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New Zealand A vs India A, NZA vs IND A 2026, Today Match Prediction
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NZA vs IND A Win Probability
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Can India A take a 1-0 series lead?
- Devdutt Padikkal has scored 231 runs in the series at an average of 115.50, with a highest score of 199.
- Simon Keene has taken 6 wickets in the series at an average of 7.16, with best figures of 5 for 24.
- Curtis Heaphy has scored 134 runs in the series at an average of 134.00, including a 90* that saved the first match for New Zealand A.
India A to Win!
| Tournament: | India A tour of New Zealand, 2026 |
| Format: | test |
| Venue: | Hagley Oval, Christchurch, New Zealand |
| Toss Prediction: | To Bowl |
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NZA vs IND A Match Prediction & Analysis
New Zealand A and India A will meet in the 2nd unofficial Test of the India A Tour of New Zealand 2026 at Hagley Oval in Christchurch.
New Zealand A bowled India A out for just 113 in the first innings in Lincoln and then scored 317 to take a big lead. India A bounced back well in the 2nd innings, scoring 516 runs, with Devdutt Padikkal missing a double century by just one run after making 199. This set New Zealand A a target of 313 runs.
The home side ended the match at 187 for 9, with Curtis Heaphy unbeaten on 90. India A were just one wicket away from winning, but bad light stopped play and the match ended in a draw.
The two teams last met in India in 2022, when India A won the three-match series by 1-0 where 2 matches ended in draws, while India A won the Bengaluru Test by 113 runs. Interestingly, 4 of the last 5 Tests between these sides have ended in draws.
RECENT PERFORMANCE
NZA
L
L
L
W
W
NZA
158/8 in 20.0 7.9
181/5 in 20.0 9.05
150/8 in 20.0 7.5
152/4 in 18.3 8.22
119/3 in 13.2 8.93
118/10 in 19.4 6
IND A
W
L
L
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W
IND A
275/10 in 47.3 5.79
IND A vs AUS A 2026
India A beat Australia A by 49 runs226/10 in 46.2 4.88
206/10 in 45.2 4.54
IND A vs AUS A 2026
Australia A beat India A by 69 runs275/10 in 49.5 5.52
149/10 in 31.4 4.71
IND A vs AUS A 2026
Australia A beat India A by 125 runs274/10 in 48.2 5.67
334/10 in 117.3 2.84
IND A vs AUS A 2026
India A beat Australia A by 162 runs171/10 in 55.3 3.08
366/10 in 110.0 3.33
SLA vs IND A 2026
India A beat Sri Lanka A by 10 wickets543/9 in 143.3 3.78
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TEAMS PREVIEW
New Zealand A Preview
New Zealand A will be happy to head to Christchurch with the series still level. They had a great chance to win the first match after bowling India A out for just 113 and taking a 204 run lead. However, they ended up losing 9 wickets while chasing 313, and Curtis Heaphy's unbeaten 90 and bad light helped them escape with a draw. At Hagley Oval, New Zealand A will look to finish the job their bowlers started in Lincoln.
Curtis Heaphy has been New Zealand A's best batter in the series so far, scoring 134 runs at an average of 134.00. He made 44 in the first innings and followed it up with an unbeaten 90 off 187 balls in the second innings to save his team.
Captain Rhys Mariu scored 78 runs in the match, including 76 in the first innings, while Dean Foxcroft added 93 runs at an average of 46.50, with scores of 51 and 42. Kristian Clarke also contributed 45 runs from the lower order. However, New Zealand A need more runs from their top order. Mariu's 76 was their only fifty from the top order, while Boyle and Robinson managed just 21 runs between them in the match.
Simon Keene and Zak Gibson have both taken 6 wickets in the series so far. Keene has an average of 7.16, thanks to his brilliant 5 for 24 that bowled India A out for 113 in the first innings. Gibson has taken his 6 wickets at an average of 18.16, with his best figures being 3 for 29 in the same innings. Kristian Clarke has picked up 3 wickets, while Jayden Lennox has taken 2.
Key Players: Curtis Heaphy, Dean Foxcroft, Simon Keene
New Zealand A Predicted Playing XI:
Rhys Mariu (c), Matthew Boyle, Tim Robinson, Dean Foxcroft, Mitchell Hay (wk), Curtis Heaphy, Kristian Clarke, Simon Keene, Zak Gibson, Jarrod McKay, Jayden Lennox
New Zealand A Key Players From Previous Game Of India A tour of New Zealand, 2026
India A Preview
India A will feel they missed a good chance to take the lead in the series. After being bowled out for just 113 in the first innings, they made a great comeback with 516 runs in their second innings and had New Zealand A 9 wickets down while defending 313. However, bad light stopped play and the match ended in a draw.
