Playing at the Playing at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati, it was Abhishek Sharma’s 12-ball fifty that sealed the deal for the hosts as they won the series 3-0 with T20 World Cup less than two weeks away. 

IND vs NZ: Abhishek's blitzkrieg sweeps New Zealand in Guwahati, India pocket T20I series 3-0

On the first ball of the sixth over, Jasprit Bumrah’s perfectly delivered ball got the better of Tim Seifert as he was dismissed for 12 off 11.

Watch: Jasprit Bumrah makes hallmark return, scalps Tim Seifert on first ball in Guwahati

This was India’s sixth successful chase of 200 or more runs in T20 Internationals, the second-highest number after Australia, which has achieved this seven times.

IND vs NZ: India shatters Pakistan’s record with fastest 200-plus T20I chase

Playing on Friday (Jan 23) in Raipur, Suryakumar Yadav was given a huge helping hand by Ishan Kishan as he too returned to the Indian side with a statement 76 off 32 as the Men in Blue beat the Kiwis by seven wickets.

IND vs NZ: Ishan, Surya dazzle with bat as India chase record total in Raipur, take 2-0 lead in series

Ishan Kishan was dismissed for 76, but the damage was already done with the Men in Blue closing in on a win. Shivam Dube (unbeaten 36 off 18) scored the winning runs later as India won with 28 balls to spare to take a 2-0 lead in the series.

IND vs NZ: Ishan Kishan makes statement with bat, smashes 76 to justify selection

Sharma, the world’s number one T20 batter, hit eight sixes and five fours as India notched up 238-7 in 20 overs. It was the third highest T20 score against New Zealand.

Ind vs NZ: India Wins T20 Series Opener Against Black Caps by 48 Runs 

The 48-run win for India sees them lead 1-0 in the series as they made a perfect start to their final series before entering the T20 World Cup, which starts on Feb 7 on home soil.

IND vs NZ: Abhishek Sharma dazzles in Orange City as Men in Blue start 2026 T20I campaign on winning note

Playing at the Vidarbha Cricket Association (VCA) Stadium, Abhishek Sharma completed 5000 T20 runs and added another feather to his already impressive hat. 

IND vs NZ: Abhishek Sharma joins elite list with entertaining knock, narrowly misses out on hundred

Daryl Mitchell, who was named Player of the Series against India in the recently concluded ODI series, slammed two hundreds while missing out on another, giving a fine account of himself.

ICC Rankings: Impressive Daryl Mitchell topples Virat Kohli to take top spot for ODI batters

Badoni also spoke about sharing the dressing room with experienced players. He said he tries to learn as much as possible from the senior members of the squad, as their experience helps to improve his game.

'Got the benefit of being an all-rounder': Ayush Badoni on maiden India call-up

This story shows the top five players with most sixes in India vs New Zealand T20Is, highlighting power hitting, big shots, and exciting moments that made these matches thrilling for cricket fans.

From Rohit Sharma to Marin Guptill: 5 batters with most T20I sixes between India and New Zealand

As the third ODI between India and New Zealand approaching, here’s a look at the live streaming details for fans in India. 

IND vs NZ, 3rd ODI: When and where to watch India vs New Zealand match live streaming in India?

The Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga of Ujjain is a Hindu temple dedicated to Shiva and is one of the 12 Jyotirlingas, shrines said to be the most sacred abodes of Shiva. On the eve of the final ODI, Virat Kohli was seen taking blessings wearing a full sleeve T-shirt.

Watch: Virat Kohli seeks blessings at Ujjain's Mahakaleshwar Temple, chants 'Jai Shree Mahakal'

Team India can make changes to their 15-man provisional squad for the T20 World Cup until 31st January. However, changes after the deadline will be subject to ICC’s approval.

Washington Sundar out of New Zealand T20Is, likely to miss T20 World Cup - Report

Representing Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in IPL 2025, Ayush Badoni smashed 329 runs in 14 innings with a best of 74. With the ball, he was not effective and scalped two wickets, a feat slammed by the 1983 World Cup winner.

Indian legend questions selectors over Ayush Badoni's inclusion in NZ series, says 'has anyone even...'

Virat Kohli narrowly missed out on his 54th ODI ton Sunday (Jan 11) after he fell for 93 against New Zealand. With him ageing like a fine wine, here is a look at last five ODI innings of Virat Kohli. 

In Pics: Virat Kohli’s last 5 ODI innings, featuring two tons vs South Africa

Riding on an excellent 93-run knock from Virat Kohli, India chased a 301-run target in 49 overs to take a 1-0 lead in the three-match ODI series against New Zealand. 

