IND vs NZ Today’s Match Prediction & Cricket Betting Tips: New Zealand Tour of India 2026, 4th T20I, January 28

Team India has made quick work of the Blackcaps in the 5-match T20I series by taking an unassailable 3-0 lead. They won the opening fixture in Nagpur by 48 runs, followed by wins in Raipur by 7 wickets and Guwahati by 8 wickets when they chased down 153 runs with 10 overs to spare. The two teams will now head to the coastal city of Vizag for the fourth game of the series with Team India’s tails up. In this post, we have come up with free expert tips for the 4th T20I Match, IND vs NZ, at the Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam.

Win Probability: IND vs NZ

The way these Indian batters have been batting in this series, they look unstoppable. At Vizag, with the surface expected to favor batters, one more flurry of runs is surely on. The Indian batters will love to score heavily at a quick pace and take a 4-0 lead in the series and put one more step forward for a possible clean sweep. Therefore, the win probability meter should favor the hosts. Let’s continue with the post and find out the best cricket tips for the 4th T20I Match, IND vs NZ, at the Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam.

IND: 67% win chance
NZ: 33% win chance

India has now lost only a solitary game out of their last 8. This includes 6 wins and an abandoned game as well.
New Zealand, after a hat-trick of losses in this series, has now only a solitary win, 3 losses, and a no-result game to their name from the last 5.
India has now registered 5 wins on the bounce against New Zealand in T20Is.

Cricket Betting Tips for IND vs NZ- 4th T20I

Abhishek Sharma to score Over 28.5

The left-hand opener scored a berserk fifty in the last game and has already scored two fifties in this series so far in just 3 games. Expect yet another great showing from the Punjabi southpaw.

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Glenn Phillips to score Over 21.5

Surprisingly, Glenn Phillips has emerged as the leading run-scorer for the Blackcaps in this series with a fifty to his name. Phillips has scored 145 runs in 3 innings so far, striking at 155.91.

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Suryakumar Yadav to score Over 24.5

The Indian skipper has peaked at the right time. Ahead of the all-important 2026 T20 World Cup, SKY is back among runs and is currently the highest run-getter in this series with two fifties from three games.

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Ishan Kishan to score Over 24.5

The pocket dynamo Ishan Kishan has blasted at will in the last two games. Kishan has been striking at a rate of 224 and has scored 112 runs from 3 innings so far.

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IND vs NZ Today’s Match Prediction

Check out our prediction for the IND vs NZ 4th T20I match at the Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam.

India eager to take one more step forward for a possible whitewash

India head into the fourth T20I in Visakhapatnam with their sights firmly set on a possible series whitewash against New Zealand. Having already secured an unassailable 3-0 lead, the Men in Blue have dominated the contest with commanding performances across all departments. The batting unit has been particularly impressive, with Abhishek Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav, and Ishan Kishan piling runs at a brisk pace and featuring among the top four run-getters in the series. Their aggressive approach has consistently put the Blackcaps under pressure.

India’s campaign began with a 48-run win in Nagpur, followed by a clinical chase in Raipur where they won by 7 wickets. In Guwahati, they showcased ruthless efficiency, hunting down 153 runs with 10 overs to spare in an emphatic 8-wicket victory. These results underline India’s depth and adaptability, making them a formidable force in home conditions.

As the action shifts to Vizag, India will look to maintain their momentum and take one more step toward a clean sweep. For New Zealand, pride is at stake, but with India’s confidence soaring, the hosts appear well-placed to continue their dominance and edge closer to a memorable whitewash.

Has New Zealand got a Plan B to stop the Indian batters’ juggernaut?

New Zealand face a daunting challenge as they search for a Plan B to halt India’s batting juggernaut in the ongoing T20I series. Despite the efforts of Ish Sodhi, Kyle Jamieson, Zak Foulkes, Jacob Duffy, Matt Henry, and Mitchell Santner, the Indian batters have continued to dominate with aggressive stroke play and relentless momentum. The trio of Abhishek Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav, and Ishan Kishan have piled on runs at will, leaving the Kiwi attack short of answers.

The possible inclusion of Lockie Ferguson could provide New Zealand with the extra pace and hostility needed to disrupt India’s rhythm. His ability to hit the deck hard and generate sharp bounce might test the batters in ways the current attack has not managed. However, New Zealand will also need smarter variations along with disciplined execution to curb India’s free-flowing batting.

