IND vs NZ Today Match Prediction, 3rd T20I – Who Will Win? Top Batter and Top Bowler Picks | India vs New Zealand 2026
IND vs NZ Today Match Prediction 3rd T20I: India (IND) and New Zealand (NZ) are set to lock horns in the 3rd T20I of the New Zealand Tour of India 2026. If you are searching for India vs New Zealand Today Match Prediction, you’re in the right place.
The high-voltage clash will be played on Sunday, January 25, at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati, India.
IND vs NZ 3rd T20I Cricket Match Prediction (Pre-Match)
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Winner Prediction | India is to win this match. |
| Most Runs | Abhishek Sharma (IND), Glenn Phillips(NZ) |
| Most Wickets | Varun Chakravarthy (IND), Jacob Duffy (NZ) |
| Most SIX | India to hit more sixes |
| Most 4s | India to hit more 4s |
| Fantasy Tips | IND vs NZ 3rd T20I Dream11 Prediction |
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IND vs NZ 3rd T20I Cricket Match Prediction – Team Analysis
India (IND) Team Analysis
India currently holds a dominant position in the series, having won two consecutive matches. They won the second T20I against New Zealand by 7 wickets on the back of Skipper Surya Kumar Yadav, who played a blistering inning of 82 runs off 37 balls, supported by left-hander Ishan Kishan, who added 76 runs off 32 balls. In the bowling section, Kuldeep Yadav took two wickets.
India Team Strength Players:
Abhisek Sharma is a fearless young opener who looks completely energetic in the current series.
Suryakumar Yadav has returned to his form and played an important role in India’s victory in the last T20I.
Ishan Kishan is India’s most reliable batter. He was awarded Player of the Match in the last game.
Hardik Pandya, a solid all-rounder, who has scored 25 runs and taken 2 wickets in this series.
Kuldeep Yadav delivered an excellent spell of four overs, picking up 2 wickets for 35.
Also Read – IND vs NZ Dream11 Prediction (3rd T20I), in Raipur 2026
New Zealand (NZ) Team Analysis
New Zealand face a must-win scenario to keep themselves alive in the current series after losing two consecutive matches. They lost their last match to India by 7 wickets. Skipper Mitchell Santner scored 47 runs off 27 balls, and Rachin Ravindra added 44 runs off 26 balls. In the bowling, Matt Henry, Ish Sodhi, and Jacob Duffy picked up one wicket each.
New Zealand Team Strength:
Glenn Phillips is the leading run scorer for the NZ side, scoring 97 at an average of 48.50.
Tim Seifert provided a quick start at the top of the order, scoring 24 runs off 13 balls.
Rachin Ravindra played a crucial knock of 44 runs off 26 balls in the last outing.
Mitchell Santner, the skipper, had showcased his batting ability and played a responsible inning of 47 runs off 27.
Jacob Duffy is the strike bowler. He has already bagged 3 wickets in two matches.
IND vs NZ 3rd T20I Match Details & Live Streaming:
| Match No. | IND vs NZ 3rd T20I |
| Tournament | New Zealand Tour of India 2026 |
| Date & Time | Sunday, January 25, 7:00 PM IST |
| Venue | Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati, India. |
| Live Streaming | Star Sports Network |
India vs New Zealand: Probable Playing 11
India Probable XI:
Sanju Samson (WK), Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan, Surya Kumar Yadav, Hardik Pandya, Shivam Dube, Rinku Singh, Harshit Rana, Arshdeep Singh, Kuldeep Yadav, Varun Chakaravarthy
New Zealand Probable XI:
Devon Conway, Tim Seifert (WK), Rachin Ravindra, Glenn Phillips, Mark Chapman, Daryl Mitchell, Zakary Foulkes, Mitchell Santner, Matt Henry, Ish Sodhi, Jacob Duffy
Also read – IND vs NZ 2ND ODI Player Battles Head to Head & Team Stats
India vs New Zealand 3rd T20I, Players To Watch Out for
Who will be the top run scorers for India today?
Surya Kumar Yadav is our pick to top-score for India.
| Player | MAT | INNS | NO | RUNS | HS | AVG | BF | SR | 100s | 50s | 6s | 4s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Surya Kumar Yadav | 2 | 2 | 1 | 114 | 82 | 114.00 | 59 | 193.22 | – | 1 | 5 | 13 |
| 2. Abhishek Sharma | 2 | 2 | – | 84 | 84 | 42.00 | 36 | 233.33 | – | 1 | 8 | 5 |
| 3. Ishan Kishan | 2 | 2 | – | 84 | 76 | 42.00 | 37 | 227.03 | – | 1 | 4 | 13 |
Who will be the top run scorers for New Zealand today?
Glenn Phillips is our pick to top-score for New Zealand.
| Player | MAT | INNS | NO | RUNS | HS | AVG | BF | SR | 100s | 50s | 6s | 4s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Glenn Phillips | 2 | 2 | – | 97 | 78 | 48.50 | 53 | 183.02 | – | 1 | 7 | 6 |
| 2. Mitchell Santner | 2 | 2 | 2 | 67 | 47 | – | 40 | 167.50 | – | – | 1 | 8 |
| 3. Mark Chapman | 2 | 2 | – | 49 | 39 | 24.50 | 37 | 132.43 | – | – | 2 | 4 |
Who will pick the most wickets for India in the match?
Pick: Varun Chakaravarthy to take the most wickets for India.
| Player | MAT | INNS | OVR | RUNS | WK | BBI | AVG | ECN | SR | 4W | 5W | MD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Shivam Dube | 2 | 2 | 4 | 35 | 3 | 2/28 | 11.67 | 8.75 | 8.00 | – | – | – |
| 2. Varun Chakaravarthy | 2 | 2 | 8 | 72 | 3 | 2/37 | 24.00 | 9.00 | 16.00 | – | – | – |
| 3. Kuldeep Yadav | 1 | 1 | 4 | 35 | 2 | 2/35 | 17.50 | 8.75 | 12.00 | – | – | – |
Who will pick the most wickets for New Zealand in the match?
Pick: Jacob Duffy to take the most wickets for New Zealand.
| Player | MAT | INNS | OVR | RUNS | WK | BBI | AVG | ECN | SR | 4W | 5W | MD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Jacob Duffy | 2 | 2 | 8 | 65 | 3 | 2/27 | 21.67 | 8.13 | 16.00 | – | – | – |
| 2. Ish Sodhi | 2 | 2 | 6 | 72 | 2 | 1/34 | 36.00 | 12.00 | 18.00 | – | – | – |
| 3. Kyle Jamieson | 1 | 1 | 4 | 54 | 2 | 2/54 | 27.00 | 13.50 | 12.00 | – | – | – |
India vs New Zealand, Which Team Will score more sixes?
We expect India to hit more sixes in this match
India vs New Zealand, Which Team Will score more fours?
We expect India to hit more fours in this match.
Who will win today’s IND vs NZ 3rd T20I match?
India has a more experienced and talented squad and also benefits from home conditions, which makes them look like the more balanced side. Additionally, Surya Kumar Yadav and Abhishek Sharma are in fine form, which is a good sign for them.
Prediction: MyFinal11 expert is backing India to win this match.
Disclaimer: This prediction is based on player stats, form, and match conditions. Cricket is unpredictable; consider other factors before making decisions.
