India vs New Zealand, T20 World Cup 2026 Final Predicted XIs:

Suryakumar Yadav’s India will take on Mitchell Santner-led New Zealand in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 final at Ahmedabad's Narendra Modi Stadium, with the reigning champions eyeing a record third title on Sunday.

The BlackCaps, however, have a history of upsetting India in major tournaments, making this a thrilling encounter.

TOSS - The match toss between India and New Zealand will take place at 6:30 PM IST.

Time - March 8, 7 PM IST

Venue - Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad

Where To Watch India vs New Zealand Match Live In India?

The T20 World Cup 2026 summit clash between India and New Zealand will be live-streamed on the JioHotstar app and website.

India vs New Zealand T20 World Cup 2026 Final Narendra Modi Pitch Report:

The Narendra Modi Stadium's high-scoring reputation precedes it, with its bouncy pitch expected to suit fierce batting. Batting conditions look mature for big scores, setting the stage for a thrilling encounter. The fast outfield and big square boundaries will aid the batter, while bowlers can control early swing.

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IND vs NZ: Ahmedabad Weather Report

Ahmedabad's evening forecast indicates a sweltering 30°C with 25 per cent humidity, setting the stage for a searing final.

India vs New Zealand, T20 World Cup 2026 Final Predicted XIs

India: Sanju Samson (wk), Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan, Suryakumar Yadav (c), Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya, Shivam Dube, Axar Patel, Arshdeep Singh, Varun Chakravarthy, Jasprit Bumrah.

New Zealand: Tim Seifert (wk), Finn Allen, Rachin Ravindra, Mark Chapman, Glenn Phillips, Daryl Mitchell, Mitchell Santner (c), James Neesham, Cole McConchie, Matt Henry, Lockie Ferguson.

India vs New Zealand, T20 World Cup 2026 Final

New Zealand Squad: Tim Seifert(w), Finn Allen, Rachin Ravindra, Glenn Phillips, Mark Chapman, Daryl Mitchell, James Neesham, Mitchell Santner(c), Cole McConchie, Matt Henry, Lockie Ferguson, Devon Conway, Kyle Jamieson, Ish Sodhi, Jacob Duffy.

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India Squad: Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson(w), Ishan Kishan, Suryakumar Yadav(c), Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya, Shivam Dube, Axar Patel, Arshdeep Singh, Varun Chakaravarthy, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj, Rinku Singh, Washington Sundar, Kuldeep Yadav.