Match Preview – India vs New Zealand( IND vs NZ ), Dream11 Prediction, 3rd T20I Match. Who Will Win, On January 25, 2026

Match Details:

• Match: India vs New Zealand( IND vs NZ ), 3rd T20I Match, New Zealand tour of India, 2026
• Date and Time: January 25,  01:30 pm GMT / 07:30 pm BD / 07:00 pm local time
• Venue: Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati

IND vs NZ Tips & Match Prediction:

Who will win the toss? – New Zealand

Who will win the match? – India

India vs New Zealand Preview:

India( IND ) is set to face New Zealand( NZ ) in their 3rd T20I match during the New Zealand tour of India, 2026. This match is scheduled to take place at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium on Sunday, January 25.

India will be keen to build on the momentum they’ve gathered from the first two T20Is of the series. Abhishek Sharma has set the tone at the top, making a strong start with an 85 in the opening match. Sanju Samson, on the other hand, is yet to make a big impact, but he’ll be eyeing a breakthrough innings on what is expected to be a good batting surface in Guwahati.

Captain Suryakumar Yadav has shown glimpses of form earlier in the series with a handy 32 and boasts an impressive record against New Zealand, scoring 316 runs in nine matches. A big score has been due for a while, and this could be the game where he finally crosses the fifty mark. Ishan Kishan, batting at number four, is also getting valuable game time as he looks to cement his place ahead of the marquee tournament.

With the ball, Arshdeep Singh has continued to trouble New Zealand’s top order with his swing, while Jasprit Bumrah has been outstanding when used through the middle and at the death. Shivam Dube’s recent success with the ball adds depth to India’s attack, giving them a reliable seventh bowling option alongside Abhishek Sharma.

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New Zealand, meanwhile, are still experimenting in their quest to settle on a stable batting line-up, particularly at number three. The return of Finn Allen and Tim Seifert will only increase competition for spots in the playing XI.

Daryl Mitchell has made a strong case for himself with his consistency and current form and looks well placed to secure the number three role ahead of the World Cup, especially with Rachin Ravindra going through a lean patch. This makes the upcoming game an important one for Ravindra as he looks to regain confidence. Mitchell Santner has struggled to find his rhythm so far in the series, particularly with his line and length. In the pace department, Kyle Jamieson’s inclusion in the World Cup squad over Adam Milne suggests he will be given more opportunities to settle into his role as a specialist at the death.

IND vs NZ Possible Playing XI:

India: Sanju Samson(w), Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan, Suryakumar Yadav(c), Hardik Pandya, Shivam Dube, Rinku Singh, Harshit Rana, Arshdeep Singh, Kuldeep Yadav, Varun Chakaravarthy.

New Zealand:  Devon Conway, Tim Seifert(w), Rachin Ravindra, Glenn Phillips, Mark Chapman, Daryl Mitchell, Mitchell Santner(c), Zakary Foulkes, Matt Henry, Ish Sodhi, Jacob Duffy.

IND vs NZ Recent 5 Match Performance:

IND vs NZ Head-To-Head Records:

IND vs NZ Toss Prediction:

We’re hoping the team wins the toss and chooses to bat first.

IND vs NZ Pitch Report:

The pitch at Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati generally offers a balanced contest between bat and ball. Early in the innings, fast bowlers can find some assistance with seam movement and bounce, making the new ball phase slightly challenging for batters. However, as the match progresses, the surface tends to settle and becomes more batting-friendly, allowing stroke-makers to play freely through the line. The bounce usually stays true, which helps batters score consistently during the middle overs. Spinners play more of a supporting role, relying on variations rather than sharp turn. Overall, it’s a venue where teams that negotiate the early movement well can post competitive totals, with runs flowing more easily as the game goes on.

IND vs NZ Weather Report:

On January 25 at around 7:00 PM local time, the weather in Guwahati (around Barsapara Cricket Stadium) is expected to be pleasant and mostly dry, with clear to sunny skies throughout the day and little to no rain forecast by the evening. Temperatures should remain comfortably warm, likely around 27–28°C, with mild winds and generally stable conditions — perfect for an evening cricket match. Cloud cover is expected to be minimal, and the chance of rain is very low, meaning conditions should stay favorable for play with no significant weather interruptions.

Expected Scores:

1st Innings Expected Score: 165–180 runs

2nd Innings Expected Score: 160–170 runs

Key Notes:

The pitch is batting-friendly, rewarding timing and clean hitting

New ball bowlers may get some movement early, but it fades quickly

Spinners become important during the middle overs to control run flow

Dew could slightly favor the chasing side in the second innings

Anything above 175 will put real pressure on the team batting second

India vs New Zealand Full Squad:

India: Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill(c), Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul(w), Washington Sundar, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Harshit Rana, Kuldeep Yadav, Arshdeep Singh, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Ravindra Jadeja.

New Zealand: Devon Conway(w), Will Young, Henry Nicholls, Daryl Mitchell, Glenn Phillips, Michael Bracewell(c), Zakary Foulkes, Nick Kelly, Josh Clarkson, Michael Rae, Kyle Jamieson, Mitchell Hay, Adithya Ashok, Kristian Clarke, Jayden Lennox.