NZ vs IND Dream11 Prediction: Dream11 Team Today, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Pitch Report, Injury Update - 2nd T20I, India Tour of New Zealand 2026

After pulling off a record-breaking run chase, Team India is ready for the second T20 match against New Zealand at Hagley Oval in Christchurch. Leading the series 1-0, India aims to keep their winning streak going. On Thursday, Shreyas Iyer’s team successfully chased down a massive target of 226 runs with just two balls left.

India secured their highest successful T20 run chase ever thanks to key performances from Sanju Samson (67 runs), Shreyas Iyer (42 runs), and a quick finish by Naman Dhir (42 not out). Now, just 48 hours later, New Zealand need to find a way to bounce back.

For all fantasy cricket players looking for the best NZ vs IND Dream11 Team Prediction, this is the right place for you. Glenn Phillips and Finn Allen could be important picks for New Zealand, while Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson, and Vaibhav Suryavanshi are players to watch for India.

New Zealand vs India Match Details

NZ vs IND Dream11 Team Today Stats

NZ vs IND Toss Prediction

Dew could play an important role in the second T20I at the Hagley Oval. The team batting second may get better conditions for chasing, depending on how much moisture develops during the evening. Based on the conditions described in the match report, India captain Shreyas Iyer is likely to win the toss and bowl first.

Record of Chasing Teams at Hagley Oval, Christchurch

Hagley Oval has produced competitive T20 matches, with teams bowling first holding a slight advantage in the venue's overall record. Out of 20 T20 matches played at the ground, teams batting second have won 11 matches, while teams batting first have won nine.

NZ vs IND Playing 11 (Probable)

NZ vs IND Top Run Scorers & Leading Wicket Takers

NZ vs IND Captain & Vice-Captain Choices

• Abhishek Sharma is a strong captaincy option because of his attacking approach at the top of the order. Finn Allen can also be considered for the captain or vice-captain role. Both players are amongst the most dangerous batsmen in the world, making them the perfect choices for the IND vs NZ Dream11 Prediction.
• Sanju Samson and Glenn Phillips are other options to consider, depending on the final playing XIs and their current form.

Top Picks for NZ vs IND Dream11 Prediction

Budget Picks for NZ vs IND Dream11 Prediction

Best Team for Dream11 Today's Match

• Keeper: Sanju Samson (VC)
• Batters: Abhishek Sharma (C), Finn Allen, Daryl Mitchell, Glenn Phillips
• All-rounders: Mitchell Santner, Axar Patel, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Naman Dhir
• Bowlers: Arshdeep Singh, Matt Henry

Best Dream11 Team Today

• Keeper: Sanju Samson
• Batters: Abhishek Sharma, Finn Allen (C), Glenn Phillips (VC), S Iyer, B Jacobs
• All-rounders: Mitchell Santner, Axar Patel, Naman Dhir
• Bowlers: A Milne, L Ferguson

Note: Sportsdunia has prepared a fantasy team for the NZ vs IND match based on their experience in fantasy cricket.

NZ vs IND Dream11 Prediction Today (2nd T20I) India Tour of New Zealand 2026: Players to Avoid

Ishan Kishan has been ruled out of the second T20I with a groin strain and Vaibhav Suryavanshi is expected to replace him. Tilak Varma has also not performed well in the last match. So, as per our NZ vs IND Dream11 prediction today match, Ishan and Tilak Varma can be avoided for fantasy picks.

NZ vs IND Weather & Pitch Report at Hagley Oval, Christchurch

• The Hagley Oval pitch report suggests that fast bowlers could get some movement early in the innings. The same pitch is expected to be used as in the first T20I, so some wear could affect the surface.
• The weather forecast for Christchurch on Saturday, October 24, indicates sunny conditions, with a temperature of around 26°C, no expected precipitation and moderate winds. Conditions may become cooler by the evening, when the match is scheduled to begin locally.

NZ vs IND H2H Records

The New Zealand vs India head-to-head records suggest that India and New Zealand have played 32 T20 international cricket matches against each other. India has won 20 of these matches, while New Zealand has won 11. One match ended in a tie.

Disclaimer: This team is based on the analysis, calculated odds, and past experience of the author. While selecting your team, consider the analysis only as supporting data while making your own decision. Sportsdunia does not work with insider news and will not be responsible for any monetary loss to the users following the analysis.