IND vs NZ Dream11 Prediction for 5th T20I of New Zealand Tour of India 2026
IND vs NZ Match Details Today
India faces New Zealand in the decisive 5th T20I of the New Zealand Tour of India 2026 at Greenfield International Stadium, Thiruvananthapuram, with India leading the series 3-1.
| Match | India vs New Zealand, 5th T20I |
|——-|——————————-|
| Date | January 31, 2026 |
| Time | 01:30 PM Local |
| Venue | Greenfield International Stadium, Thiruvananthapuram |
| Series | New Zealand Tour of India 2026 |
IND vs NZ Match Preview
India dominated the first three T20Is in Nagpur, Raipur, and Guwahati but suffered a 50-run defeat in Visakhapatnam, where New Zealand posted 215/7 led by Tim Seifert’s 62 off 36. Suryakumar Yadav’s side aims for a 4-1 series win ahead of T20 World Cup 2026 defense, while Mitchell Santner-led New Zealand seeks a positive finish after their first victory.
Greenfield International Stadium, Thiruvananthapuram Pitch Report
The pitch offers a balanced surface that slows down later, favoring high first-innings totals above 220 for victory; India has won 3 of 4 T20Is here.
IND vs NZ Weather Report
No specific weather disruptions noted; expect a mouthwatering contest on a high-scoring venue.
IND vs NZ Playing 11
India Playing 11
– Abhishek Sharma
– Devon Conway (Impact sub potential, but key batter noted)
– Suryakumar Yadav (c)
– Sanju Samson (home ground boost)
– Tilak Varma
– Riyan Parag
– Axar Patel (fitness key)
– Washington Sundar
– Jasprit Bumrah
– Arshdeep Singh
– Matt Henry (opposition, but series impact)
New Zealand Playing 11
– Devon Conway
– Tim Seifert
– Rachin Ravindra
– Mitchell Santner (c)
– Glenn Phillips
– Mark Chapman
– Michael Bracewell
– Matt Henry
– Lockie Ferguson (fitness pending)
– Jacob Duffy
– Tim Southee
Fantasy Cricket Tips
Captain & Vice-Captain Choices
| Player | Role | Why Pick? | Team |
|————–|———-|————————————|——|
| Jasprit Bumrah | Bowler | Consistent, 4 wickets at 7.63 econ | IND |
| Devon Conway | Batter | Powerplay exploit, recent form | NZ |
| Abhishek Sharma | Batter | Explosive opener, POTM twice | IND |
| Tim Seifert | Batter | 62 off 36 in last game | NZ |
Fantasy Picks
Top picks: Jasprit Bumrah (C/VC) for death overs mastery, Devon Conway for big-score potential, Abhishek Sharma despite Henry threat, Tim Seifert for top-order firepower, Sanju Samson at home venue. Must-picks include Matt Henry for early wickets.
Fantasy Cricket Teams
Small League Team
– WK: Sanju Samson
– Bat: Abhishek Sharma (VC), Suryakumar Yadav, Devon Conway, Tim Seifert
– AR: Mitchell Santner, Axar Patel
– Bowl: Jasprit Bumrah (C), Arshdeep Singh, Matt Henry, Washington Sundar
– Focus: Balanced with India core (55% win prob).
Grand League Team
– WK: Tim Seifert
– Bat: Abhishek Sharma, Devon Conway (VC), Rachin Ravindra, Glenn Phillips
– AR: Mitchell Santner (C), Riyan Parag
– Bowl: Jasprit Bumrah, Matt Henry, Lockie Ferguson
– Risky: NZ top-order heavy for differential.
Disclaimer
Predictions are based on analysis and research. They are purely intentional insights, not guarantees.
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