New Zealand Test Squad vs India 2026: Full NZ vs IND WTC Schedule & Team List
The New Zealand cricket board has officially revealed its 14-member squad for the highly anticipated two-match Test series against India. This high-voltage series is a major part of the ongoing 2025–2027 ICC World Test Championship (WTC) cycle.
With vital WTC points on the line, the Blackcaps have packed their squad with proven red-ball specialists to challenge the visiting Indian side on fast, bouncy home tracks.
Rachin Ravindra Returns to the Setup
The biggest talking point from this official announcement is the return of star batting all-rounder Rachin Ravindra. He has been named in the 14-man lineup and will look to prove his match fitness ahead of the series opener.
Tom Latham will lead the side as captain, with Tom Blundell handling the wicketkeeping duties. The Kiwi batting order looks incredibly solid with the presence of Devon Conway, Daryl Mitchell, and the aggressive Glenn Phillips.
On the bowling front, New Zealand has selected a lethal pace attack tailored perfectly for their home conditions. The tall and dangerous Kyle Jamieson joins forces with Matt Henry, Blair Tickner, and Jacob Duffy to put the Indian top order under serious pressure.
Full New Zealand Test Squad vs India (Official 14-Member List)
Here is the exact squad announced by New Zealand to face India in the upcoming Test series:
| Player Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Tom Latham | Captain (C) |
| Tom Blundell | Wicketkeeper (WK) |
| Devon Conway | Batter |
| Will Young | Batter |
| Henry Nicholls | Batter |
| Rachin Ravindra | Batting All-Rounder |
| Daryl Mitchell | All-Rounder |
| Glenn Phillips | All-Rounder |
| Mitchell Santner | Bowling All-Rounder |
| Matt Henry | Fast Bowler |
| Kyle Jamieson | Fast Bowler |
| Jacob Duffy | Fast Bowler |
| Blair Tickner | Fast Bowler |
| Nathan Smith | Bowler |
NZ vs IND Test Series 2026: Complete Schedule, Date, Time & Venue
For fans waiting to catch the action, the series features two Test matches played at traditional New Zealand venues. Based on the official ICC data, here is the complete A to Z schedule with exact dates and timings:
| Match | Date | Venue (Stadium) | Local Time | Indian Standard Time (IST) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st Test | Nov 19 – 23, 2026 | Basin Reserve, Wellington | 11:00 AM | 03:30 AM |
| 2nd Test | Nov 27 – Dec 1, 2026 | Hagley Oval, Christchurch | 11:00 AM | 03:30 AM |
(Note: Because of the massive time zone difference, the matches will start very early in the morning for fans tuning in from India.)
With New Zealand desperate to dominate at home and India fighting to secure their spot at the top of the World Test Championship points table, this series is guaranteed to deliver five days of classic red-ball cricket.
