After Hamilton’s rain interruption, a revamped Team India led by stand-in captain Shreyas Iyer faces Mitchell Santner’s New Zealand in the 4th ODI at Mount Maunganui on Friday, November 13, 2026 (7:30 AM IST).
- Match Timing & Venue: Toss goes up at 7:00 AM IST with first ball at 7:30 AM IST (3:00 PM local NZDT) under afternoon-into-twilight conditions at Bay Oval.
- Split-Squad Captaincy Shift: With Test regulars shifting focus toward red-ball preparation, Shreyas Iyer captains India alongside vice-captain Ishan Kishan, Rohit Sharma, and Virat Kohli.
- Tactical Pitch Edge: Coastal crosswinds and late sunset movement off Bay Oval’s grass-tinged deck test middle-order adaptability against New Zealand’s pace trio.
Friday morning brings a fresh tactical complexion to New Zealand’s coastal Bay of Plenty as the white-ball leg pivots into its decisive final stretch. When India meets New Zealand in the 4th ODI on November 13, 2026 at Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui (7:30 AM IST / 3:00 PM NZDT), the headline storyline stretches far beyond series points: with Test-bound stars departing ahead of red-ball duty, a reshaped Indian unit enters its first audition under stand-in skipper Shreyas Iyer.
Following rain interruptions that soured the damp 3rd ODI chapter in Hamilton and major squad announcements shaping New Zealand vs India red-ball Test squads at the Basin Reserve, Friday’s clash gives Indian bench batters, domestic pace breakthroughs, and seasoned icons Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli a golden daylight-to-floodlight examine on one of cricket’s truest batting decks.
IND vs NZ 4th ODI Schedule, Start Time & Venue Snapshot
With Australia vs England’s 1st ODI clash in Perth also firing up across the Tasman Sea tomorrow morning, cricket viewers across India face an early-riser double-header. Note the half-hour later local NZ afternoon start compared to standard 2:00 PM NZDT fixtures—giving evening dew and coastal sea breezes a bigger role during the second innings chase.
| Fixture Detail | Official Match Specification |
|---|---|
| Fixture | India vs New Zealand, 4th ODI (5-Match Series 2026) |
| Date | Friday, November 13, 2026 |
| Venue | Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui, New Zealand |
| First Ball Timing | 7:30 AM IST / 3:00 PM NZDT (Toss at 7:00 AM IST / 2:30 PM NZDT) |
| India Leadership | Shreyas Iyer (Captain) & Ishan Kishan (Vice-Captain / WK) |
| New Zealand Leadership | Mitchell Santner (Captain) |
Updated Squads: Experience Anchors Fresh Domestic Contenders
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI official squad bulletins) opted for targeted rotation across games four and five, balancing senior white-ball heavyweights against emerging domestic pace and power-hitting prospects:
- India 4th & 5th ODI Squad: Shreyas Iyer (C), Ishan Kishan (VC & WK), Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Tilak Varma, Kumar Kushagra (WK), Nitish Kumar Reddy, Axar Patel, Naman Dhir, Kuldeep Yadav, Arshdeep Singh, Mohammed Siraj, Yash Thakur, Gurnoor Brar, Auqib Nabi.
- New Zealand Squad: Mitchell Santner (C), Finn Allen, Michael Bracewell, Mark Chapman, Devon Conway (WK), Jacob Duffy, Lockie Ferguson, Matt Henry, Daryl Mitchell, Henry Nicholls, Glenn Phillips, Tim Seifert (WK), Nathan Smith.
Pay close attention to the middle and lower order India rolls onto Mount Maunganui’s grass. With Nitish Kumar Reddy, Naman Dhir, Tilak Varma, and uncapped quick options Auqib Nabi, Yash Thakur, and Gurnoor Brar competing for international footprints—right alongside headline IPL 2027 franchise trade speculation buzz shifting white-ball stock across franchises—selectors get a pressure-cooked look at who clears coastal boundaries cleanest under lights.