For the Blackcaps, this match is about finding solutions under pressure. Whether through Ferguson’s pace or a collective tactical shift, New Zealand must innovate quickly if they are to stop India from marching toward a whitewash. The question remains: can they finally crack the code against this formidable batting lineup? Let’s move ahead and check the cricket tips.

IND vs NZ Head-to-Head

Matches Played: 28
NZ won: 10
IND won: 17
No Result: 0
Tied: 1
RECENT form INDIA: A W W W W
RECENT form NEW ZEALAND: NR W L L L

With three wins in this series, India has accentuating their lead over New Zealand in T20I head-to-heads. Team India now has 17 wins from 28 games played between the two sides, whereas New Zealand has 10 wins. One match ended as a tie.

Team Analysis: India and New Zealand

How will the two teams, i.e., India and New Zealand, fare in the fourth T20I? Let’s take a look.

INDIA (IND)

Tilak Varma has been advised to join the squad ahead of the T20 World Cup only. Therefore, Shreyas Iyer will be staying with the squad for the remaining two games as well.
Axar Patel may not feature in the remaining two games of this series to recover ahead of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026.
Varun Chakravarthy rested in the previous fixture, and Ravi Bishnoi did well in his absence. Expect the latter to keep his place.
However, Kuldeep could be rested in this game to bring back Chakravarthy.
Also, there is news of resting Hardik Pandya and bringing in Shreyas Iyer. This is one swap that could take place.
A toss-up between Harshit Rana and Arshdeep Singh could be on the cards.

Expected Starting 11

Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson (WK), Ishan Kishan, Suryakumar Yadav (C), Hardik Pandya/Shreyas Iyer, Rinku Singh, Shivam Dube, Arshdeep Singh/Harshit Rana, Ravi Bishnoi, Jasprit Bumrah, Varun Chakravarthy

New Zealand (NZ)

Kristian Clarke and Tim Robinson have been released from the squad, with Tim Seifert, James Neesham, and Lockie Ferguson already linking up with the squad.
Lockie could be in line for a game here, especially with the Blackcaps bowling taken to the cleaners by the Indian batters. He could come in for Kyle Jamieson.
Finn Allen will join the squad ahead of the 5th and final T20I.
There’s still no update on Michael Bracewell’s injury.
James Neesham could also come into the eleven for Ish Sodhi if New Zealand opts for a solitary spinner in this game.

Expected Starting 11

Devon Conway, Tim Seifert (WK), Rachin Ravindra, Mark Chapman, Daryl Mitchell, Glenn Phillips, Mitchell Santner (C), Matt Henry, James Neesham/Ish Sodhi, Lockie Ferguson, Jacob Duffy

Weather Conditions and Pitch Report

Here’s the pitch and weather report for the 4th T20I between India and New Zealand at the Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam:

Pitch Report (ACA-VDCA Stadium, Visakhapatnam)	Weather Report (Visakhapatnam)
– Traditionally a batting-friendly surface, offering good bounce and carry for stroke makers.	– Conditions: Warm and humid coastal weather, typical of Visakhapatnam evenings.
– Fast bowlers get some assistance early on, especially under lights.	– Temperature: Around 27–29°C during match hours.
– Spinners often come into play in the middle overs, with the pitch slowing down slightly.	– Humidity: High (~70–75%), which could test player fitness.
– Average first-innings score in T20Is here is around 160–170 runs, making it a competitive venue.	– Rain: Minimal chance of showers; mostly clear skies expected.
– Boundaries are on the shorter side, encouraging aggressive batting and high scoring.	– Wind: Gentle breeze from the coast, unlikely to disrupt play.
– Toss: Captains may prefer batting first to set a target, though chasing is not impossible.	– Overall: Playable conditions, ensuring a full contest without interruptions.

Toss Prediction

At the ACA-VDCA Stadium in Visakhapatnam, the pitch is expected to favor batters with its true bounce and shorter boundaries. Spinners may find assistance in the middle overs, but dew could play a role later. Winning the toss, captains are likely to bowl first, aiming to chase under lights.

Where to Watch Today’s Match

The online live streaming of the 4th 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.

IND vs NZ: Today’s Match Predictions

With another high-scoring game on the horizon, courtesy of a flat wicket and shorter boundaries in Vizag, expect Team India to dominate. They have been quite dominant in this series, particularly with the bat. Therefore, expect yet another dominance from Team India with the bat and New Zealand to suffer yet another loss in this series. Therefore, as per our prediction, the hosts, Team India, is expected to win the IND vs NZ 4th T20I match.

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