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IND vs NZ Dream11 Prediction starts with India’s 3-0 lead. India won all three games by chasing. The third match was the biggest statement. Abhishek Sharma hit 113 from 38 balls. New Zealand still made 198/3. India chased it in only 13.2 overs.
New Zealand have strong batting form too. Daryl Mitchell made 89 not out in the last game. Glenn Phillips made 82 not out and 70 in the first two games. The fourth T20I is on 30 October 2026 at Eden Park, Auckland. This is a pre-toss guide. The final XI is not confirmed.
Match Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | India vs New Zealand, 4th T20I |
| Competition | India Tour Of New Zealand 2026 |
| Date | 30 October 2026 |
| Venue | Eden Park, Auckland |
| Start Time | 12:30 PM IST |
| GMT | 07:00 AM GMT |
| Local Time | 08:00 PM Auckland time |
| Match Format | 20 overs per side |
| Status | Toss and playing XI not confirmed |
India have won the first three matches and sealed the series. New Zealand will try to earn their first win. The fourth match is yet to be played.
Team Form And Recent Results
India Recent Results
| Date | Match | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Oct 2026 | 1st T20I | 230/6 chased 225/4 | 🟢 ✓ WIN by 4 wickets |
| 24 Oct 2026 | 2nd T20I | 181/6 chased 180/5 | 🟢 ✓ WIN by 4 wickets |
| 27 Oct 2026 | 3rd T20I | 199/4 chased 198/3 | 🟢 ✓ WIN by 6 wickets |
India’s batting has been steady in every chase. Sanju Samson made 67 from 33 balls in the first game. Tilak Varma made 51 not out from 26 in the second. Abhishek then made 113 from 38 in the third.
New Zealand Recent Results
| Date | Match | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Oct 2026 | 1st T20I | 225/4, lost to 230/6 | 🔴 ✕ LOSS by 4 wickets |
| 24 Oct 2026 | 2nd T20I | 180/5, lost to 181/6 | 🔴 ✕ LOSS by 4 wickets |
| 27 Oct 2026 | 3rd T20I | 198/3, lost to 199/4 | 🔴 ✕ LOSS by 6 wickets |
New Zealand have scored well but lost each game. Their bowlers have not stopped India’s chases. Mitchell Santner took 4/21 in the second game. He remains a key spin option.
For the previous match guide, see IND vs NZ 3rd T20I Dream11 Prediction.
Pitch Report
Eden Park has a small recent men’s T20I sample. The three latest completed matches were used here. New Zealand beat South Africa by eight wickets on 20 March 2026. New Zealand beat West Indies by three runs on 6 November 2025. West Indies beat New Zealand by seven runs on 5 November 2025.
This sample has two New Zealand wins and one West Indies win. A no-result against England on 23 October 2025 is left out. No reliable average score is available from this small result sample.
The results show that both chasing and defending can work. The pitch should be read again after the toss. Fantasy teams should favour top-order batters and bowlers who can take wickets. Spin can matter if the surface slows. These are match-planning ideas, not fixed pitch rules.
Read the full Eden Park T20I Pitch Report for the ground record context.
Head-To-Head
This section uses one clear scope. It covers the current five-match India Tour Of New Zealand 2026 T20I series. It includes only completed meetings before this match.
India lead this scope 3-0. India won the first T20I by four wickets. They won the second by four wickets. They won the third by six wickets. Older bilateral games and other competitions are not mixed into this count.
You can also read the IND vs NZ 2nd T20I Dream11 Prediction and the IND vs NZ 1st T20I Dream11 Prediction for the earlier series matchups.
Probable Playing XI
These are editorial candidates from the announced wider squads and recent scorecards. They are not confirmed playing XIs. The official team sheets and toss can change this list.
India candidate XI: Sanju Samson (wicketkeeper), Abhishek Sharma, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Shreyas Iyer, Tilak Varma, Axar Patel, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Arshdeep Singh, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Varun Chakaravarthy, Kuldeep Yadav.
New Zealand candidate XI: Tim Seifert (wicketkeeper), Finn Allen, Daryl Mitchell, Bevon Jacobs, Mark Chapman, Glenn Phillips, Mitchell Santner, Lockie Ferguson, Jacob Duffy, Zak Foulkes, Blair Tickner.
Lockie Ferguson was scheduled to rejoin for the last two T20Is. Josh Clarkson was also set to join for matches four and five. Matt Henry and Kyle Jamieson had workload notes. Their selection is not assumed here. Ishan Kishan’s inspected injury notice covered the second T20I only. His fourth-match status was not confirmed.
Dream11 Teams
These six cards are editorial scenarios. They are not app-verified teams. Check the final XI, toss, player roles and credits in the fantasy app before use.
IND Vs NZ Dream11 Prediction Team Notes
Team 1: Balanced Chase
Top-order chase with three all-rounders and two wicket-taking bowlers.
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WK: Sanju Samson, Tim Seifert
BAT: Abhishek Sharma, Tilak Varma, Finn Allen, Daryl Mitchell
AR: Axar Patel, Glenn Phillips, Mitchell Santner
BOWL: Arshdeep Singh, Varun Chakaravarthy
Captain: Abhishek Sharma · Vice-Captain: Glenn Phillips
Risk: Both top orders face new-ball risk.
