After sealing the series with three straight wins, India return to Visakhapatnam with a different objective and that is to fine-tune combinations ahead of the T20 World Cup 2026. The fourth T20I against New Zealand, scheduled for Wednesday night, offers one of the final opportunities to iron out grey areas, with Sanju Samson’s form and bowling rotations firmly in focus.
Vizag has history with Indian comebacks. In November 2023, it hosted a high-scoring T20I against Australia just days after India’s ODI World Cup heartbreak. This time, the mood is very different. India look settled, confident, and ruthless, having out-batted New Zealand in all three games so far.
With Lockie Ferguson nearing a return and James Neesham settling in, New Zealand have something to look forward as well. They were clueless against India’s blitzkrieg in the first three games and hope fortunes turn their way tonight.
IND vs NZ 4th T20I: Match Information
- Match: India vs New Zealand, 4th T20I
- Series: IND vs NZ five-match T20I series
- Date: January 28, 2026 (Wednesday)
- Venue: ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam
- Toss: 6:30 PM IST
- Start Time: 7:00 PM IST
- Captains: Suryakumar Yadav (IND), Mitchell Santner (NZ)
Vizag pitch report: IND vs NZ
The ACA-VDCA Stadium is traditionally a good batting surface, though early swing is always in play due to the coastal conditions. The ground sits about 50 metres above sea level, aiding some movement with the new ball. The last T20I here saw India chase down 209 against Australia, and another high-scoring contest is likely. Dew is not expected to play a major role.
Vizag weather report
Clear conditions are forecast for the evening, with temperatures hovering around the mid-20s. Humidity will be present, but rain is not expected.
India vs New Zealand 4th T20I: Team News
India:
Axar Patel is expected to return after a hand injury scare. Hardik Pandya could be rested, while Arshdeep Singh and Varun Chakravarthy are in contention as part of the rotation.
Probable XI:
Sanju Samson (wk), Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan, Suryakumar Yadav (c), Hardik Pandya/Axar Patel, Shivam Dube, Rinku Singh, Arshdeep Singh, Kuldeep Yadav, Varun Chakravarthy, Jasprit Bumrah
New Zealand:
Lockie Ferguson is close to a comeback, while Neesham is pushing for a spot. Daryl Mitchell may be promoted up the order to maximise his impact.
Probable XI:
Tim Seifert (wk), Devon Conway, Rachin Ravindra, Glenn Phillips, Daryl Mitchell, Mark Chapman, James Neesham, Mitchell Santner (c), Matt Henry, Lockie Ferguson, Ish Sodhi
IND vs NZ 4th T20I live streaming details
| Region | TV Broadcast | Live Streaming |
|---|---|---|
| India | Star Sports Network | JioHotstar App & Website |
| New Zealand | Sky Sport NZ | Sky Go |
| United Kingdom | TNT Sports | Discovery+ |
| USA | Willow TV | Willow TV Online |
India vs New Zealand Squads
India: Sanju Samson(w), Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan, Suryakumar Yadav(c), Shivam Dube, Hardik Pandya, Rinku Singh, Harshit Rana, Ravi Bishnoi, Kuldeep Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, Axar Patel, Shreyas Iyer, Varun Chakaravarthy, Arshdeep Singh
New Zealand: Devon Conway, Tim Seifert(w), Rachin Ravindra, Glenn Phillips, Mark Chapman, Daryl Mitchell, Mitchell Santner(c), Kyle Jamieson, Matt Henry, Ish Sodhi, Jacob Duffy, James Neesham, Michael Bracewell, Lockie Ferguson, Zakary Foulkes, Bevon Jacobs
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