By Manvindar Singh 
In January 2026, India will host New Zealand for an exciting white-ball series that will include three ODIs and a thrilling five-match T20I series. Cricket fans are in for a treat. Both teams will benefit greatly from this tour, which promises top-notch cricket at India’s best venues and serves as a crucial prelude to important ICC events.
The ODI series begins in Vadodara on January 11, followed by matches in Rajkot and Indore. The T20I leg kicks off in Nagpur and travels through Raipur, Guwahati, Visakhapatnam, and Thiruvananthapuram. With star players like Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Kane Williamson, and Devon Conway expected, fans can anticipate thrilling batting displays and intense bowling battles.
New Zealand Tour of India 2025/26 – Full Schedule
| Date | Match | Venue | Local Time | GMT Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Jan 2026 | 1st ODI (D/N) | Vadodara | 1:30 PM | 8:00 AM |
| 14 Jan 2026 | 2nd ODI (D/N) | Rajkot | 1:30 PM | 8:00 AM |
| 18 Jan 2026 | 3rd ODI (D/N) | Indore | 1:30 PM | 8:00 AM |
| 21 Jan 2026 | 1st T20I (N) | Nagpur | 7:00 PM | 1:30 PM |
| 23 Jan 2026 | 2nd T20I (N) | Raipur | 7:00 PM | 1:30 PM |
| 25 Jan 2026 | 3rd T20I (N) | Guwahati | 7:00 PM | 1:30 PM |
| 28 Jan 2026 | 4th T20I (N) | Visakhapatnam | 7:00 PM | 1:30 PM |
| 31 Jan 2026 | 5th T20I (N) | Thiruvananthapuram | 7:00 PM | 1:30 PM |
Tim Douglas 
Himadullah Sohoo 
Victoria Hamilton