IND vs NZ Dream11 Prediction & 3rd T20 Match Prediction: Dream11 Team Today, Playing 11, Fantasy Cricket Tips
- Published: January 24, 2026
- Updated: January 24, 2026
- By AllCric Team
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India head into the IND vs NZ 3rd T20I at Barsapara Cricket Stadium on Sunday buoyed by a commanding win in the second match, where they chased down 209 with 28 balls to spare to take a 2–0 lead in the five‑match series. In that game, Ishan Kishan (76 off 32) and Suryakumar Yadav (82 off 37)* starred, with Kishan named Player of the Match for his explosive innings as India rallied from early trouble to complete one of their biggest successful chases.
New Zealand will look to reset and respond in Guwahati, but India’s confidence from the second T20I result gives them the edge in the final game of the series. With batting conditions in Guwahati expected to suit stroke‑makers, the IND vs NZ Dream11 fantasy tips and match prediction point toward another high‑scoring contest. Overall, the IND vs NZ Dream11 prediction today match and IND vs NZ today match prediction slightly favour India to seal the series with a third consecutive win.
Match Details
- Match: India vs New Zealand, 3rd T20I
- Tournament: New Zealand Tour of India 2025–26
- Date: Sunday, 25 January 2026
- Time: 07:00 PM IST
- Venue: Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati
IND vs NZ Pitch Report
The pitch at Barsapara Stadium is batting-friendly with high-scoring T20Is. Pace bowlers with swing can succeed early, while spinners get average turn in the middle overs. Chasing is slightly easier, but totals posted by teams batting first often set the tone.
Competitive Score: 185–190 runs
IND vs NZ Weather Report
- Condition: Sunny
- Temperature: 26°C
- Humidity: 52% (moderate)
- Wind: 6 km/h, light
- Rain: 0% chance – uninterrupted play expected
IND vs NZ Recent Performances
India
Last 5 matches: W A W W W
- Recent match result: Beat New Zealand by 7 wickets (2ND T20I)
- Key players: Abhishek Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah
New Zealand
Last 5 matches: W NR W L L
- Recent match result: Lost to India by 7 wickets (2ND T20I)
- Key players: Glenn Phillips, Mark Chapman, Daryl Mitchell
IND vs NZ Head-to-Head in T20
| Matches Played | India (IND) Won | New Zealand(NZ) Won |
|---|---|---|
|
(Overall) 25
|
10 |
15 |
|
Last 5 matches
|
04 |
01 |
Latest meeting (23 Jan 2026): India beat New Zealand by by 7 wickets
IND vs NZ Probable Playing 11
India Predicted Playing XI
Sanju Samson (wk), Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan, Suryakumar Yadav (c), Hardik Pandya, Shivam Dube, Rinku Singh, Arshdeep Singh, Varun Chakravarthy, Jasprit Bumrah, Harshith Rana/Ravi Bishnoi
New Zealand Predicted Playing XI
Devon Conway (wk), Tim Robinson, Rachin Ravindra, Glenn Phillips, Mark Chapman, Daryl Mitchell, Mitchell Santner (c), Kyle Jamieson, Ish Sodhi, Jacob Duffy, Kristian Clarke
IND vs NZ Toss Prediction
Likely Call: To Bowl
Reason: Teams bowling first have won 2 of the 3 T20Is played at Barsapara Stadium. Evening conditions favor batting, making chasing slightly easier under lights.
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Batters to Watch
- Suryakumar Yadav (IND) – 82 runs off 37 balls in 2nd T20I.
- Ishan Kishan (IND) – 76 runs off 32 balls in 2nd T20I.
- Glenn Phillips (NZ) – 78 off 40 in 1st T20I.
Bowlers to Watch
- Kuldeep Yadav (IND) – Took 2 wickets for 35 runs in 2nd T20I
- Arshdeep Singh (IND) – Early breakthroughs, key in powerplay
- Jacob Duffy (NZ) – Claimed 1 wicket for 38 runs in 2nd T20I
👉 Fantasy players looking for better match reading can also refer to the IND vs NZ 1st T20 prediction & IND vs NZ 2nd T20 prediction, which explains team roles, balance, and decision-making patterns that are useful while building fantasy teams for today’s game.
IND vs NZ Dream11 Team Today
Wicketkeeper: Sanju Samson (IND)
Batters: Suryakumar Yadav (IND), Ishan Kishan (IND), Abhishek Sharma (IND), Mitchell Santner (NZ)
All-rounders: Hardik Pandya (IND), Shivam Dube (IND), Mitchell Santner (NZ)
Bowlers: Arshdeep Singh (IND), Jasprit Bumrah (IND), Jacob Duffy (NZ), Kuldeep Yadav (IND)
Captain Choices: Suryakumar Yadav / Ishan Kishan
Vice-Captain Choices: Abhishek Sharma / Mitchell Santner
IND vs NZ Match Prediction & Analysis
India head into the 3rd T20I on the back of strong performances, including chasing down 209 with 28 balls to spare in the 2nd T20I. With batters like Suryakumar Yadav and Abhishek Sharma in form and a disciplined bowling attack, India remain favorites. New Zealand can cause an upset if their experienced batters fire, but India’s home advantage and depth give them the edge.
IND vs NZ match prediction today:
👉 India to win ✅
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❓FAQs
India are favorites due to recent form, home advantage, and strong batting depth.
A total of 185–190 is considered competitive.
Suryakumar Yadav, Abhishek Sharma, Glenn Phillips, Mitchell Santner.
Teams are likely to bowl first, as chasing under lights has been slightly easier.
Sunny, dry, and pleasant conditions are expected, ideal for a full T20I.