Published on: Jan 17, 2026 1:26 pm IST | Updated on: Jan 15, 2026 6:00 pm IST
New Zealand, despite playing with a second-fiddle side, managed to humble Team India at home (quite common with Gautam Gambhir at the thick of things) in the second ODI of the three-match series in Rajkot by 7 wickets. The two teams will now head to the Holkar Stadium in Indore for the decider set to be played on Sunday, 18th January. The series is nicely poised with New Zealand bouncing back strongly in Rajkot, making the game in Indore unmissable. In this post, we have come up with free expert tips for the 3rd ODI Match, IND vs NZ at the Holkar Stadium, Indore.
After the way New Zealand humbled Team India in the previous ODI at Rajkot, the hosts can’t be confirmed as the outright favorites for this contest. New Zealand must be booming with confidence after the last win and should feel comfortable heading to Indore. India, on the other hand, should fancy their chances of winning at a venue they love to play. They should have a slight advantage playing in Indore. Therefore, the win probability meter should favor the hosts. Let’s continue with the post and find out the best cricket tips for the 3rd ODI Match, IND vs NZ at the Holkar Stadium, Indore.
IND: 60% win chance NZ: 40% win chance
In two innings so far in this series, Daryl Mitchell has scored a fifty and a hundred and is the leading run-getter in the series. Expect Mitchell to have a good game in a possible run-fest in Indore.
The left-hand opening batter has already scored a fifty in the first game of the series. Expect him to have a great day at the office with the bat in Indore.
The champion batter missed a ton by 7 runs in the opening game of the series. He couldn't do much in the following game, but things would be different in the batting-friendly conditions of Indore. Expect Kohli to go big.
The veteran batter hasn't been on song in this series. One big inning is due from the former Indian skipper, and Indore could be a brilliant platform for him to do so.
Check out our prediction for the IND vs NZ 3rd ODI match at the Holkar Stadium, Indore.
Team India will be determined to bounce back when they face New Zealand in the series decider at the Holkar Stadium, Indore, on January 18. After suffering a humbling seven-wicket defeat in Rajkot against a second-string Kiwi side, India will be eager to restore pride and clinch the series.
The setback in Rajkot exposed India’s batting frailties and lack of composure under pressure, something they will look to correct in Indore. Fortunately, the venue has historically been a happy hunting ground for the Men in Blue, with its batting-friendly surface and short boundaries suiting their aggressive style of play.
New Zealand, buoyed by their spirited performance, will aim to carry momentum into the decider. However, India’s depth in batting and the experience of their senior players should give them a slight edge. The contest promises to be thrilling, with both teams eyeing a strong finish. For India, it is not just about winning the series but also proving their resilience after a rare home setback. The stage is set for a high-scoring battle, and the hosts will be keen to deliver a statement performance in front of their passionate fans.
The spirited Blackcaps will head into the series decider at the Holkar Stadium in Indore with renewed confidence after their emphatic seven-wicket win over India in Rajkot. Despite fielding a second-string side, New Zealand showcased remarkable discipline and cohesion, proving that they cannot be underestimated even against a full-strength Indian team.
Their batting unit, led by composed partnerships, handled India’s bowling attack with maturity, while the bowlers executed their plans effectively to restrict the hosts. This balanced performance has given New Zealand the belief that they can challenge India on their own turf. With momentum on their side, the Blackcaps will look to replicate the same collective effort in Indore, where conditions are expected to favor batters.
Although India have historically enjoyed success at the venue, New Zealand’s fearless approach and ability to punch above their weight make them dangerous opponents. For the Blackcaps, another cohesive performance could seal a memorable series win and underline their depth and resilience. The decider promises to be a thrilling battle, with New Zealand determined to prove that their Rajkot triumph was no fluke. Let’s move ahead and check the cricket tips.
Matches Played: 122 NZ won: 51 IND won: 63 No Result: 7 Tied: 1 RECENT form INDIA: W L W W L RECENT form NEW ZEALAND: W W W L W
After New Zealand’s victory in the last game, they now have 51 wins to their name against India, who stand firm with 63 wins out of 122 games. 7 games have ended without a result, whereas 1 game ended in a tie.
How will the two teams, i.e., India and New Zealand, fare in the third ODI? Let’s take a look.
Devon Conway, Will Young, Henry Nicholls, Daryl Mitchell, Glenn Phillips, Michael Bracewell (C), Mitchell Hay (WK), Kyle Jamieson, Zak Foulkes, Jayden Lennox, Kristian Clarke
Here’s the pitch and weather report for the 3rd ODI between India and New Zealand at the Holkar Stadium, Indore:
At Holkar Stadium, batting conditions are excellent, with short boundaries favoring stroke play. Captains winning the toss are likely to bowl first, aiming for a total above 300 chaseable under lights. With no total safe on this batting-friendly surface, expect the team winning the toss to bowl first.
The online live streaming of the 3rd ODI match of the New Zealand tour of India will take place live on the JioHotstar app. The live TV coverage for this series will be available on the Star Sports 1 and 3 channels.
It’s 1-1 in the 3-match ODI series, and we are all up for a decider. The Indian team should once again start as the favorites owing to their phenomenal record against the Blackcaps at home in ODIs. New Zealand will surely put up a fight as they did in Rajkot, but ultimately, it should be Team India who could have the last laugh. Many sportsbooks are supporting the Indian team, and so are we. Therefore, as per our prediction, the hosts, Team India, is expected to win the IND vs NZ 3rd ODI match.
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