India can seal the five-match T20I series against New Zealand today, Tuesday, 27 October, if they win the third T20I at Hnry Stadium (also called Sky Stadium) in Wellington. India lead the series 2-0.
Team news
India have lost wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan, who has been ruled out of the match. This could give Vaibhav Sooryavanshi another opportunity after his role at No. 3 in the 2nd T20I was questioned by former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin.
How the series stands
India won the second T20I in a last-over finish. Mitchell Santner is the leading wicket-taker in the series with 6 wickets, while Arshdeep Singh has 3 for India. Kuldeep Yadav is tipped to be India's key bowler on a Wellington pitch.
Remaining T20I fixtures (12:30 pm IST)
- 4th T20I: 30 October, Eden Park, Auckland
- 5th T20I: 1 November, Seddon Park, Hamilton
Note: Preview published on 27 October 2026, before the match. India won by 8 wickets and sealed the series 3-0.