As the showpiece New Zealand vs India 2026 series gets underway on October 22, there will also be a shadow tour by India A in New Zealand.
The ‘A’ side will face New Zealand A in the lead-up to the two-match Test series.
So here’s all you need to know about the New Zealand A vs India A series 2026.
When does the New Zealand A vs India A series 2026 start?
The ‘A’ series starts on October 24, 2026, with the first unofficial Test in Lincoln at 10:30 AM local time (3:00 AM IST). This is the first unofficial Test between the two sides since 2022.
How many matches are part of the series?
New Zealand A and India A will play three unofficial Tests. Unlike official Tests, these matches are four-day affairs.
The last time, both teams contested a three-match series, which India A won by 1-0 at home.
India A are also coming off a 1-0 series win against Australia A at home in early October 2026.
Which venues will host the series?
The series is set up at two venues in New Zealand, with Lincoln hosting two fixtures. Christchurch will stage one four-dayer.
Here are the venues:
- Bert Sutcliffe Oval, Lincoln
- Hagley Oval, Christchurch
What’s the schedule for the New Zealand A vs India A series 2026?
So after the first game, both teams will move to Christchurch for the second fixture on October 31. The action will return to Lincoln for the third unofficial Test from November 7 onwards.
India A Tour of New Zealand 2026: Unofficial Test Series
| Date | Match | Venue | Time (Local/IST) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 24-27, 2026 | NZ A vs IND A, 1st Unofficial Test | Lincoln | 10:30 AM/3:00 AM |
| Oct 31-Nov 3, 2026 | NZ A vs IND A, 2nd Unofficial Test | Christchurch | 10:30 AM/3:00 AM |
| Nov 7-10, 2026 | NZ A vs IND A, 3rd Unofficial Test | Lincoln | 10:30 AM/3:00 AM |
Ongoing & Upcoming Series Schedule:
ICC Cricket World Cup 2027 Schedule
New Zealand vs India Series 2026: Schedule
New Zealand A vs India A Unofficial Test Series 2026: Schedule
Zimbabwe Women Tour of India 2026: Schedule
Pakistan ODI Tri-Series 2026: Schedule
Ranji Trophy 2026-27: Schedule
Pakistan vs Sri Lanka Series 2026: Schedule
South Africa vs Australia Series 2026: Schedule
World Test Championship (WTC) 2025-27 Full Schedule
Indian Men’s Cricket Team 2026 Schedule
India Men’s Cricket Team 2026-27 Home Season Schedule
Indian Women’s Cricket Team 2026 Schedule
India’s Domestic Cricket Season 2026-27 Schedule
Australia Men’s Cricket Team 2026 Schedule
Australia Men’s Cricket Team 2026-27 Home Season Schedule
Australia Women’s Cricket Team 2026-27 Home Season Schedule
England Men’s Cricket Team 2026 Schedule
England 2026 Home Season Schedule
England Women’s Cricket Team 2026 Home Season Schedule
South Africa Men’s Cricket Team 2026 Schedule
South Africa 2026-27 Home Season Schedule
New Zealand Men’s Cricket Team 2026 Schedule
New Zealand 2026-27 Home Season Schedule
Pakistan Men’s Cricket Team 2026 Schedule
India’s ODI Schedule Till 2027 Cricket World Cup
Australia’s ODI Schedule Till 2027 Cricket World Cup
South Africa’s ODI Schedule Till 2027 Cricket World Cup
England’s ODI Schedule Till 2027 Cricket World Cup
What are the squads?
India A have named their touring squad, led by Dhruv Jurel. There are also plenty of Test regulars, with Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Devdutt Padikkal, Washington Sundar, Akash Deep and Sai Sudharsan prepping for the Test series.
India A Test Squad vs New Zealand:
Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Devdutt Padikkal, R Smaran, Dhruv Jurel (c & wk), Washington Sundar, Auqib Nabi, Akash Deep, Anshul Kamboj, Manav Suthar, Mukesh Choudhary, Sai Sudharsan, Yash Rathod, Mukesh Kumar, Kumar Kushagra (wk)
New Zealand A haven’t yet named their squad.
Where to watch the New Zealand A vs India A series 2026?
Sony Sports Network will broadcast the New Zealand A vs India A series 2026 in India. So the matches will be live on Sony Sports TV channels and the SonyLIV app and website.
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