Bay Oval Pitch Report: True Pace, Coastal Crosswinds & Twilight Swing
Mount Maunganui consistently ranks among New Zealand’s sharpest batting surfaces early in a 50-over contest before subtle coastal physics turn the chase intriguing:
- True Bounce Across Powerplay 1: Bay Oval’s clay-rich surface carries uniform pace, letting front-foot stroke makers like Rohit Sharma, Finn Allen, and Devon Conway hit through the line without worrying about erratic two-paced stops.
- Sea Breeze & Square Boundaries: Sitting minutes from Pacific beaches beneath Mount Mauao’s shadow, Bay Oval channels crisp crosswinds across square boundaries. Wrist spinners like Kuldeep Yadav and slow-left-arm operators Mitchell Santner and Axar Patel routinely exploit drift away from a batter’s hitting arc.
- Evening Floodlight Zip: Because a 3:00 PM NZDT start pushes the second innings deep under halogen floodlights past 7:00 PM local time, new white Kookaburras bowled by Matt Henry, Lockie Ferguson, Mohammed Siraj, and Arshdeep Singh often swing sharper in overs 1–10 of the chase than during afternoon glare.
Winning the toss tomorrow leaves captains weighing a classic modern dilemma: put 310+ on the board in calm sunlit conditions and force opponents to negotiate twilight swing, or chase under lights on a deck that rarely cracks apart in the final twenty overs.
Three Crucial Matchups Shaping Friday’s 4th ODI
While star power fills broadcast graphics, three tactical chess matches inside overs 1 through 40 will dictate whether India clinches control or New Zealand levels momentum:
1. Rohit & Kohli’s Powerplay Tempo vs Matt Henry & Lockie Ferguson
Matt Henry’s upright seam hits uncomfortable hard lengths on Bay Oval before Lockie Ferguson cranks speeds past 145 km/h through the first change spell. If Rohit Sharma forces early field spreads while Virat Kohli dictates strike rotation into overs 12–25, India neutralizes New Zealand’s deadliest new-ball window before Santner’s squeeze begins.
2. Shreyas Iyer’s Captaincy & Spin Matchups in the Middle Overs
Wearing the captain’s armband highlights Shreyas Iyer’s footwork directly against Mitchell Santner and Michael Bracewell. Historically ruthless when stepping down the track against finger spin, Iyer alongside Ishan Kishan and Tilak Varma must keep the run rate hovering near 6.0 an over through overs 18–35 so finishers Axar Patel and Nitish Kumar Reddy launch cleanly into the final ten.
3. Arshdeep & Siraj Navigating Finn Allen’s Opening Burst & Late Death Overs
New Zealand rarely lets white-ball totals drift defensively at home. Finn Allen treats Powerplay overs like an extended Super Over, backed up by Devon Conway’s composure and Daryl Mitchell’s heavy spin-hitting down the ground. Giving Arshdeep Singh two slips early and keeping Kuldeep Yadav sharp through overs 20–38 gives India its cleanest route to prying open New Zealand’s middle order.
Death-over execution between overs 41 and 50 deserves equal attention under Mount Maunganui floodlights. With India rotating youthful domestic fast bowlers like Yash Thakur, Gurnoor Brar, and Auqib Nabi alongside Mohammed Siraj, nailing wide yorkers away from Daryl Mitchell and Glenn Phillips’ arc becomes decisive whenever batters arrive settled past the 35-over mark. A disciplined Par-300 chase requires sharp boundary riding along the short square pockets where coastal breezes reward mishits.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the India vs New Zealand 4th ODI start in IST?
The 4th ODI starts on Friday, November 13, 2026 at 7:30 AM IST (3:00 PM NZDT), with the coin toss taking place at 7:00 AM IST.
Who is India’s captain for the 4th ODI against New Zealand?
Shreyas Iyer captains India for the 4th and 5th ODIs in New Zealand, with Ishan Kishan serving as vice-captain and wicketkeeper following Test squad departures.
Is Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma playing in the 4th ODI squad?
Yes, both Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli are named in India’s 16-member squad for the 4th and 5th ODIs alongside emerging pace and batting options.
What kind of pitch is Bay Oval in Mount Maunganui?
Bay Oval typically offers true, even bounce rewarding confident stroke play during afternoon sunshine, paired with coastal crosswinds and helpful twilight swing for new-ball pacers under floodlights.
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