Team 2: India Chase Push
India-led chase with extra batting cover and spin support.
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WK: Sanju Samson
BAT: Abhishek Sharma, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Shreyas Iyer, Finn Allen
AR: Axar Patel, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Glenn Phillips
BOWL: Arshdeep Singh, Jacob Duffy, Lockie Ferguson
Captain: Abhishek Sharma · Vice-Captain: Axar Patel
Risk: The seven-player India share needs a strong India innings.
Team 3: New Zealand Rebound
New Zealand top-order recovery with pace and middle-order depth.
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WK: Tim Seifert
BAT: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Finn Allen, Daryl Mitchell, Tilak Varma
AR: Glenn Phillips, Mitchell Santner
BOWL: Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Varun Chakaravarthy, Lockie Ferguson, Jacob Duffy
Captain: Daryl Mitchell · Vice-Captain: Glenn Phillips
Risk: New Zealand needs a strong top-order start.
Team 4: Bowling-Led Build
Four bowlers target wickets across the middle and final overs.
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WK: Sanju Samson, Tim Seifert
BAT: Tilak Varma, Daryl Mitchell, Mark Chapman
AR: Axar Patel, Mitchell Santner
BOWL: Arshdeep Singh, Varun Chakaravarthy, Kuldeep Yadav, Jacob Duffy
Captain: Mitchell Santner · Vice-Captain: Arshdeep Singh
Risk: The three-batter core gives less room for a batting collapse.
Team 5: New Zealand Underdog
New Zealand-led upset script with four bowling options.
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WK: Sanju Samson, Tim Seifert
BAT: Tilak Varma, Finn Allen, Daryl Mitchell
AR: Glenn Phillips, Michael Bracewell
BOWL: Arshdeep Singh, Lockie Ferguson, Jacob Duffy, Bhuvneshwar Kumar
Captain: Glenn Phillips · Vice-Captain: Daryl Mitchell
Risk: India’s recent chase record is the main threat.
Team 6: India Spin Control
India top-order control with spin coverage and late wickets.
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WK: Sanju Samson, Tim Seifert
BAT: Abhishek Sharma, Shreyas Iyer, Bevon Jacobs, Finn Allen
AR: Axar Patel, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Mitchell Santner
BOWL: Kuldeep Yadav, Varun Chakaravarthy
Captain: Abhishek Sharma · Vice-Captain: Kuldeep Yadav
Risk: The spin plan depends on grip and match-ups.
Captain And Vice-Captain Choices
Abhishek Sharma is a strong captain option if he opens. He made 113 from 38 in the third T20I. His risk is a quick wicket against the new ball.
Glenn Phillips is a useful captain choice in a New Zealand-led team. He made 82 not out and 70 in the first two matches. His risk is India’s spin attack in the middle overs.
Daryl Mitchell can be a vice-captain choice if he keeps his top-order role. He made 89 not out in the third T20I. His risk is Arshdeep Singh’s late-innings pace.
Mitchell Santner suits a bowling-led team if the pitch slows. He took 4/21 in the second game. His risk is a short batting role if New Zealand lose early wickets.
On toss day, replace any player missing from the XI. Recheck wicketkeeper labels. Then check every card for 11 players, roles and credits.
Player Battles
Abhishek Sharma vs New Zealand’s new-ball attack: Abhishek’s 113 came in the last game. Lockie Ferguson or Jacob Duffy may test him with pace. This is a conditional matchup. No direct ball-by-ball record is claimed here.
Glenn Phillips vs Axar Patel: Phillips has made two big scores. Axar has taken a wicket in the first and third games. The middle overs may decide this battle.
Daryl Mitchell vs Arshdeep Singh: Mitchell made 89 not out last time. Arshdeep took wickets in all three games. His left-arm angle can bring a late-innings wicket.
Key Players
- Abhishek Sharma: 113 from 38 in the third T20I. Risk: early swing or pace.
- Sanju Samson: 67 from 33 in the first T20I. Risk: a short stay can hurt a two-wicketkeeper team.
- Tilak Varma: 51 not out from 26 in the second T20I. Risk: fewer balls if India chase quickly.
- Glenn Phillips: 82 not out and 70 in the first two games. Risk: India’s spin matchups.
- Daryl Mitchell: 89 not out in the third T20I. Risk: Arshdeep at the death.
- Mitchell Santner: 4/21 in the second T20I. Risk: limited impact if the pitch stays quick.
Winner Prediction
India have the stronger case because they lead 3-0 and have won three successful chases. Their top order is in better recent form. New Zealand still have enough batting power to change the result.
The editorial lean is India if their top order plays and the chase remains controlled. This is a conditional view, not a guarantee. The toss and final XIs can change the fantasy balance.
FAQs
What Is The Date Of IND Vs NZ 4th T20I?
India and New Zealand play on 30 October 2026. The match is at Eden Park in Auckland.
What Time Does The Match Start?
The match starts at 12:30 PM IST. It starts at 07:00 AM GMT and 08:00 PM local time.
Are The Playing XIs Confirmed?
No. The candidate XIs in this guide are not confirmed. Check the official team sheets after the toss.
Who Are The Main Fantasy Captain Choices?
Abhishek Sharma, Glenn Phillips, Daryl Mitchell and Mitchell Santner are conditional choices. Final selection depends on the XI and app roles.
