India and New Zealand head to Indore for a winner-take-all third ODI on Sunday, January 18, with the series finely set at 1-1. Holkar Stadium will host what could be the final ODI appearance for Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli until July, adding extra significance for home fans. India arrive slightly unsettled after being outplayed in the middle overs during their seven-wicket defeat in Rajkot.
New Zealand, on the other hand, take confidence from a composed performance in the second ODI, where disciplined bowling and mature batting allowed them to level the series. This series decider promises another strong match with both sides capable of delivering in key moments.
Here's TSN's predictions, lineups, betting tips, odds, and live scorecard for the third ODI.
India vs. New Zealand: Who Will Win?
India start as favourites to win the match, backed by home conditions, a settled batting core, and greater depth in both spin and pace. New Zealand have the quality to compete, especially if their top order fires and the bowlers strike early, but India’s consistency and confidence should give them the edge in a closely fought contest.
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Head-to-head record: India vs. New Zealand in ODIs
India and New Zealand have faced each other 123 times in one day internationals. India lead the rivalry with 63 wins, while New Zealand have won 51 matches.
- Total matches: 122
- India wins: 63
- New Zealand wins: 51
- Tied/No result: 8
India vs. New Zealand Form Guide & Predictions
India have looked sharp in recent ODIs but come into the third match with a few concerns after a seven wicket loss in the second ODI. While they posted a competitive total, their bowlers struggled to control the scoring rate and failed to build sustained pressure, allowing New Zealand to level the series.
New Zealand, meanwhile, bounced back well in the second ODI after seeing their nine match winning streak snapped in the opener. The Black Caps showed resilience and better execution to outplay India, proving they remain highly competitive and capable of responding quickly.
India – Last 5 ODIs
- New Zealand beat India by 7 wickets (Rajkot)
- India beat New Zealand by 4 wickets (Vadodara)
- India beat South Africa by 9 wickets (Visakhapatnam)
- South Africa beat India by 4 wickets (Raipur)
- India beat South Africa by 17 runs (Ranchi)
New Zealand – Last 5 ODIs
- New Zealand beat India by 7 wickets (Rajkot)
- India beat New Zealand by 4 wickets (Vadodara)
- New Zealand beat West Indies by 4 wickets (Hamilton)
- New Zealand beat West Indies by 5 wickets (Napier)
- New Zealand beat West Indies by 7 runs (Christchurch)
AllSportsPeople Prediction for IND vs. NZ 3rd ODI
- If India bat first: 290 to 330
- If New Zealand bat first: 270 to 315
Expected Result: India are slightly better placed to come out on top in the final ODI. Home conditions and overall depth give them an edge, although New Zealand can push the contest deep if they adjust quickly and apply early pressure.
India vs. New Zealand lineups: Predicted XIs and team news
India Team News
India are expected to make a couple of tweaks to their playing XI for the next ODI, with Ravindra Jadeja under pressure after managing just one wicket across his last five ODI appearances. The all-rounder could make way for Ayush Badoni, who joined the squad as a replacement for the injured Washington Sundar and offers batting depth along with part-time spin.
Arshdeep Singh is also in contention after Prasidh Krishna struggled for control in the first two matches despite taking wickets. The batting unit is set to remain unchanged, with Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer and KL Rahul continuing to form the core, while Nitish Kumar Reddy is likely to retain his place and Kuldeep Yadav’s spot remains secure despite an expensive outing last time out.
India (predicted playing XI): Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill (C), Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, Ravindra Jadeja/Ayush Badoni, KL Rahul (WK), Nitish Kumar Reddy, Harshit Rana, Kuldeep Yadav, Prasidh Krishna/Arshdeep Singh, Mohammed Siraj
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New Zealand Team News
New Zealand arrive with a settled and well-balanced side built around a strong middle order and a disciplined bowling attack. Daryl Mitchell continues to be the backbone of the batting line-up. Devon Conway provides stability at the top, with his ability to rotate strike and punish loose deliveries making him a key figure in setting up competitive totals.
With the ball, Kyle Jamieson has been a major threat and will look to exploit any early movement against India’s top order. Zak Foulkes adds further control and balance.
New Zealand (predicted playing XI): Henry Nicholls, Will Young, Kyle Jamieson, Devon Conway, Zakary Foulkes, Daryl Mitchell, Mitchell Hay (wk), Michael Bracewell (c), Glenn Phillips, Kristian Clarke, Jayden Lennox
Players to Watch – India vs New Zealand 3rd ODI
Virat Kohli (India): Still India’s most dependable and no.1 ODI batter, Kohli comes into the 3rd ODI in outstanding form, scoring 577 runs in his last ten matches at an average of 72.13. On a batting-friendly surface, he is expected to anchor the innings and lead India’s run-scoring once again.
Daryl Mitchell (New Zealand): Mitchell remains New Zealand’s batting backbone, averaging a remarkable 114.6 in recent ODIs. If New Zealand are to challenge India, Mitchell’s contribution with the bat will be central.
Kyle Jamieson (New Zealand): Jamieson has been New Zealand’s standout bowler in the series, taking 12 wickets in just five matches. His height, bounce, and ability to move the ball early make him a genuine threat to India’s top order.
India vs. New Zealand odds: Who is the favourite?
According to Dafabet, India enter the third ODI as favourites priced at 1.28 compared to New Zealand’s 3.37.
Odds* (click here to bet) | |
India | 1.28 |
New Zealand | 3.37 |
*odds are correct at the time of publish
TSN’s Top 3 Predictions:
- India to win the match
- Virat Kohli to score 50+ runs
- Kyle Jamieson to be New Zealand’s leading wicket-taker
IND vs. NZ live scorecard: 3rd ODI
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Where to watch IND vs. NZ 3rd ODI in India
- Venue: Holkar Cricket Stadium, Indore
- Date & Time (IST): January 18, Sunday, 1:30 p.m
- Live Telecast & Streaming Details: Star Sports Network / JioHotstar
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