India vs New Zealand ODI series will end with the fifth and final match on Sunday 15 November 2026. India will go into the game having won the first four matches 2-1 but will be hoping to finish off the five-match series with another win while New Zealand will hope to bounce back in front of their home crowd and level the series 2-2.
The final ODI is shaping up to be an interesting contest as both teams want to end the series on a high. India will be looking to bounce back from their disappointing performance in the fourth match while New Zealand will want to retain momentum after their massive victory.
India vs New Zealand: What happened in the previous ODI?
New Zealand beat India by 244 runs in the fourth ODI at Bay Oval in Mount Maunganui on November 13.
Batting first New Zealand made 333 runs with Will Young scoring a brilliant century (125 off 108 balls). He was a key player in taking the hosts to a big total.
India’s bowling didn’t get the job done against New Zealand batters. But the biggest disappointment was India’s chase.
The visitors were bowled out for just 89 in 26.4 overs. Matt Henry was the pick of the bowlers with six wickets for 27 runs.
It was India’s second biggest loss by runs in ODI cricket so the final match would be an opportunity for the team to respond.
Can India Seal the Series With a Win?
India have won the first two ODIs and lead 2-1 in the five match series. The third ODI was washed out due to rain while New Zealand won the fourth match.
A win in the final ODI will see India finish with a 3-1 series win.
Stand-in captain Shreyas Iyer will want to see a better batting performance from his team and experienced players Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli will be crucial for India’s chances.
They’ll need a better start with the bat and partnerships improved to avoid another collapse against New Zealand’s bowling.
Can New Zealand Make It 2-2?
New Zealand have the chance to finish on level terms in the series by winning the fifth ODI.
The hosts will take heart from their dominant fourth-match performance (Will Young and Matt Henry stand out) but they will also be buoyed by the performances of their opponents.
Mitchell Santner’s men will look to make use of home conditions and put pressure on India batting lineup.
However New Zealand cannot win the five-match series at this stage. A win would only take the series score to 2-2 and India would still have the series lead.
India vs New Zealand 5th ODI: When and Where to Watch?
When and where can you watch India vs New Zealand’s 5th ODI match? The second T20I of the series will be played at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Wednesday.
The fifth ODI between India and New Zealand will be played on Sunday 15 November 2026 at Bay Oval in Mount Maunganui, New Zealand.
The match will start at 7:30 AM IST (Indian Standard Time). Toss is scheduled for 7:00 AM IST.
Indian cricket fans can watch the live telecast on Sony Sports Network. Online streaming will be available through SonyLIV app and website (subscription required).
Match Details
- Match: India vs New Zealand, 5th ODI
- Date: November 15, 2026
- Day: Sunday
- Venue: Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui, New Zealand
- Match Start: 7:30 AM IST
- Toss: 7:00 AM IST
- Live Telecast: Sony Sports Network
- Live Streaming: SonyLIV
- Series Score: India lead 2-1
What to Expect From the Final ODI?
India will go into the final match looking to bounce back after their fourth-ODI batting collapse while New Zealand will be hoping they can take their winning momentum into the final.
India have already won the series so now it’s a question of whether the visitors can finish 3-1 or New Zealand can make it 2-2.
Cricket fans will get to see an end to the ODI series at Bay Oval.
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