India vs New Zealand: Who Will Own the 1st ODI Showdown?

Ladies and gentlemen, get ready to rumble! On January 11, India and New Zealand are set to clash at the Baroda Cricket Association Stadium. After India’s epic Champions Trophy victory, they’re back with Shubman Gill leading the charge. But don’t count out New Zealand, who’s hungry for revenge. This match promises explosive action as batters gear up to steal the show!

Quick rundown

1.India kickstarts 2026 with momentum from a stellar 2025, led by a confident Gill.

2.NZ, captained by Bracewell, aim to flip the script after 2025’s tough results against India.

3.Vadodara's Baroda Stadium offers a bat-friendly pitch that could set up a run-fest.

4.Kohli’s red-hot form and Jamieson’s pace threaten an early breakthrough for both sides.

5.The opening ODI kicks off a fiery India–NZ season with high stakes and big stakes.

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IND vs NZ 2026: Squad Unveiled; Shreyas Iyer's Fitness Saga!
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11:50 am on Saturday, 3 January, 2026

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