Dhruv Jurel will lead the side again in Christchurch, but there are a few changes to the squad. KL Rahul, who played in the first match, is not part of the squad for this game, while Shikhar Mohan has been added for the last two matches. Rishabh Pant is also reported to be out of the first two matches due to a left-side strain, although his name still appears on the squad page. The biggest positive for India A is Devdutt Padikkal's form.
Devdutt Padikkal has been India's best batter in the series so far, scoring 231 runs at an average of 115.50. After making 32 in the first innings, he scored 199 off 248 balls in the second innings and missed out on a double century by just one run.
Yash Rathod has also done well, scoring 110 runs at an average of 110.00, including an unbeaten 44 and a 66. Sai Sudharsan added 91 runs in the second innings, while Washington Sundar scored 52. However, Yashasvi Jaiswal managed just 22 runs across the match, and captain Dhruv Jurel scored only 3. Both will be looking to make a better contribution in Christchurch. Rahul's absence is a change for the batting order, but India A still have enough depth to put up a good total.
Auqib Nabi has led India's bowling attack in the series, taking 6 wickets at an average of 16.16. He picked up 3 in the first innings and followed it with 3 for 28 in the second, helping India A come close to a win. Anshul Kamboj has taken 4 wickets at an average of 25.75, with best figures of 3 for 52, while Akash Deep has picked up 3 wickets.
Washington Sundar and Mukesh Choudhary have taken 2 wickets each, and Padikkal also chipped in with two wickets for just 11 runs. India A took 19 of the 20 New Zealand A wickets across the match, so their bowlers will be confident heading into the Christchurch game. They will look to make good use of the conditions at Hagley Oval and put pressure on the home side from the start.
Key Players: Devdutt Padikkal, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Auqib Nabi
India A Predicted Playing XI:
Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shikhar Mohan, Sai Sudharsan, Devdutt Padikkal, Yash Rathod, Dhruv Jurel (c & wk), Washington Sundar, Anshul Kamboj, Auqib Nabi, Akash Deep, Mukesh Choudhary
India A Key Players From Previous Game Of India A tour of New Zealand, 2026
PITCH AND WEATHER CONDITIONS
Weather Conditions
Christchurch is expected to have sunny weather on the first day, with temperatures around 15°C. The second and third days will be warmer, with temperatures reaching 22°C under mostly cloudy skies. Showers are forecast on the morning of the 4th day, with a 35% chance of rain. There could be some interruptions on the final day, so the teams will hope to get enough time on the field to push for a result.
NZA vs IND A Pitch Report
Hagley Oval is known for its grassy pitch, which can help fast bowlers early in the match. As the game goes on, the pitch usually becomes better for batting, and set batters can score big runs. In the 17 Tests played here, the average first-innings score is 285, while the second-innings average is 306. The highest total at the venue is New Zealand's 659/6 against Pakistan, showing that batters can make big scores once they settle in.
Batting in the 4th innings is not easy, with the average score dropping to 193. The highest successful chase at this ground is 286 for 8, achieved by New Zealand against Sri Lanka. Teams batting first have won only 4 of the 17 Tests, while teams bowling first have won 10. With showers also expected on the 4th day, the toss could play an important role. The captain winning the toss may prefer to bowl first and take advantage of the early movement for the seamers.
Score Prediction
If New Zealand A first innings: 270-320 runs
If India A first innings: 300-350 runs
Toss: To Bowl
The numbers at Hagley Oval make bowling first the better option. Teams bowling first have won 10 of the 17 Tests played at this ground, while teams batting first have won just 4.
NZA vs IND A
Winning Prediction
India A look like the better side heading into this match. They made a great comeback after being bowled out for 113 in the first innings and came very close to winning the game. Devdutt Padikkal has been in excellent form, scoring 231 runs in the series, while the bowlers took 19 wickets at Lincoln. Auqib Nabi, Anshul Kamboj and Akash Deep will be key players again.
New Zealand A also have a good pace attack, with Simon Keene and Zak Gibson taking 6 wickets each in the first match. Curtis Heaphy also showed great fight with his 90. However, their batting needs to do more, especially at the top of the order. KL Rahul's absence is a setback for India A, but with Yashasvi Jaiswal, Sai Sudharsan, Padikkal and Yash Rathod in the side, they still have a better-balanced team.
India A to Win!
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