IND vs NZ, 1st ODI: Virat Kohli 'out-shines' in Vadodara as Men in Blue kick start 2026 with win

Playing at the Baroda Cricket Association (BCA) Stadium in Vadodara, Bangladesh official Sharfuddoula Saikat took charge as the third umpire for the India vs New Zealand ODI. 

Bangladeshi umpire Sharfuddoula Saikat officiates in IND-NZ Vadodara ODI amid diplomatic tensions

Pant will now rest for a few weeks before reporting to the Centre of Excellence for further assessment and rehabilitation. Meanwhile, the team management will have to rethink their plans and name a replacement for him in the squad. 

IND vs NZ: Rishabh Pant ruled out of ODI series due to injury - Report

As the first ODI between India and New Zealand approaching, here’s a look at the live streaming details for fans in India.

IND vs NZ, 1st ODI: When and where to watch India vs New Zealand match live streaming in India?

Here is a look at five favourite ODI opponents for Virat Kohli for most hundreds scored. The list also features Australia who are one of Virat’s favourite opponents in the ODI format while New Zealand sit fifth in the standings. 

Meet Virat Kohli’s 5 favourite ODI opponents for most hundreds, New Zealand feature sit at fifth spot

From New Zealand to Australia, here is a look at Virat Kohli’s five favourite opponents in the ODI format as he takes field against the Kiwis starting on Sunday in a three-match ODI series. The list also features Sri Lanka, West Indies and South Africa. 

Meet Virat Kohli’s 5 favourite ODI opponents, New Zealand take THIS spot

Virat Kohli scored an unbeaten fifty in Sydney before smashing back-to-back hundreds in the South Africa ODI series. He also scored an unbeaten in the final ODI against South Africa, which saw him win Player of the Series. 

IND vs NZ, 1st ODI: Virat Kohli breaks sweat in Vadodara ahead of New Zealand series, shares pics on social media

Shreyas Iyer will also take over as the vice-captain of the Indian side with Shubman Gill set to lead in New Zealand ODI series. KL Rahul was the designated vice-captain in Iyer’s absence, while the former also took over the captain’s armband in the South Africa ODI series.

IND vs NZ: Shreyas Iyer passed fit for ODI series, set to join Indian squad on Friday

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IND vs NZ: Abhishek's blitzkrieg sweeps New Zealand in Guwahati, India pocket T20I series 3-0

Watch: Jasprit Bumrah makes hallmark return, scalps Tim Seifert on first ball

IND vs NZ: India shatters Pakistan’s record with fastest 200-plus T20I chase

IND vs NZ: Ishan, Surya dazzle with bat as India chase record total in Raipur

Ishan Kishan makes statement with bat, smashes 76 to justify selection

Ind vs NZ: India Wins T20 Series Opener Against Black Caps by 48 Runs

IND vs NZ: Abhishek dazzles with bat as India start 2026 T20I campaign with win

IND vs NZ: Abhishek Sharma joins elite list with entertaining knock in Nagpur

ICC Rankings: Daryl Mitchell topples Kohli to take top spot for ODI batters

'Got the benefit of being an all-rounder': Ayush Badoni on maiden India call-up

From Rohit to Guptill: 5 batters with most T20I sixes between IND and NZ

IND vs NZ, 3rd ODI: When and where to watch match live streaming in India?

Watch: Virat seeks blessings at Ujjain's Mahakaleshwar Temple ahead of 3rd ODI

Washington Sundar out of New Zealand T20Is, likely to miss T20 World Cup - Report

Indian legend questions selectors over Ayush Badoni's inclusion in NZ series

In Pics: Virat Kohli’s last 5 ODI innings, featuring two tons vs South Africa

IND vs NZ: Virat Kohli 'out-shines' as Men in Blue kick start 2026 with win

Bangladeshi umpire officiates in IND-NZ Vadodara ODI amid diplomatic tensions

IND vs NZ: Rishabh Pant ruled out of ODI series due to injury - Report

IND vs NZ, 1st ODI: When and where to watch match live streaming in India?

Virat Kohli’s 5 favourite ODI opponents for most hundreds

Meet Virat Kohli’s 5 favourite ODI opponents, New Zealand take THIS spot

IND vs NZ: Virat Kohli breaks sweat in Vadodara ahead of series opener

IND vs NZ: Shreyas Iyer passed fit for ODI series, set to join squad on Friday