New Zealand have started their 2026 on a positive note. They scripted their first-ever ODI series win on Indian soil.
With such a massive achievement, New Zealand’s confidence level must be high. And riding on this confidence, they will counter several challenges across formats this year.
The Blackcaps have plenty of overseas assignments lined up, with a high-profile series against India at home.
On that note, here’s a look at New Zealand’s international cricket schedule in 2026.
New Zealand Men’s Cricket Team 2026 Schedule
| Series | Matches | Host Country | Dates/Month |
|---|---|---|---|
| India vs New Zealand | 3 ODIs, 5 T20Is | India | January 11-31, 2026 |
| T20 World Cup 2026 | T20Is | India/Sri Lanka | February 7-March 8, 2026 |
| New Zealand vs South Africa | 5 T20Is | New Zealand | March 2026 |
| Bangladesh vs New Zealand | 3 ODIs, 3 T20Is | Bangladesh | April-May 2026 |
| Ireland vs New Zealand | 1 Test | Ireland | May 2026 |
| England vs New Zealand | 3 Tests | England | June 4-29, 2026 |
| West Indies vs New Zealand | 3 ODIs, 3 T20Is | West Indies | July 2026 |
| New Zealand vs India | 2 Tests, 3 ODIs, 5 T20Is | New Zealand | October-November 2026 |
| Australia vs New Zealand | 4 Tests | Australia | December 2026-January 2027 |
India vs New Zealand | January 2026 (Away)
New Zealand will start their 2026 in India. They will take on the hosts in three ODIs and five T20Is. The T20Is will act as final preparation for both sides ahead of the T20 World Cup.
ODIs will take place first, with the first match scheduled on January 11 in Vadodara. The second match is on January 14 in Rajkot, with the third one on January 18 in Indore.
Both teams will then move to Nagpur to start the T20I leg on January 21. Raipur will host the second T20I on January 23, while Guwahati will stage the third match on January 25.
Then the series will move south, with Vizag set to host the fourth T20I on January 28. Trivandrum will conclude the series on January 31.
Here’s the schedule for the New Zealand Tour of India 2026:
| Date | Match | Venue | Time (IST) |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 11, 2026 | 1st ODI | Vadodara | 1:30 PM |
| January 14, 2026 | 2nd ODI | Rajkot | 1:30 PM |
| January 18, 2026 | 3rd ODI | Indore | 1:30 PM |
| January 21, 2026 | 1st T20I | Nagpur | 7:00 PM |
| January 23, 2026 | 2nd T20I | Raipur | 7:00 PM |
| January 25, 2026 | 3rd T20I | Guwahati | 7:00 PM |
| January 28, 2026 | 4th T20I | Visakhapatnam | 7:00 PM |
| January 31, 2026 | 5th T20I | Thiruvananthapuram | 7:00 PM |
T20 World Cup 2026 | February-March 2026 (India/Sri Lanka)
The Kiwis will extend their stay in India for a few more weeks for the mega event. Their T20 World Cup campaign starts on February 8 against Afghanistan in Chennai.
Apart from Afghanistan, New Zealand will face Canada, South Africa, and the UAE in Group D. Their second group stage match will be against the UAE on February 10, again in Chennai.
The Blackcaps will take on South Africa on February 14 in Ahmedabad. They will then return to Chennai for the last group stage fixture against Canada on February 17.
New Zealand might travel to Sri Lanka if they qualify for the Super Eight. They will likely play all their Super Eight matches in Colombo.
