New Zealand National Cricket Team Vs India National Cricket Team Stats
New Zealand is an International Cricket Council full member with Test and One Day International (ODI) status, boasting excellent results against India in international cricket matches between these teams.
The New Zealand National Cricket Team Vs India National Cricket Team Stats provide detailed insights into individual players and results of matchups between these nations. In this article, we’ll highlight these results and detail who is participating.
| Date | Match | Result | Key Player Stats (India) | Key Player Stats (New Zealand) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Jan 2026 (3rd ODI) | NZ vs IND | New Zealand won by 41 runs | Virat Kohli – consistent runs | Daryl Mitchell – top scorer (series leader) |
| 14 Jan 2026 (2nd ODI) | NZ vs IND | New Zealand won by 7 wickets | India middle order contributed | NZ top order dominated chase |
| 11 Jan 2026 (1st ODI) | NZ vs IND | India won by 4 wickets | Virat Kohli – 93 runs (match-winning) | Conway & Nicholls – solid opening stand (ESPN.com) |
| 9 Mar 2025 (Champions Trophy Final) | IND vs NZ | India won by 4 wickets | Rohit Sharma – Player of the Match | NZ posted 251/7 competitive total |
| 2 Mar 2025 (Champions Trophy) | IND vs NZ | India won by 44 runs | Strong bowling + 249/9 total | NZ all out for 205 |
New Zealand’s record
New Zealand and India have enjoyed some of the most riveting Test cricket matches ever seen, boasting of some unforgettable Test matches in which New Zealand prevailed.
Their rivalry features impressive stats, epic battles and unforgettable individual performances from both sides – while New Zealanders are widely respected for their fierce competitive spirit and never-say-die attitude that shines through when facing top sides worldwide.
New Zealand boast an outstanding record against India in ODIs and T20Is, though their Test record has been far less impressive. Still, they have found success reaching major tournament finals; including 2021 World Cup where they tied England in an exciting encounter that went down to the wire.
And their record in World Cup semi-finals against India is stellar: four out of nine victories have come at their hands including an historic win at Manchester Cricket Ground in 2019 that ended their dominance of that competition.
New Zealand have prevailed against India in ODIs by winning 22 out of 65 matches played, while the remaining 23 ended either tied or defeated.
Their home conditions have played a huge part in their success; particularly their seam bowlers’ lethal performance on green pitches such as Christchurch Test in 2020 when Trent Boult and Tim Southee displayed stellar bowling skills.
Regarding T20Is, New Zealand have come out on top in 17 out of the 31 matches against India so far – six ending either as draws or defeats for India – while only losing once at home against them. They have particularly excelled when facing India at home where they have won all but one game against them.
New Zealand cricket teams have long been dominant contenders at ICC Trophy events, winning it twice (2000 and 2021). Furthermore, domestically they have claimed numerous trophies, such as Domestic Super League and New Zealand Cup trophies.
India’s record
India-New Zealand rivalry in cricket has long been one of the greatest and is often marked by fierce competition, respect, and sportsmanship. Both teams meet often across multiple formats such as Tests, ODIs, and T20Is with India holding an edge due to previous encounters; however New Zealand often makes surprise appearances at major ICC events, like playing England this year in an ODI World Cup semi-final match which presents New Zealand with another formidable test against this strong opposition.
India and New Zealand have met 65 times in Test cricket; India have won 22 while 27 have ended in draws or no result. Home conditions have played an essential part in this rivalry; both teams dominating at their respective home grounds; with India’s spinners particularly effective against New Zealand batsmen while R Ashwin proving an extra source of difficulty with his ability to spin both ways and provide both momentum swing and wicket-keeping support – something Ashwin particularly excels at doing!
India may boast the stronger overall record, but New Zealand is quickly proving their dominance at international cricket tournaments. At the 2019 ODI World Cup, New Zealand shocked Indian fans who expected their team to dominate Australia in the final.
