India and New Zealand are poised to compete for the opportunity to claim the ICC Champions Trophy at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, marking a significant moment as either team seeks to secure its first piece of ODI silverware in several years. The rivalry between India and New Zealand has become well-established, with the Kiwis having emerged victorious against the Indians more frequently in recent encounters.

Although India triumphed over New Zealand during the group stages of this tournament and secured victories in two matches during the 2023 ODI World Cup, including the semifinal, they are also reminded of past disappointments. These include the loss in the 2019 World Cup semifinal, the defeat in the WTC final in 2021, and for some, the painful memory of the 2000 Champions Trophy final in Kenya, where Chris Cairns led the Kiwis to their inaugural ICC white-ball trophy.

The following outlines the head-to-head statistics between India and New Zealand in ODI cricket:
India vs New Zealand head-to-head

India and New Zealand have faced each other 119 times in ODI cricket, with India maintaining a substantial advantage in this rivalry. The Indian team has secured 61 victories, while New Zealand has won 50 times, alongside one tie and seven matches with no result.

In their last ten completed ODIs, India holds a slight edge over New Zealand with a 6-4 record. However, this statistic does not fully capture the context, as India is currently on a six-match winning streak against the Kiwis. Notably, New Zealand's previous victories occurred in home conditions and included the semifinal in Manchester, while India has excelled in Asian conditions.

India vs New Zealand head-to-head at ICC events

In the context of ICC events, the competition between these two teams is evenly matched. In a total of ten World Cup matches and two Champions Trophy encounters, both teams have achieved six victories each. The record stands at 5-5 in World Cups and 1-1 in the Champions Trophy, indicating a balanced rivalry.

Nevertheless, India enters this matchup with favorable recent form, having won their last three encounters consecutively. This trend appears to be continuing against New Zealand.

India do have the recent form, however, having won the last three matches in a row. The trend continues here, with New Zealand’s wins coming largely in England and at home, plus that 2000 win in Kenya, while India have had the rub of the green in Asian conditions.

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