India Clinch T20I Series 3-2 Despite New Zealand’s Late Fightback, Preview - ODI series

 



New Zealand defeated India by seven wickets in the fifth and final T20I at Hamilton on November 1, 2026, but India secured the series 3-2. Batting first, India posted 191/8, with Ishan Kishan scoring 61 and Shreyas Iyer contributing a brisk 50. Tim Seifert smashed 93 off 50 balls, while Glenn Phillips remained unbeaten on 65 off 38 deliveries as New Zealand chased down the target in just 18 overs, finishing at 195/3.

T20I Series Review: India Dominate Early, New Zealand Finish Strong

India won the first three matches to establish an unassailable lead, showcasing their explosive batting and aggressive approach. However, New Zealand bounced back emphatically, winning the final two games, including a commanding 87-run victory in the fourth T20I. Glenn Phillips was a standout performer, accumulating a record 341 runs across the bilateral T20I series. India will look to address their bowling inconsistencies, while New Zealand will draw confidence from their strong finish. Both teams need to upgrade their fielding . India thinktank however should be happy the way their batters performed .

ODI Series Preview: India and New Zealand Prepare for a Fresh Battle

The five-match ODI series begins on November 4 at Eden Park, Auckland, with India aiming to carry their T20I success into the 50-over format. Shubman Gill will lead India in the first three matches, while Shreyas Iyer is set to captain the side in the final two. The return of experienced stars Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli adds considerable strength to India's batting line-up. New Zealand, led by Mitchell Santner, will rely on home conditions, disciplined bowling and the all-round abilities of Glenn Phillips and Daryl Mitchell. With the 2027 ODI World Cup approaching, the series offers both teams an important opportunity to assess combinations, strengthen their middle order and fine-tune their bowling attacks. The remaining matches will be played in Wellington on November 7, Hamilton on November 10, and Mount Maunganui on November 13 and 15.


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