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Everything you need to know as blockbuster series gets underway — NZ v India ODI Ultimate Guide

The second leg of India’s tour of New Zealand begins on Wednesday with the first game of the five-match ODI series at Auckland’s Eden Park.

By Dane Heverin · Fox Sports

Published: Monday, 2 November 2026 at 11:07 PM

Key Things to Know

India faces New Zealand in a five-match ODI series beginning Wednesday at Eden Park in Auckland.
Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma return to 50-over international action for the touring Indian side.
Both squads will undergo significant changes after the third ODI ahead of the upcoming Test series.

The Story in 60 Seconds

India's five-match ODI series against New Zealand begins on Wednesday at Eden Park in Auckland following a 3-2 T20 series win for the tourists. Superstars Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma return to action as both teams prepare for the upcoming 50-over World Cup.

Squads will change dramatically for the final two ODIs due to an upcoming Test series starting just three days later. Indian captain Shubman Gill will depart after game three, while Jasprit Bumrah is rested and New Zealand's Rachin Ravindra remains sidelined with a shoulder injury.

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