IND vs NZ Dream11 Prediction Playing XI: 1st ODI, New Zealand Tour of India, 2026 Fantasy Cricket Tips, Team, and Pitch Report
IND vs NZ Dream11 Team Predictions for Today- Match Read New Zealand Tour of India, 2026 Match 1st ODI H2H Records, Key Players, Pitch Report, and who will win today's match between IND vs NZ.
IND vs NZ 1st ODI Preview:
India is ready to take on New Zealand in the 1st ODI of the New Zealand Tour of India. This match will be played at Kotambi Stadium, Vadodara. The hosts, India, have been in good form leading up to this, beating South Africa in the last ODI series. They would like to kickstart their tournament on a winning note.
On the other hand, New Zealand enters this series after winning two consecutive ODI series against the West Indies and England, respectively. They have been in splendid form, winning 17 out of their last 20 matches. The Michael Bracewell-led side would like to reform their past fortunes.
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IND vs NZ Recent Performance:
| IND | W | L | W | W | L |
| NZ | W | W | W | W | W |
IND vs NZ 1st ODI Match Details:
- Series/Tournament: New Zealand Tour of India
- Match: IND vs NZ 1st ODI
- Date: 11 Jan. 2026
- Match Start Time: 1:30 PM IST
- Stadium/Venue: Kotambi Stadium, Vadodara, India
- Live Score: cricketwinner.com
- Live Streaming: Star Sports network, DD Sports and Jio Hotstar
IND vs NZ Head-to-Head Stats:
(Last 10 Matches)
| IND Won | 7 |
| NZ Won | 3 |
| NR | 0 |
IND vs NZ Pitch & Weather Report:
There is a possibility of clouds, and the chances of rain are very low. The temperature is expected to reach around 21.1°C. Based on previous stats, the average score at this venue ranges between 215 and 256 runs. The pitch offers little assistance to pacers.
| Temp. | 21.1°C |
| Rain Possibility | 0% |
| Avg Score | 235 |
| Best Suited For | Pace (63%) |
Kotambi Stadium, Vadodara Stats:
The fast bowlers get a little more help at the start of the match. But after spending some time on the pitch, the batsmen can make a good score. Winning the toss and opting to bowl first will be a wise decision on this surface.
| Win Bat First | 40% |
| Win Bowl First | 40% |
IND vs NZ Dream11 Prediction Playing 11
India (IND) Probable 11:
Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill (captain), Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul (wicketkeeper), Ravindra Jadeja, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Kuldeep Yadav, Harshit Rana, Arshdeep Singh, Mohammed Siraj
New Zealand (NZ) Probable 11:
Devon Conway (wicketkeeper), Henry Nicholls, Will Young, Daryl Mitchell, Michael Bracewell (captain), Glenn Phillips, Zak Foulkes, Kyle Jamieson, Adithya Ashok, Michael Rae/Josh Clarkson, Jayden Lennox
IND vs NZ- Top Picks from IND
| Players | Role | Stats in Last Three Matches |
| Virat Kohli | BAT | 273 Runs |
| Rohit Sharma | BAT | 240 Runs |
| R Jadeja | AR | 112 Runs, 4 Wickets |
| A Singh | BOW | 8 Wickets |
IND vs NZ- Top Picks from NZ
| Players | Role | Stats in Last Three Matches |
| Devon Conway | WK | 150 Runs |
| Henry Nicholls | BAT | 178 Runs |
| Josh Clarkson | AR | 137 Runs, 7 Wickets |
| Daryl Mitchell | AR | 219 Runs |
Cricket Winner Player’s Insight:
- Rohit Sharma (IND) is an explosive opener for IND. He has scored 240 runs in the last three matches.
- Virat Kohli (IND) is the backbone of the Indian batting lineup. He is one player to watch.
- Devon Conway (NZ) is capable of winning any match from any stage. He is a valuable pick for the upcoming game.
- Daryl Mitchell (NZ) is the most experienced all-rounder in the New Zealand Squad. He has scored 219 runs in the last three ODIs.
IND vs NZ Captain & Vice-Captain Choices:
| Captain | Vice-captain |
| Virat Kohli | Daryl Mitchell |
| Rohit Sharma | Devon Conway |
IND vs NZ Fantasy Team Suggestion:
IND vs NZ Dream11 Prediction Expert Advice
| SL Captain Choice | Rohit Sharma |
| GL Captain Choice | Virat Kohli |
| Punt Picks | Devon Conway, Daryl Mitchell |
| Dream11 Combination | 2-4-3-2 |
IND vs NZ Dream11 Prediction Probable Winners:
IND is expected to win this match. They have the advantage of playing on their home ground. Additionally, India holds a dominant 7-3 advantage over New Zealand in their 10 most recent encounters.
IND vs NZ 1st ODI FAQ
Who is likely to win the IND vs NZ match today?
India (IND) is expected to win this match.
Who is ahead in head-to-head stats?
India
Who are the top fantasy picks for the IND vs NZ Dream11 team?
Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Devon Conway, Daryl Mitchell, Henry Nicholls and A Singh
What is the pitch report for this match?
The surface is balanced, and we can expect an average score range between 215 and 256 runs.
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