Here are New Zealand’s fixtures for the T20 World Cup 2026:
| Date | Match | Venue | Time (IST) |
|---|---|---|---|
| February 8, 2026 | New Zealand vs Afghanistan | Chennai | 11:00 AM |
| February 10, 2026 | New Zealand vs UAE | Chennai | 3:00 PM |
| February 14, 2026 | New Zealand vs South Africa | Ahmedabad | 7:00 PM |
| February 17, 2026 | New Zealand vs Canada | Chennai | 11:00 AM |
| February 21, 2026 | Super 8: Y2 (New Zealand) vs Y3 (Pakistan) | Colombo (RPS) | 7:00 PM |
| February 25, 2026 | Super 8: Y2 (New Zealand) vs Y4 (Sri Lanka) | Colombo (RPS) | 7:00 PM |
| February 27, 2026 | Super 8: Y1 (England) vs Y2 (New Zealand) | Colombo (RPS) | 7:00 PM |
| March 4, 2026 | First Semi-Final | Kolkata/Colombo (RPS) | 7:00 PM |
| March 5, 2026 | Second Semi-Final | Mumbai | 7:00 PM |
| March 8, 2026 | Final | Ahmedabad/Colombo (RPS) | 7:00 PM |
Note: New Zealand’s Super Eight fixtures are purely based on assumptions. The actual matches may vary.
New Zealand vs South Africa | March 2026 (Home)
New Zealand will be back home in March. And on their return, they’ll immediately host South Africa for a five-match T20I series.
Bay Oval will kick off the series on March 15, with Hamilton set to host the second T20I on March 17. Both teams will move to Auckland for the third T20I on March 20, while Wellington will host the fourth T20I on March 22. Christchurch will draw curtains on the series on March 25.
Here’s the New Zealand vs South Africa T20I series 2026 schedule:
| Date | Match | Venue | Time (Local) |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 15, 2026 | 1st T20I | Mount Maunganui | 7:15 PM |
| March 17, 2026 | 2nd T20I | Hamilton | 7:15 PM |
| March 20, 2026 | 3rd T20I | Auckland | 7:15 PM |
| March 22, 2026 | 4th T20I | Wellington | 7:15 PM |
| March 25, 2026 | 5th T20I | Christchurch | 7:15 PM |
Bangladesh vs New Zealand | April-May 2026 (Away)
New Zealand will be back in the subcontinent in April 2026. This time, they will tour Bangladesh for three ODIs and as many T20Is.
Ireland vs New Zealand | May 2026 (Away)
New Zealand will face Ireland in a one-off Test match in late 2026. Although the match is not part of the current WTC series, it will help the Blackcaps prepare for the England tour.
Team-wise 2026 Schedule
Indian Men’s Cricket Team 2026 Complete Schedule
Indian Women’s Cricket Team 2026 Complete Schedule
Australia Men’s Cricket Team 2026 Complete Schedule
Pakistan Men’s Cricket Team 2026 Complete Schedule
England Men’s Cricket Team 2026 Complete Schedule
England vs New Zealand | June 2026 (Away)
New Zealand will travel to England for a three-match Test series in June 2026. It will be a crucial series with WTC points at stake.
The series starts on June 4 at the iconic Lord’s Cricket Ground. The Oval will host the second Test from June 17 onwards, while Nottingham will stage the last one from June 25 onwards.
Here’s the schedule for the New Zealand Tour of England 2026:
| Date | Match | Venue | Time (Local) |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 4-8, 2026 | 1st Test | Lord’s | 11:00 AM |
| June 17-21, 2026 | 2nd Test | The Oval | 11:00 AM |
| June 25-29, 2026 | 3rd Test | Nottingham | 11:00 AM |
West Indies vs New Zealand | July 2026
After the England tour, the Kiwis will travel to the West Indies. They will take on the Caribbean side in three ODIs and three T20Is in July 2026.
New Zealand vs India | October-November 2026
After a long break, New Zealand will host India for an all-format series. The Indian team will arrive on New Zealand’s shores in October 2026. The series itinerary includes two WTC Tests, three ODIs, and three T20Is.
Australia vs New Zealand | December 2026-January 2027
The Blackcaps will conclude 2026 with a gruelling Test series in Australia. They will lock horns against the hosts in four Tests.
The series will start in Perth before both teams move to Adelaide. Then Melbourne will host the traditional Boxing Day Test, followed by the New Year Test (Pink Test) in Sydney.
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