IND vs NZ Dream11 Prediction Today Match 1st ODI: Playing XI, Pitch Report, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Dream11 Team Captain And Vice-Captain Choices – India Tour Of New Zealand, 2026

Match Preview And Pre-Toss Note

IND vs NZ Dream11 Prediction starts with a new format. India and New Zealand now move from T20Is to a 50-over match at Eden Park. New Zealand won the last T20I by seven wickets, but that result is not ODI form.

The first ODI starts on Wednesday, 4 November 2026. First ball is at 3:00 PM in Auckland. That is 7:30 AM IST. The toss, weather, and final XIs are not known yet.

India have a deep first-three-ODI squad. Nitish Kumar Reddy is listed only for this first ODI. New Zealand have a separate first-three-ODI group. The final team needs an official check after the toss.

Match Details

Team Form

India Recent T20I Form

These are T20I results only. They do not prove ODI form.

India showed strong batting in Wellington. Their last two T20I losses also show why the ODI plan needs balance. The longer format gives their top order more time, but the new ball can still change the match fast.

New Zealand Recent T20I Form

These are T20I results only. They do not prove ODI form.

New Zealand finished the T20I series with two wins. Glenn Phillips made 107 in the fourth match. The ODI squad changes the setting, so that knock is a watch point, not a promise.

Pitch Report And Fantasy Impact

Eden Park has a short recent ODI result sample. The five most recent completed men’s ODIs listed for the ground run from 2017 to 2025. The source lists match results, but it does not give one verified ODI average score here.

This five-match sample does not support a fixed pitch label. For fantasy planning, keep top-order batters and players with two skills in your first draft. Add fast bowlers only after the final XI is clear. The Eden Park T20I pitch report is a different-format guide and should not be read as ODI data.

Head-to-Head

The recent official series has India and New Zealand trading results in T20Is. Their last completed ODI at Eden Park in the ground record was on 25 November 2022. New Zealand won that match by seven wickets.

The older ODI record is useful for venue context only. It does not set the result for this 2026 match. Read the India vs New Zealand head-to-head page with the format and date in mind.

Probable Playing XIs — Not Confirmed

These are editorial XIs from the confirmed first-three-ODI squad pools. They are not team announcements.

India Probable XI

1. KL Rahul (WK)
2. Rohit Sharma
3. Shubman Gill (C)
4. Virat Kohli
5. Shreyas Iyer (VC)
6. Axar Patel
7. Nitish Kumar Reddy
8. Arshdeep Singh
9. Mohammed Siraj
10. Kuldeep Yadav
11. Auqib Nabi

New Zealand Probable XI

1. Tom Latham (WK)
2. Devon Conway
3. Will Young
4. Mark Chapman
5. Daryl Mitchell
6. Rachin Ravindra
7. Michael Bracewell
8. Mitchell Santner (C)
9. Matt Henry
10. Kyle Jamieson
11. Jacob Duffy

Six Provisional Dream11 Scenario Teams

These are editorial role bands. They are not app credits or confirmed availability. The best dream11 team can change after the final XI.

Team 1: Balanced Top Order

India’s top order controls the first innings and two all-rounders cover the middle overs.

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WK: KL Rahul, Tom Latham

BAT: Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Will Young

AR: Axar Patel, Rachin Ravindra

BOWL: Arshdeep Singh, Kuldeep Yadav, Matt Henry

Captain: Shubman Gill · Vice-Captain: Rachin Ravindra

Risk: The XI must include both named openers and enough pace at Eden Park.

Team 2: New-ball Pressure

New Zealand’s seam group strikes early and the middle order finishes the chase.

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WK: Ishan Kishan, Devon Conway

BAT: Shreyas Iyer, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Mark Chapman

AR: Nitish Kumar Reddy, Mitchell Santner, Daryl Mitchell

BOWL: Mohammed Siraj, Jacob Duffy, Kyle Jamieson

Captain: Mitchell Santner · Vice-Captain: Shreyas Iyer

Risk: This build needs the New Zealand all-rounders to contribute with the bat.

Team 3: India Middle-overs Control

India’s spin and pace attack slows New Zealand after a steady start.

