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NZ vs IND Match Prediction — Who Will Win 5th ODI? New Zealand vs India

In this NZ vs IND match prediction, we analyse recent form, pitch report, weather conditions, head-to-head record, key players, and match scenarios to find out who will win NZ vs IND today in the 5th ODI of the India tour of New Zealand 2026

Bhupender Sharma
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NZ vs IND Match Prediction 5th ODI — IND Favourites Expert Prediction & Toss Tip
NZ vs IND Match Prediction 5th ODI — IND Favourites Expert Prediction & Toss Tip

India will face New Zealand in the fifth ODI of India’s tour of New Zealand in 2026 on 15 November at Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui. India will be under considerable pressure after being bowled out for just 89 in the fourth ODI, their lowest ODI total against New Zealand and will be eager to bounce back.

In the fourth ODI, New Zealand batted first and scored 333 runs in 50 overs. Young scored 125 off 108 balls at a strike rate of 115.74. In response, Indian team failed to chase down the target and were bowled out for just 89 runs.

Read also: “Time to Sack Gambhir!”- Fans slam Team India after 244-run defeat against New Zealand at Bay Oval

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NZ vs IND Match Details – 5th ODI 

  • Match: India vs New Zealand, 5th ODI 

  • Date: 15 November, 2026

  • Time: 7:30 AM IST

  • Venue: Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui 

  • Live Streaming: Sony LIV

NZ vs IND Pitch Report - Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui

Bay Oval is traditionally known for its good batting surfaces, offering consistent bounce and carry. Fast bowlers may find some assistance with the new ball, particularly in the opening overs.

  • Win Batting First: 40%

  • Win Bowling First: 60%

Average Scores

  • Average 1st Innings: 264

  • Average 2nd Innings: 208

NZ vs IND Weather Report – Mount Maunganui Conditions 

Temperature

20°C

Rain Possibility

1%

Average Score

264

Best Suited For

Batting 

NZ vs IND Recent Form

Team

Last 5 Matches

NZ

W, L, L, L, W

IND

L, W, W, L, W

NZ vs IND Head-to-Head Record (Last 10 ODIs)

Team

Wins

New Zealand 

3

India 

7

NR

0

NZ vs IND Injury News & Team Updates – 5th ODI 

NZ: Full squad available for this match 

IND: All players are fully fit for this match 

NZ vs IND Win Probability – 5th ODI

Team

Win Probability

New Zealand 

45%

India

55%

NZ vs IND Key Player Battles to Watch 

Player

Team

ODI Stats

Will Young

NZ

140 runs

Tim Seifert 

NZ

96 runs

Virat Kohli 

IND

81 runs

Gurnoor Brar 

IND

9 wickets

Matt Henry 

NZ

6 wickets

Kyle Jamieson

IND

5 wickets

NZ vs IND Match Prediction Scenarios

Scenario 1: If NZ Bat First

  • Powerplay Score: 50–60

  • Predicted Total: 240-265

  • Match Result: IND to win

See Also: Watch: Virat Kohli’s Sunny Deol-style dance goes viral after duck in IND vs NZ 4th ODI

Scenario 2: If IND Bat First

  • Powerplay Score: 45–50

  • Predicted Total: 275–320

  • Match Result: IND to win

NZ vs IND Toss Prediction – 5th ODI

Across 32 ODIs at Bay Oval, teams batting first have won 16 matches, while teams bowling first have won 17.

Prediction: IND to win the toss and elect to bat first 

NZ vs IND Probable Playing

India (IND)

Rohit Sharma, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer (c), Ishan Kishan (wk), Naman Dhir, Axar Patel, Auqib Nabi, Gurnoor Brar, Arshdeep Singh, Kuldeep Yadav.

New Zealand (NZ)

Will Young, Tim Seifert (wk), Finn Allen, Nick Kelly, Dean Foxcroft, Michael Bracewell, Mitchell Santner (c), Kristian Clarke, Matthew Fisher, Jacob Duffy, Blair Tickner

NZ vs IND 5th ODI Player of the Match Prediction

  • Will Young 

  • Virat Kohli 

  • Gurnoor Brar 

Who Will Win NZ vs IND Today? — Expert Prediction 5th ODI 

According to our NZ vs IND who will win today, India are the favourites to win the 5th ODI expert predictions. The likes of Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli and Arshdeep Singh will be key players to watch out for.

NZ vs IND who will win today: India to win 

NZ vs IND Match Result  – 5th ODI Results 

(To be updated after the match - 15 November, 2026)

Frequently Asked Questions

India are favourites and are predicted to beat New Zealand

India are predicted to win the toss and opt to bat first.

Bay Oval is traditionally known for its good batting surfaces, offering consistent bounce and carry. Fast bowlers may find some assistance with the new ball, particularly in the opening overs.

Tim Seifert, Virat Kohli and Arshdeep Singh are the key players to watch

India have a 55% win probability, while New Zealand have a 45% chance

Match Tips

  • High Scoring Match 190+
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Bhupender Sharma
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I am Bhupender Sharma, a cricket analyst, match prediction writer, and fantasy cricket expert with 7+ years of experience. I cover domestic and international cricket, global T20 leagues, and the Indian Premier League (IPL), and have previously worked with CricTracker, KhelTalk, and Sportsdunia.

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