IND vs NZ 4th T20I Dream11 Prediction Today, India vs New Zealand Live Streaming, Playing XI, Pitch Report

IND vs NZ 4th T20I Dream11 Prediction Today, India vs New Zealand Live Streaming, Playing XI, Pitch Report

Published on Jan 25, 2026 by

The India vs New Zealand T20I series now heads to the scenic coastal city of Visakhapatnam for the all-important 4th T20I at the Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium. India have been in dominant form, winning their last three T20Is against New Zealand with authority and firmly controlling the series momentum. The Kiwis, meanwhile, are under pressure and will be desperate to bounce back. With star players like Suryakumar Yadav, Abhishek Sharma, and Glenn Phillips in focus, this clash is crucial for fans and fantasy managers alike.

📌 Match Details

  • Match: India vs New Zealand, 4th T20I
  • Series: New Zealand Tour of India 2026
  • Date: 28 Jan 2026
  • Time: 7:30 PM IST
  • Venue: Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam

📺 Live Streaming & Broadcast Details

  • TV Broadcast (India): Star Sports Network
  • Digital Live Streaming: JioHotstar App & Website

☁️ Weather Report

Visakhapatnam is expected to offer ideal conditions for cricket.

  • Temperature: 23°C – 25°C
  • Humidity: High (75–80%)
  • Rain: No interruption expected
  • Dew Factor: Likely in the second innings, favoring chasing teams

Captains winning the toss may prefer to bowl first.

🏟️ Pitch Report & Venue Stats

The ACA-VDCA Stadium has traditionally been a batting-friendly venue.

  • Average Score (Last 5 T20s): 170

  • Batting vs Bowling Trend:

    • Spinners: 32 wickets
    • Pacers: 30 wickets

🔎 While the pitch allows stroke play, spinners get grip in the middle overs. Once batters are set, big scores are very much on the cards.

📊 Team Form & Head-to-Head

  • India Recent Form: WWW (Dominant)
  • New Zealand Recent Form: LLL (Struggling)
  • Head-to-Head (T20Is): India 24 wins | New Zealand 16 wins

👉 India clearly hold the upper hand both in form and conditions.

🚑 Injury Updates & Player Availability

  • India: No major injury concerns reported; full-strength squad available
  • New Zealand: No confirmed injuries; all key players expected to play

(Final Playing XI to be confirmed after the toss)

🧩 Probable Playing XI (One-Line Format)

India: Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson, Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Rinku Singh, Hardik Pandya, Shivam Dube, Axar Patel, Ravi Bishnoi, Arshdeep Singh, Jasprit Bumrah

New Zealand: Devon Conway, Tim Seifert, Rachin Ravindra, Glenn Phillips, Mark Chapman, Daryl Mitchell, Mitchell Santner, Kyle Jamieson, Ish Sodhi, Jacob Duffy, Matt Henry

⭐ Key Players to Watch

  • Abhishek Sharma (IND): Explosive opener, scores of 68 & 84 recently
  • Suryakumar Yadav (IND): Loves true-bounce wickets like Vizag
  • Hardik Pandya (IND): All-round value with bat, ball, and leadership
  • Glenn Phillips (NZ): Most consistent Kiwi batter, plus part-time spin
  • Shivam Dube (IND): Power-hitter and wicket-taking option

🎯 Fantasy Picks (Optional)

✅ Small League Top Picks

  • Abhishek Sharma
  • Suryakumar Yadav
  • Hardik Pandya

🚀 Mega League Differential Picks

  • Shivam Dube
  • Glenn Phillips
  • Mitchell Santner

🔮 Match Prediction / Outlook

Based on recent form, home advantage, and batting depth, India start as clear favorites in the 4th T20I. The presence of dew and a batting-friendly surface further strengthens India’s chasing advantage. New Zealand’s best hope lies in their all-rounders and early wickets.

👉 Fantasy Strategy: Stack Indian top-order batters and death-over bowlers. From New Zealand, prioritize players who contribute in multiple departments.

⚠️ Disclaimer

This match preview and fantasy analysis is based on recent performances, pitch conditions, and available information. Always check the final playing XI, toss result, and last-minute updates before locking your fantasy teams.

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