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WK: KL Rahul, Devon Conway

BAT: Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Will Young, Mark Chapman

AR: Axar Patel, Michael Bracewell

BOWL: Arshdeep Singh, Mohammed Siraj, Kuldeep Yadav

Captain: Axar Patel · Vice-Captain: Devon Conway

Risk: There is less lower-order batting if the top four lose early wickets.

Team 4: New Zealand Home Script

New Zealand’s home all-rounders control the middle overs and finish strongly.

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WK: Ishan Kishan, Tom Latham

BAT: Shubman Gill, Shreyas Iyer, Mark Chapman

AR: Glenn Phillips, Rachin Ravindra, Mitchell Santner

BOWL: Auqib Nabi, Jacob Duffy, Blair Tickner

Captain: Mitchell Santner · Vice-Captain: Shubman Gill

Risk: Seven New Zealand picks leave little room if the match swings to India.

Team 5: India Batting Base

India’s experienced batters build a large total before the bowlers defend it.

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WK: KL Rahul

BAT: Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, Will Young, Mark Chapman

AR: Axar Patel, Nitish Kumar Reddy

BOWL: Arshdeep Singh, Matt Henry, Jacob Duffy

Captain: Virat Kohli · Vice-Captain: Axar Patel

Risk: The single-wicketkeeper setup depends on KL Rahul being selected.

Team 6: Spin And Chase Cover

The chase is paced by the top order while three all-rounders add cover.

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WK: Ishan Kishan, Devon Conway

BAT: Shubman Gill, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Will Young

AR: Axar Patel, Michael Bracewell, Mitchell Santner

BOWL: Kuldeep Yadav, Kyle Jamieson, Blair Tickner

Captain: Michael Bracewell · Vice-Captain: Kuldeep Yadav

Risk: This team needs the spin options to bowl enough overs.

Captain And Vice-Captain Choices

Shubman Gill is a safe top-order captain idea if India bat first and he is named. Rachin Ravindra offers batting and spin value in a balanced script. Mitchell Santner can help when the pitch gives spin a role. Kuldeep Yadav is a wicket-taking option if New Zealand use a longer batting order.

For an IND vs NZ Hero11 team, check the final XI first. Then check that the match is listed and that the app rules permit every selected player. No app role, credit, scoring, or availability check was made here.

Top 3 Player Battles

1. Shubman Gill vs Matt Henry: Gill may face the new ball. Henry can test him with movement and hard lengths. The battle depends on the first spell.
2. Rachin Ravindra vs Kuldeep Yadav: Both can shape the middle overs with spin and batting. Their impact may grow if the ball grips.
3. Glenn Phillips vs Axar Patel: Phillips attacks spin with power. Axar can slow the scoring and seek a mistake. This is a conditional matchup, not a direct career-stat claim.

Top Players To Look Out For

• Shubman Gill: He leads India’s first-three-ODI group. His opening role gives him time to build a long innings.
• Rachin Ravindra: He returns to the first three ODIs after a shoulder injury. His two-skill role adds balance.
• Mitchell Santner: He leads both New Zealand ODI groups. He can contribute with left-arm spin and lower-order batting.
• Glenn Phillips: He made 107 in the latest Eden Park T20I. ODI conditions and a new game plan still need a fresh read.
• Kuldeep Yadav: His wrist spin can matter in the middle overs. His selection must wait for the final XI.
• Nitish Kumar Reddy: BCCI lists him only for the first ODI. He can add a second skill if he plays.

Match Winner Prediction

New Zealand have the latest T20I momentum and home conditions. India have a strong first-three-ODI squad and more top-order experience. Our early view is a close match with a small lean towards New Zealand, but the final XI and toss can change that view.

This is an editorial view. It is not a match fact. Recheck the line-ups after the toss before making an IND vs NZ Fantasy team.

Frequently Asked Questions

When Is The IND Vs NZ 1st ODI?

The match is on Wednesday, 4 November 2026. It starts at 7:30 AM IST.

Where Will The IND Vs NZ 1st ODI Be Played?

The match will be played at Eden Park in Auckland.

Is The India Playing XI Confirmed?

No. The squad is confirmed, but the playing XI is not. Check the toss announcement.

What Is The IND Vs NZ Best Dream11 Team?

There is no final team before the XI. Use the six scenarios as a starting point. Remove any player who is not named.