indian time.

Furthermore, ODIs are planned within the tour: the first on November 4th in Auckland at 7:30 AM; the second on November 7th in Wellington at 7:30 AM; the third on November 10th in Hamilton at 7:30 AM; and the fourth on November 13th in Mount Maunganui at 7:30 AM; the fifth ODI on November 15th in Mount Maunganui at 7:30 AM. The tournament will conclude with Test matches: the first Test will run from November 19th to 23rd in Wellington, and the second Test from October 27th to December 1st in Christchurch, starting at 3:30 AM.

Today, October 24, will see the second match of five scheduled T20Is between India and New Zealand. This encounter will take place at Hagley Oval stadium in Christchurch. The token draw is scheduled for 12:00 Indian time, with the first ball to be bowled at 12:30 Indian time.

In the first match of the series, held at the same venue, the Indian team, led by Shreyas Iyer, defeated New Zealand by four wickets. At that time, the Indian squad scored 226 runs. Now, the Indian team aims to take a 2-0 lead in the series.

In the Indian squad, Ishan Kishan will be unable to participate due to injury. Consequently, there is a high probability that 15-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi will earn a spot in the starting lineup. For their part, the host side may make changes to their squad, such as including fast bowler Kyle Jamesson instead of Edmead Milne.

The possible starting lineup for India in the second T20 includes: Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson (as a batter-bowler), Shreyas Iyer (captain), Tilak Verma, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Namana Dira, Akshar Patel, Bhubneshwara Kumar, Arshdeep Singh, and Minka Yadav.

The projected lineup for New Zealand in the second T20 includes: Finn Allen, Tim Seifert (as a batter-bowler), Daryl Mitchell, Glenn Phillips, Bevan Jackson, Michael Bresshaw, Mitchell Santner (captain), Nathan Smith, Kyle Jamesson, Matt Henry, and Loki Ferguson.

Historically, 32 T20 International matches have been played between India and New Zealand. During this period, the Indian team has won 18 matches, while New Zealand has won 11 encounters. Three matches ended in a draw, two of which went into super over, which India won.

As part of India's tour of New Zealand, the following events are planned: the first T20 took place on October 22 in Christchurch, where India won by 4 wickets. The second T20 is scheduled for October 24 in Christchurch. The third T20 will be held on October 27 in Wellington, the fourth on October 30 in Auckland, and the fifth on November 1 in Hamilton. ODI and Test matches follow.