IND vs NZ 1st T20I Dream11 Prediction, in Nagpur, January 21, 2026 – Fantasy Tips, Playing11, Pitch Report
IND vs NZ 1st T20I Dream11 Prediction Today: In the 1st T20I of the New Zealand tour of India 2026, India and New Zealand lock horns at Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium, Jamtha, Nagpur on January 21, 2026, at 7:00 PM IST. Here’s our breakdown of IND vs NZ Dream11 fantasy prediction, playing 11 details, pitch report, and expert picks to build your perfect team.
Match Details – IND vs NZ
| Team | India (IND) vs New Zealand (NZ) |
| Competition | New Zealand tour of India 2026 |
| Date & Time | January 21, 2026, 7:00 PM |
| Venue | Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium, Jamtha, Nagpur |
| Live Stream | JioHotstar (App & Website), Sony Sports Network |
| Scorecard | IND vs NZ Live Score |
IND vs NZ Match Preview & Recent Records
In the last 10 T20I matches played between India and New Zealand, India has been the dominant side with 7 wins (including 2 Super Over victories) compared to New Zealand’s 2 wins, with one match ending in a Tie.
| Matches | IND Won | NZ Won | No Result | Tied |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Last 25 | 14 | 10 | 0 | 1 |
| Last 10 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
India Team Preview & Recent Records
Recent Form (T20Is): W-L-W-W-W (3-1 series win vs South Africa; 2-1 series win vs Australia).
India won by 30 runs against IND vs SA. In that match, N. Tilak Varma delivered a solid performance, scoring 73 runs in 42 balls, while Hardik Pandya added 63 runs off 25 balls. On the bowling side, Varun Chakaravarthy and Jasprit Bumrah picked up 4 and 2 wickets respectively.
Sanju Samson and Abhishek Sharma are expected to open the innings, while Ishan Kishan will follow them at No. 3 for IND.
Suryakumar Yadav (C), Hardik Pandya, and Shivam Dube will anchor the middle order and look to control the innings.
Rinku Singh and Axar Patel will provide finishing firepower in the lower middle order.
Arshdeep Singh and Jasprit Bumrah are likely to start the proceedings with the ball and look for early breakthroughs.
Varun Chakaravarthy, Ravi Bishnoi, and Hardik Pandya will be used through the middle phases of the innings to keep control and pick up wickets.
Abhishek Sharma and Shivam Dube can also be effective as additional bowling options.
New Zealand Team Preview & Recent Records
Recent Form (T20Is): W-W-L-W-W (3-1 series win vs West Indies; 2-1 series win vs England).
New Zealand won by 8 wickets against NZ vs WI. In that match, Devon Conway played a brilliant knock, scoring 47 runs in 42 balls, while Tim Robinson added 45 runs off 24 balls. On the bowling side, Jacob Duffy and Jimmy Neesham picked up 4 and 2 wickets respectively.
Devon Conway and Tim Robinson are expected to open the innings, while Rachin Ravindra will follow them at No. 3 for NZ.
Daryl Mitchell, Glenn Phillips, and Mark Chapman will anchor the middle order and look to control the innings.
James Neesham and Mitchell Santner (C) will provide finishing firepower in the lower middle order.
Matt Henry and Kyle Jamieson are likely to start the proceedings with the ball and look for early breakthroughs.
Mitchell Santner, Ish Sodhi, and Kristian Clarke will be used through the middle phases of the innings to keep control and pick up wickets.
Glenn Phillips and Rachin Ravindra can also be effective as additional spin bowling options on the slow Nagpur track.
IND vs NZ Predicted Playing11 & Key Players
| IND Probable XI | NZ Probable XI |
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Key Performers For India
- Top Batters: Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan
- Top Bowlers: Varun Chakaravarthy, Arshdeep Singh
Key Performers For New Zealand
- Top Batters: Daryl Mitchell, Devon Conway
- Top Bowlers: Jacob Duffy, Mitchell Santner
IND vs NZ Pitch Report & Weather Update for Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium, Jamtha, Nagpur
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Pitch Condition | Balanced |
| Batting Condition | Average |
| Pace Bowling Condition | Good |
| Spin Bowling Condition | Excellent |
India vs New Zealand Player Stats & Record 2026
IND vs NZ 1st T20I Dream11 Team Prediction 2026
Captain/Vice-Captain Suggestions
For Small League
Hardik Pandya, Daryl Mitchell, Abhishek Sharma, and Axar Patel will be good options.
For Grand League
Players like Varun Chakaravarthy, Mitchell Santner, Rachin Ravindra, and Ishan Kishan will be good differential picks.
FAQ – IND vs NZ Quick Summaries
Which are the Key Players for India (IND)?
Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan, Varun Chakaravarthy, and Arshdeep Singh will be the key players for Team IND.
Which are the Key Players for New Zealand (NZ)?
Daryl Mitchell, Devon Conway, Jacob Duffy, and Mitchell Santner will be the key players for Team NZ.
What’s the pitch report for Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium, Jamtha, Nagpur?
VCA Stadium features a slow, low surface that significantly favours spinners. Batting is difficult as the ball grips, making a 150+ total competitive. Teams winning the toss often bat first.
Who are the best captain/vice-captain picks for today’s IND vs NZ match?
Hardik Pandya, Daryl Mitchell, Abhishek Sharma, and Axar Patel will be good options for C/VC.
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