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The fifth T20I match will be held on the 31st at the ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, VisakhapatnamYingshi India will clash with New Zealand in January at 7:00 PM IST amid growing excitement.
Get the best IND vs NZ Dream11 predictions, fantasy cricket tips, likely line-ups and match insights for the 5th T20I The race for the 2026 Tour of India in New Zealand. Expert analysis and more.
IND vs NZ match preview:
India and New Zealand will play the fifth and final T20I on the 31stYingshi Taking place in January 2026 at the Greenfield International Stadium, Thiruvananthapuram, the series currently stands at 3-1 against India. In the fourth T20I at Visakhapatnam, New Zealand opened the scoring with a batting average of 215/7 on the back of a strong innings from Tim Seifert (62) and Devon Conway (44) before defeating India by 165 runs as New Zealand won by 50 runs. The result ended India’s winning streak and set the stage for the final.
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In that match, Shivam Dube scored a quick 23-ball 65 for India but the other batsmen failed to make a big contribution and Mitchell Santner took three wickets to trouble the Indian team. Therefore, New Zealand will enter the fifth T20I with full confidence after a strong rebound in the fourth game.
The Indian team, on the other hand, is hoping to finish the series on a high note before the upcoming T20 World Cup, with key players such as Suryakumar Yadav, Hardik Pandya, Abhishek Sharma and others set to play a crucial role in the final. Instead, New Zealand’s batting line-up, led by Devon Conway and Tim Seifert, will aim to repeat their strong performance.
The fifth T20I therefore promises another exciting match, with India trying to seal the series and New Zealand looking to equalize in the final game.
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IND vs. NZ head-to-head record:
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team |
win the game |
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India |
18 |
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New Zealand |
10 |
IND vs NZ Weather and Pitch Report:
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temperature |
20℃ |
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weather forecast |
clear sky |
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pitching behavior |
batting friendly |
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most suitable |
pace |
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Average score in first inning |
185 |
Chase team record:
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Record |
OK |
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Winning rate % |
69% |
IND vs NZ 11-a-side match (prediction):
India hits 11:
1) Abhishek Sharma
2) Tri-State Samson (week)
3) Suryakumar Yadav
4) Linku Singh
5) Hardik Pandya
6) Shivam Dubey
7) Ishan Kishan
8) Ravi Bishnoi
9) Arshdeep Singh
10) Harshit Rana
11) Jasprit Bumrah
New Zealand playing 11:
1) Devin Conway
2) Tim Seifert (week)
3)Rachin Ravindra
4) Darryl Mitchell
5) Glenn Phillips
6) Mark Chapman
7) Mitchell Santner
8) Jacob Duffy
9) Ish Sodhi
10) Matt Henry
11) Zachary Fox
Top picks predictions and fantasy cricket tips for IND vs NZ Dream11:
Captain’s Picks:
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Suryakumar Yadav – The right-handed batsman for Team India, he has enjoyed a productive series so far, finishing with 179 runs with smooth batting and strong mid-order control. |
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Abhishek Sharma – At the top of India’s batting order, he has amassed 159 runs in the series so far through aggressive strokeplay and constant pressure to score runs. |
Top picks:
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Tim Seifert – Representing New Zealand as a right-handed wicketkeeper-batsman, he has contributed 98 runs in the ongoing series, providing agile scoring and reliable support behind the stumps. |
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Mitchell Santner – A left-hand batsman and left-arm orthodox spin bowler who has contributed to the New Zealand team, he has provided solid all-round returns with 108 runs and 4 wickets in the series so far, adding balance and control to both events. |
Budget options:
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Arshdeep Singh – A left-arm medium-fast bowler, he strengthens the Indian bowling unit, providing swing, accuracy and a constant wicket-taking threat at crucial stages of the innings. |
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Rachin Ravindra – A left-hand batsman who leads New Zealand’s top-order batsmen, he provides stability and smooth batting while managing the early stages with composure and control. |
IND vs NZ New Zealand 2026 India Tour Captain and Vice-Captain Selection:
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team leader |
Abhishek Sharma & Suryakumar Yadav |
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Vice captain |
Tim Seifert and Mitchell Santner |
IND vs NZ Dream11 Prediction Team 1:
- Goalkeepers – Devon Conway, Tim Seifert (VC)
- Batsmen – Suryakumar Yadav, Daryl Mitchell, Abhishek Sharma ©
- All-rounders – Mitchell Santner, Hardik Pandya, Glenn Phillips, Shivam Dubey
- Bowlers – Jasprit Bumrah, Jacob Duffy
IND vs NZ Dream11 Prediction Team 2:
- Goalkeeper – Tim Seifert
- Batsmen – Suryakumar Yadav©, Daryl Mitchell, Rachin Ravindra, Abhishek Sharma
- All-rounders- Mitchell Santner (VC), Hardik Pandya, Glenn Phillips
- Bowlers – Jasprit Bumrah, Jacob Duffy, Arshdeep Singh
IND vs NZ Dream11 Today Prediction Match 5th T20I New Zealand India Tour 2026 Players to avoid:
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player |
Dream 11 Producers |
Dream11 points (last game) |
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Linku Singh |
8.0 credits |
That |
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Tim Robinson |
7.5 credits |
dinitrophenol |
IND vs NZ Dream11 Today’s Prediction Match 5th T20I New Zealand Tour of India 2026 Expert Advice:
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SL captain selection |
Abhishek Sharma |
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GL captain selection |
Suryakumar |
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Punt Picks |
ashdeep singh and rachin ravendra |
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Dream 11 combination |
2-3-4-2 |
IND vs NZ Match Winner Prediction:
Judging from the team composition and recent performance, India is expected to be the leader in this game.
