New Zealand vs India Match Prediction, 3rd ODI - Who will win today's match?
Mitchell Santner, Shubman Gill (Source: X/@BCCI)
Published - 09 Nov 2026, 05:26 PM• Read time - 12 mins
After winning the first two matches on tricky wickets, India will look to seal the series as they take on New Zealand in the third ODI on Tuesday, November 10, at Seddon Park, Hamilton. Rain robbed fans of a nerve-wracking thriller as India registered a four-run victory via DLS in Wellington.
Chasing a low target of 135, the Men in Blue were reeling at 113/7 when rain interrupted the proceedings. While Indian bowlers have loved the seam-friendly conditions, the same can’t be said about the batters.
Apart from Virat Kohli in the first ODI, none of the Indian batters has looked comfortable in the middle. It’s a big reality check for the famed Indian batting lineup ahead of the ODI World Cup 2027 in Southern Africa.
On the other hand, the New Zealand batters also have a lot of questions to answer amid several injuries in their camp. The Mitchell Santner-led side has its back against the wall as they’re on the verge of losing their first ODI series since 2019, which was coincidentally against India.
New Zealand have since won 11 successive bilateral ODI series at home and it will be a herculean task for them to continue their unbeaten run, heading ahead into the series. However, rain could once again disturb the proceedings in the third ODI as well.
NZ vs IND Match Info
| Date | Fixture | Match No | Venue | Start time (Local time) |
| Tuesday, November 10 | New Zealand vs India | 3rd ODI | Seddon Park, Hamilton | 03:00 PM |
Seddon Park Stats (ODIs)
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Matches Played | 43 |
| Matches Won Batting First | 15 |
| Matches Won Bowling First | 25 |
| No Result | 3 |
| Average 1st Innings Score | 237 |
| Average 2nd Innings Score | 212 |
| Highest Total Recorded | 363/4 (50) by West Indies vs New Zealand, 2014 |
| Lowest Total Recorded | 92/10 (30.5) by India vs New Zealand, 2019 |
| Highest Score Chased | 348 [348/6 in 48.1 overs] by New Zealand vs India, 2020 |
| Lowest Score Defended | 210 by New Zealand vs India, 1981 |
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Seddon Park Pitch Report and Playing Conditions:
| Aspect | Batters | Pacers | Spinners |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall Assistance | Decent | Good | Good |
| Bounce | Good | Good | Moderate |
| Movement/turn | Good | Less after powerplay | Decent |
| Best Phase | Middle overs | With the new ball | Middle Overs |
NZ vs IND Head-to-Head record (ODIs)
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Matches Played | 125 |
| India | 65 |
| New Zealand | 52 |
| Tied | 1 |
| No Result | 7 |
New Zealand vs India Predicted Playing 11
New Zealand (NZ):
Will Young, Tim Seifert, Henry Nicholls, Daryl Mitchell, Glenn Phillips, Tom Latham (wk), Mitchell Santner (capt.), Nathan Smith, Kyle Jamieson, Matt Fisher/Kristian Clarke, Jacob Duffy
India (IND):
Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill (capt.), Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul (wk), Naman Dhir, Axar Patel, Anshul Kamboj, Auqib Nabi, Gurnoor Brar, Arshdeep Singh
Players to watch out for in NZ vs IND
Shubman Gill (IND):
The India captain hasn’t been able to leave his mark in the series yet, having registered scores of 37 and 0 in the two innings so far. Shubman Gill will be leaving the team after the third ODI to prepare for the Test series and will look to end the series on a high with a big knock.
Kyle Jamieson (NZ):
The towering speedster almost won the match for his team in the second ODI with a three-wicket haul. He will again pose a major threat for the Men in Blue in the upcoming fixture, with New Zealand desperate to save the series.
Today's Match Prediction: India to win
Disclaimer: This prediction is based on current form, team balance, and available match data. Cricket remains unpredictable, and actual results may vary.