India vs New Zealand 2nd ODI 2026 Match Prediction – IND vs NZ Today Match Preview, Pitch Report & Toss Prediction

IND vs NZ Betting Tips

• India to win
• Rohit Sharma top batter
• Harshit Rana 2+ wickets
• Total runs over 300

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IND vs NZ Match Prediction & Analysis

India and New Zealand square off in the second ODI on Wednesday, with the hosts riding high after chasing down 301 runs in the opening game. That win was driven by a trademark Virat Kohli knock and calm finishing from KL Rahul.

However, Rajkot has not always been a happy hunting ground for India. They have lost 75% of their ODIs here, which adds an interesting layer to this India vs New Zealand today match prediction. New Zealand showed plenty of fight in the first ODI and will take confidence from the fact that they pushed India deep despite a few costly middle-over phases.

With the pitch expected to be flat and the weather perfect, this game sets up as another run-fest where execution under pressure, especially at the death could decide the result.

IND vs NZ Head to Head (ODIs)

IND vs NZ Team Previews

India

India continued their strong white-ball form in the first ODI, showing depth and composure in a pressure chase.

Their bowlers struggled early and again at the death, conceding 88 runs in the final 10 overs, but timely breakthroughs from Harshit Rana and solid spells from Mohammed Siraj kept the target manageable.

With the bat, Rohit Sharma provided a brisk start before falling to Kyle Jamieson. Shubman Gill and Virat Kohli then steadied the innings with a crucial 118-run partnership. Kohli’s 93 anchored the chase, while KL Rahul once again proved his value as a finisher.

There is some team news ahead of this match. Washington Sundar’s hamstring injury could force a change, with Nitish Kumar Reddy or Dhruv Jurel in line for a spot. India may also consider bringing in Arshdeep Singh to strengthen the death bowling.

IND Playing XI- Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill (c), Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul (wk), Ravindra Jadeja, Dhruv Jurel / Nitish Kumar Reddy, Harshit Rana, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna/Arshdeep Singh

New Zealand

New Zealand did many things right in the first ODI but couldn’t sustain their momentum.

Devon Conway and Henry Nicholls gave them a strong base with a 117-run opening stand. Daryl Mitchell then played the anchor role superbly, compiling a fluent 84. However, once again, the middle overs proved costly, with several batters getting starts but failing to convert.

With the ball, Kyle Jamieson was outstanding, claiming a career-best 4/41 and keeping New Zealand in the contest. In contrast, Adithya Ashok found life difficult on Indian soil, conceding heavily despite picking up a key wicket.

The visitors are expected to persist with the same combination, banking on improved fielding and tighter spells in the middle overs.

NZ Playing XI- Devon Conway, Henry Nicholls, Will Young, Daryl Mitchell, Glenn Phillips, Mitchell Hay (wk), Michael Bracewell (c), Zakary Foulkes, Kristian Clarke, Kyle Jamieson, Adithya Ashok

IND vs NZ Pitch Report

The Niranjan Shah Stadium is one of the most batter-friendly venues in India. It offers red-soil surface, consistent bounce and carry, fast bowlers get value early, spinners rely on discipline and average first-innings score: 324

Anything under 330 could be risky, while 350 is very much on the cards. This makes the IND vs NZ 2nd ODI pitch report a key factor pointing toward another high-scoring encounter.

IND vs NZ Weather Report

• Temperature: 27°C day, 16°C night
• Conditions: Clear sky
• Rain: 0%
• Wind: Light north-east breeze
• Dew Factor: Likely in the second innings

IND vs NZ Toss Prediction

Teams batting first have won all four ODIs played here. India itself has lost three matches at this venue while chasing. The numbers clearly favour setting a target and letting scoreboard pressure do the rest.

IND vs NZ Winning Prediction

India walks into this match with momentum, home advantage, and a deeper, more experienced bowling unit. Their batting line-up looks well-suited to Rajkot’s conditions, and New Zealand’s recent struggles against India in ODIs cannot be ignored.

While the Kiwis have the firepower to compete, especially through Jamieson and Mitchell, India’s overall balance and form give them the edge.

This India vs New Zealand 2nd ODI 2026 match prediction leans firmly toward the hosts, particularly if they win the toss and bat first on what promises to be another excellent surface for run-making.

Final Prediction: India to win.

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