New Zealand defeated India 3-0 during the 2021 T20 World Cup to capture their inaugural Test series there and reach an ICC event final for three consecutive tournaments – an unprecedented achievement by any means! This was no small feat and marks an extraordinary accomplishment by their Black Caps team who now have reached three tournament finals consecutively.
On 17 October, India and New Zealand will meet again for a Test match at Bengaluru Cricket Stadium. Both sides have high expectations of this encounter and it promises to be an engaging contest;
New Zealand have an excellent track record when it comes to Test cricket while India have plenty of talented players that could turn the tide of this match-up. Each side will look to win this test to maintain momentum heading into later season games.
India’s highest score
New Zealand is a popular tourist destination and boasts several beautiful cricket grounds where international matches take place. New Zealand Cricket manages and ranks highly the Black Caps team which competes in Test, One Day International (ODI) and Twenty20 International (T20I) tournaments.
The Black Caps made their Test cricket debut in 1930 as the fifth country to do so, becoming fifth country to enter international tournaments. While their early years were challenging and it took them 45 matches and 26 years until they recorded their first victory – this victory being their inaugural World Cup victory in 2021 and reaching finals of both 2015 and 2019 ODI World Cups respectively. Since then they have enjoyed success, winning many significant victories – the 2015 ODI World Cup tournament victory being amongst them and winning numerous important matches since then; more recently winning their inaugural World Cup victory which happened as soon after as well as reaching finals of both 2015 and 2019 ODI World Cups!
Current world number five, New Zealand are currently fifth in Test cricket and have won six of their last eight matches. Their bowlers have been particularly effective, and although it can be difficult to score runs against them, some batsmen have managed to do just that!
India are facing an immense task to save the second Test against New Zealand at Guwahati. South Africa have set an aggressive target of 549 runs in 108 overs for them to chase down; India must score plenty on the final day to save this match and score many runs fast if they want any chance at all of catching up with South Africa’s target – something unlikely given current batting conditions.
New Zealand cricket team is widely recognized for their ability to punch above their weight and be resourceful. Although one of the least-populated Test-playing nations, New Zealand has an enviable history of success in international cricket – winning four ODI World Cup finals and two T20 World Cup semi-finals; led by Tom Latham for Test cricket, Mitchell Santner in ODIs and T20s; as well as Daryl Mitchell who is currently World No.1 ODI batsman.
India’s lowest score
New Zealand is well known for “punching above its weight,” especially in Test cricket. Despite having only a relatively small population, they won the inaugural World Test Championship and made two finals of ICC World Cup tournament. Additionally, New Zealand excels at one-day internationals reaching finals in 2015 and 2019 ODI World Cups as well as four semi-finals across their first eight appearances in tournament.
They are currently ranked second in both ICC Test Rankings and ODI Rankings and considered one of the world’s finest teams. They play a variety of styles with many talented players such as batsmen Corey Anderson and Kane Williamson as well as fast bowlers Trent Boult and James Neesham; however, they still struggle to adapt to modern cricket’s rules as they lack a franchise-based T20 league in their area.
New Zealand was one of the premier teams for one-day matches during the 1980s, boasting exceptional batsmen like Colin Hadlee and Martin Crowe, which combined well as part of an effective team effort that yielded many wins, such as an outstanding win against Australia in Brisbane in 1985.
New Zealand became a full member of the International Cricket Council (ICC) and began competing in all forms of cricket tournaments that year, winning several important trophies such as the KnockOut Trophy (precursor to Champions Trophy) and inaugural World Test Championship; plus several One Day International (ODI) and T20 World Cup titles.
The Black Caps were established in 1930. Although they took until 1956 to win their inaugural Test match, their long track record of success in ODI and T20 World Cups (reaching finals 2015 and 2019 events respectively) and domestic tournament victories including winning both ICC Champions Trophy and ODI World Cup titles makes up for any tardiness.