IND vs NZ 2nd ODI: When and where to watch, Rajkot weather forecast, online streaming, pitch report - All you need to know

NEW DELHI: Virat Kohli’s commanding form has helped India ride out growing injury worries around a few key players, and the hosts will be keen that the list doesn’t expand as they push to wrap up the ODI series against New Zealand in the second match on Wednesday.

India began the series on a positive note with a four-wicket win in the opener at Vadodara, though they were dealt a blow when Washington Sundar was ruled out of the remainder of the series with a side strain.The selectors have called up Delhi batter Ayush Badoni, but it is more likely that India will opt to include another all-rounder in Nitish Kumar Reddy, in line with head coach Gautam Gambhir’s preference for players who offer multiple skills.

India had already suffered a setback on the eve of the first ODI when Rishabh Pant was struck while batting against the throw-down staff and subsequently ruled out of the series. His absence led to the inclusion of Dhruv Jurel, who also provides the team management with the option of playing an additional specialist batter if they choose that route.

India vs New Zealand 2nd ODI: Live streaming details

IND vs NZ: When is the 2nd ODI?The second ODI between India and New Zealand will be played on Wednesday, January 14, 2026.

IND vs NZ: What time does the 2nd ODI begin?The match will get underway at 1:30 PM IST, with the toss scheduled for 1:00 PM IST.IND vs NZ: Where is the 2nd ODI being held?The second ODI will be staged at the Niranjan Shah Stadium in Rajkot.IND vs NZ: Where will the 2nd ODI be telecast?The match will be broadcast live on the Star Sports Network.IND vs NZ: Where can fans watch the 2nd ODI online?Live updates and coverage of the match will be available on TimesofIndia.com.

IND vs NZ 2nd ODI - Probable XIs

India (probable): 1 Shubman Gill (capt.), 2 Rohit Sharma, 3 Virat Kohli, 4 Shreyas Iyer, 5 KL Rahul (wk), 6 Nitish Kumar Reddy/Ayush Badoni, 7 Ravindra Jadeja, 8 Harshit Rana, 9 Kuldeep Yadav, 10 Arshdeep Singh, 11 Mohammed SirajNew Zealand (probable): 1 Devon Conway, 2 Henry Nicholls, 3 Will Young, 4 Daryl Mitchell, 5 Mitchell Hay (wk), 6 Glenn Phillips, 7 Michael Bracewell (capt.), 8 Kristian Clarke, 9 Kyle Jamieson, 10 Zak Foulkes, 11 Adithya Ashok/Jayden Lennox

IND vs NZ 2nd ODI - Pitch report

The surface at the Niranjan Shah Stadium for the second India–New Zealand ODI is expected to heavily favour batters, setting the stage for a run-fest.

Traditionally offering true bounce, wickets at this venue allow stroke-makers to play with confidence, as the ball comes nicely onto the bat. With consistent carry and minimal unpredictability, batters should find it easy to play their shots and score freely.

IND vs NZ 2nd ODI - Weather forecast in Rajkot

Weather conditions are set to remain clear for the India vs New Zealand match in Rajkot, with no threat of rain throughout the day. The temperature is expected to peak at around 28°C, while the mercury could drop to nearly 14°C during the cooler hours.

IND vs NZ 2nd ODI SQUADS:

India: Shubman Gill (c), Yashasvi Jaiswal, Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, KL Rahul (wk), Dhruv Jurel (wk), Ravindra Jadeja, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Ayush Badoni, Kuldeep Yadav, Arshdeep Singh, Prasidh Krishna, Mohammed Siraj, Harshit Rana.New Zealand: Michael Bracewell (c), Devon Conway (wk), Mitchell Hay (wk), Nick Kelly, Henry Nicholls, Will Young, Josh Clarkson, Zak Foulkes, Daryl Mitchell, Glenn Phillips, Adithya Ashok, Kristian Clarke, Kyle Jamieson, Jayden Lennox, Michael Rae.