IND vs NZ 2nd T20I Match Preview:

India is all set to take on New Zealand for the second game of the five-match T20I series at Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium, Raipur. India has been in sensational form, winning the opening game by 48 runs on the back of Abhishek Sharma's blistering innings of 84 runs off just 35 balls. Rinku Singh also showcased his hard-hitting abilities.

On the other hand, New Zealand got off to a terrible start while chasing the target. Glenn Phillips and Mark Chapman steadied the innings in the middle order, but their efforts were not enough. Now they will take the field to win the match and level the series.

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IND vs NZ 2nd T20I Match Details:

• Series/Tournament: New Zealand Tour of India 
• Match: IND vs NZ 2nd T20I
• Date: 23 Jan. 2026
• Match Start Time: 7:00 PM IST
• Stadium/Venue: Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium, Raipur, India
• Live Score: cricketwinner.com
• Live Streaming: DD Sports and JioHotstar.

IND vs NZ Head-to-Head Stats:

(Last 10 Matches)

IND vs NZ Pitch & Weather Report:

The weather is expected to remain cool and sunny with no possibility of rain. The temperature is expected to reach around 25.6°C. Based on previous stats, the average score at this venue ranges between 154 and 174 runs. The pitch offers little assistance to pacers.

Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium Stats: 

Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium, Raipur, is renowned for its flat pitch, which offers assistance to batters and bowlers. Another high-scoring match can be expected here. Winning the toss and opting to bat first will be a wise decision on this surface. 

IND vs NZ 2nd T20I Playing 11

India (IND) Probable 11:

Sanju Samson (WK), Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan, Surya Kumar Yadav, Rinku Singh, Hardik Pandya, Shivam Dube, Axar Patel, Arshdeep Singh, Varun Chakaravarthy, Jasprit Bumrah

New Zealand (NZ) Probable 11:

Tim Robinson, Devon Conway (WK), Rachin Ravindra, Glenn Phillips, Mark Chapman, Daryl Mitchell, Mitchell Santner, Kristian Clarke, Kyle Jamieson, Ish Sodhi, Jacob Duffy

IND vs NZ- Top Picks from IND

IND vs NZ- Top Picks from NZ

Cricket Winner Player’s Insight:

• Abhisek Sharma (IND) can change the course of the match in the power play. He was awarded “Player of the Match” in the opening match for his explosive innings. 
• Hardik Pandya (IND) can also provide valuable support to the team with his bowling and batting. He scored 25 runs and claimed one wicket in the last outing. 
• Glenn Phillips (NZ) steadied the innings in the middle order and smashed 78 runs off  40 balls.
• Mark Chapman (NZ) could be the best batter in the second T20I. He scored 39 runs off 24 balls laced with 4 fours and 2 sixes.

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IND vs NZ Dream11 Prediction Expert Advice 

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, Abhisek Sharma is in superb form, which is another good sign for them.

IND vs NZ 2nd T20I 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?

Abhisek Sharma, Hardik Pandya, Glenn Phillips, Daryl Mitchell, Mark Chapman and V Chakarvarthy

What is the pitch report for this match?

The surface is balanced, and we can expect an average score range between 150 and 170 runs.