India are back on the field with a fresh challenge as they begin their five-match T20 International series against New Zealand on January 21, 2026. After losing the ODI series, the focus now shifts to the shortest format, where both teams see this series as a crucial rehearsal ahead of the T20 World Cup 2026.
Led by Suryakumar Yadav, the Indian side will look to bounce back strongly against a confident New Zealand team captained by Mitchell Santner. Fans can expect an aggressive brand of cricket, with plenty at stake for both sides.
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When is the IND vs NZ 1st T20I?
The first T20I between India and New Zealand will be played on Tuesday, January 21, 2026.
Where will the 1st T20I be played?
The match will take place at the Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium, Nagpur, a venue known for good batting conditions and lively evening games.
Match timing and toss details
The IND vs NZ 1st T20I will begin at 7:00 PM IST, while the toss is scheduled for 6:30 PM IST.
Who are the captains for the T20I series?
India will be led by Suryakumar Yadav, while Mitchell Santner will captain New Zealand for the five-match series.
IND vs NZ 1st T20I live telecast details
Fans can watch the live telecast of the match on the Star Sports Network across multiple language feeds.
IND vs NZ 1st T20I live streaming: Where to watch online?
The live streaming of the India vs New Zealand first T20I will be available on the JioHotstar app and website. Mobile users can stream the match for free, subject to platform terms and active internet access.
Full schedule of IND vs NZ T20I series
- 1st T20I: India vs New Zealand – Nagpur
- 2nd T20I: India vs New Zealand – Raipur
- 3rd T20I: India vs New Zealand – Guwahati
- 4th T20I: India vs New Zealand – Visakhapatnam
- 5th T20I: India vs New Zealand – Thiruvananthapuram
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India squad for T20I series
Suryakumar Yadav (Captain), Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson (WK), Shreyas Iyer (first three T20Is), Hardik Pandya, Shivam Dube, Axar Patel (Vice-captain), Rinku Singh, Jasprit Bumrah, Harshit Rana, Arshdeep Singh, Kuldeep Yadav, Varun Chakravarthy, Ishan Kishan (WK), Ravi Bishnoi.
New Zealand squad for T20I series
Mitchell Santner (Captain), Michael Bracewell, Mark Chapman, Devon Conway (WK), Jacob Duffy, Jack Foulkes, Matt Henry, Kyle Jamieson, Bevon Jacobs, Rachin Ravindra, Tim Robinson, Daryl Mitchell, James Neesham, Glenn Phillips, Ish Sodhi.
With both teams treating this series as their final major test before the T20 World Cup, the opening match in Nagpur promises high intensity, big hits, and a clear intent from ball one.
