India and New Zealand are set to lock horns once again, this time in the opening ODI of the three-match series as part of the New Zealand tour of India 2026. With the match scheduled for January 11 in Vadodara, fans across the country are eager to know where and how they can catch the action live—on TV, mobile, or online, without missing a ball.
India come into the series riding high on strong home form in ODIs, while New Zealand arrive with a relatively young squad but plenty of belief. Here’s everything you need to know about IND vs NZ live streaming, TV telecast, match timing, and venue details.
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India Aim to Start Strong at Home
The Indian team will be keen to continue its dominance in home conditions after a successful ODI series against South Africa earlier. The spotlight will be on the return of regular ODI captain Shubman Gill, who is back to lead the side.
There’s also anticipation around Shreyas Iyer, whose availability for the first ODI depends on last-minute fitness checks. If he plays, India’s middle order will get a significant boost.
New Zealand Back Youth, Trust Experience
New Zealand, meanwhile, have named a relatively inexperienced squad for the series. Injuries and workload management following their multi-format series against West Indies have forced the visitors to test their bench strength.
That said, the New Zealand cricket team will rely on senior players to guide the younger lot and stay competitive. The Blackcaps have enjoyed recent success in ODIs and won’t be short on confidence despite the challenges.
IND vs NZ 1st ODI: Live Telecast in India
Indian viewers can watch the first ODI live on television via the Star Sports Network.
The match will be telecast on:
- Star Sports 1
- Star Sports 1 Hindi
- Star Sports 1 Tamil
- Star Sports 1 Telugu
- Star Sports 1 Kannada
IND vs NZ Free Live Streaming in India
For online viewers, the live streaming of the IND vs NZ 1st ODI will be available on Jio Hotstar, accessible through both the app and official website.
Users can watch the match on mobile phones, laptops, tablets, and connected TVs. Several telecom plans from Jio, Airtel, and Vi also bundle access to live sports streaming.
Match Date, Time and Venue
- Date: January 11, 2026
- Time: 1:30 PM IST
- Venue: BCA Stadium
The Vadodara surface is expected to offer good batting conditions early on, with spinners coming into play as the match progresses.
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How to Watch IND vs NZ Live on Mobile
Fans can live stream the match directly on the Jio Hotstar app. The platform supports multiple devices, making it easy to switch between mobile and big screens without missing the action.
Why This Match Matters
India will want to stamp their authority early and take a 1–0 lead in the short series. New Zealand, on the other hand, will look to upset the hosts and prove that even a younger squad can compete at the highest level.
With two evenly matched sides, plenty of storylines, and star players on display, this opening ODI promises to be a solid start to the series—and one fans won’t want to skip.
