India has already won two T20Is in the series, and Sunday’s match could seal the series for Suryakumar Yadav and Co. The skipper returned to form and scored a fifty after 2024, while Ishan Kishan too scored his first since his comeback since 2023. So, all in all, the hosts are placed perfectly in the series.
Match Details
Match: India vs New Zealand — 3rd T20I
Date & Time: January 25, 2026 | 7 PM IST
Venue: Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati
Live Streaming: JioHotstar
India vs New Zealand Head-to-Head
The two teams have faced off 27 times till now and India has been the more consistent side. They have won 14 matches, while the Kiwis have won 10 times, while three have been no results. India is of course, the side to beat.
Total matches played: 27
India won: 14
South Africa won: 10
Pitch report
IT could be one of the more equal contests between the bat and the ball, but then at some point, the dew will come into play. So, perhaps, the captains will opt to bowl first on the Guwahati surface. Expect a high-scoring game again.
IND vs NZ key players
India
Suryakumar Yadav – Has returned to top form, and Kiwis could experience the very best of him. His strike-rate would be an issue for the opposition.
Ishan Kishan – The keeper-batter was excellent in the last match, and this could be a difficult situation for NZ, who are 0-2 down in the series.
New Zealand
Glenn Phillips: Right from the ODI series, his form has been good. He should be looking to make the most, in this match.
Win Probability (Estimated)
India: ~70–75%
New Zealand: ~25–30%
Match Prediction: Who will win?
Prediction: India to win
The scales are tilted heavily in favor of India. Guwahati could be a tricky pitch, and India should have an advantage,
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