India vs New Zealand predictions, Jan 21, 2026

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In this highly anticipated Twenty20 International match between India and New Zealand on January 21, 2026, India will have the home advantage as they face off against a strong New Zealand side. India cricket has won 2 out of their last 5 matches, showing some inconsistency in their recent form. On the other hand, New Zealand cricket has been in impressive form, winning 4 out of their last 5 matches.

Bookmakers have placed the odds in favor of the home team, with India having a 1.36 odds of winning compared to New Zealand’s 2.9. Our model prediction also leans towards a home win, giving India a 63.8% chance of coming out on top. However, New Zealand cannot be counted out as they have been performing well recently and have the ability to upset the home team. It is expected to be an exciting and closely contested match between two competitive sides, with both teams having the talent and skill to come out on top.

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India 68.1%

New Zealand 31.9%

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Betting Odds

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Latest Results

18.01.26 India cricket – New Zealand cricket – 296:337 14.01.26 India cricket – New Zealand cricket – 284:286 11.01.26 India cricket – New Zealand cricket – 306:300 19.12.25 India cricket – South Africa cricket – 231:201 17.12.25 India cricket – South Africa cricket – Abandoned

18.01.26 India cricket – New Zealand cricket – 296:337 14.01.26 India cricket – New Zealand cricket – 284:286 11.01.26 India cricket – New Zealand cricket – 306:300 17.12.25 New Zealand cricket – West Indies cricket – 881:558 09.12.25 New Zealand cricket – West Indies cricket – 335:333

Facts

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, India won 3.

India has had mixed results lately (last 5 games: 3 wins).

New Zealand is showing top-class performance now (in the last 5 games, wins – 4).

In this match, India is the team to beat.

We predict that India will win today’s game, with odds of 1.36.

In the last 20 head-to-head matches, India won 10 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 10 matches, and goals 5069:4964. (average 253.5:248.2).

Latest Head To Head

18.01.26 India cricket – New Zealand cricket – 296:337 14.01.26 India cricket – New Zealand cricket – 284:286 11.01.26 India cricket – New Zealand cricket – 306:300 09.03.25 India cricket – New Zealand cricket – 254:251 02.03.25 New Zealand cricket – India cricket – 205:249

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