IND vs NZ, 2nd ODI: Will Rain affect the match in Wellington? Check the latest weather updates

India will face New Zealand in the second ODI at Hnry Stadium, Wellington, on Saturday, November 7, 2026. The match will begin at 3:00 PM local time, 2:00 AM GMT and 7:30 AM IST. India lead the five-match ODI series 1-0 after winning the rain-affected opening match in Auckland by five wickets under the DLS method.

Rain could once again affect the India vs New Zealand ODI series, with concerns over the weather forecast in Wellington. The first ODI in Auckland was interrupted by rain, and fans will be hoping for better weather in the second match. However, another spell of rain could lead to delays or a shortened contest.

In this article, we will share the latest weather updates for the IND vs NZ 2nd ODI in Wellington. We will also look at the rain forecast and the chances of the match being affected by bad weather.

Wellington weather update: Will rain affect IND vs NZ 2nd ODI at the toss?

Wellington is expected to witness cloudy conditions during the IND vs NZ 2nd ODI on Saturday. According to weather forecasts, there is a 60% chance of rain during the day and a 55% chance in the evening. Temperatures are expected to reach 19°C during the day before dropping to around 17°C in the evening and 12°C at night. Heavy cloud cover could also affect playing conditions.

Rain could affect the toss and the start of the match, with a high chance of showers around the scheduled start time. The forecast also suggests that cloud cover will remain over the venue throughout the day. These conditions could lead to delays or a reduction in overs if rain interrupts play. However, the weather will need to be monitored closer to the match.

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Rain had also affected the opening ODI at Eden Park in Auckland. New Zealand were bowled out for 185 in 40.2 overs before rain interruptions reduced India's target to 143 runs in 32 overs under the DLS method. India chased down the revised target in 22.4 overs and won the match by five wickets. Fans will now hope that the second ODI in Wellington gets enough clear weather for a full contest.

IND vs NZ squads & head-to-head record in Wellington: Who has the edge?

India have dominated recent ODI meetings against New Zealand, winning eight of their last 10 matches, while the Black Caps have won two. New Zealand's victories came in the second and third ODIs in January 2026. India won the opening match of that series, the 2025 Champions Trophy final and the first ODI of the ongoing series. However, these matches were played at different venues, so the overall head-to-head record does not reflect the teams' performances in Wellington.

India vs New Zealand: Last 10 ODI Meetings

Recent ODI Meetings

India's ODI Record in Wellington

India have played four completed or scheduled ODI matches against New Zealand in Wellington before the 2026 encounter. Their record includes two wins, one defeat and one abandoned match.

India vs New Zealand 2nd ODI: Full Squads

India Squad: Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill(C), Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, Axar Patel, KL Rahul (WK), Naman Dhir, Anshul Kamboj, Auqib Nabi, Gurnoor Brar, Arshdeep Singh, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Mohammed Siraj, Ishan Kishan and Kuldeep Yadav.

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New Zealand Squad: Will Young, Tim Seifert, Henry Nicholls, Daryl Mitchell, Tom Latham (WK), Glenn Phillips, Mitchell Santner(C), Nathan Smith, Kyle Jamieson, Jacob Duffy, Blair Tickner, Nick Kelly, Matthew Fisher, Michael Bracewell and Matt Henry.

If Rain interrupts play: DLS rules, reduced overs & what it means for India

If rain interrupts the IND vs NZ 2nd ODI in Wellington, the Duckworth-Lewis-Stern (DLS) method will be used to calculate the revised target. This method adjusts the target based on the number of overs remaining and the wickets available to the batting team. It helps determine a fair result when rain reduces the length of a match.

If rain causes a delay, the match officials may reduce the number of overs for both teams. Play will continue with fewer overs if weather conditions improve and enough time is available. However, if rain prevents the match from reaching the minimum overs required for a result, the game could be abandoned without a winner.

For India, a rain-shortened match could bring extra pressure, as the team may need to chase a revised target in fewer overs. The players will have to adjust their batting approach according to the new target and available overs. India will hope for clear weather so they can complete the match and strengthen their lead in the five-match ODI series.