Written by: Ankit Yadav
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India and New Zealand played a three-match Test series in October and November 2024. The matches were held in Bengaluru, Pune, and Mumbai. New Zealand played better in all three games and won the series 3-0. Each match had exciting moments, but India couldn’t secure a win. Here’s a look at the match results and key details.

India vs New Zealand Test Tour Highlights And Results

India vs New Zealand Test winners
Source: The Hindu
Test MatchDateVenueTimingResult
1st TestWed, 16 Oct – Sun, 20 Oct 2024Bengaluru, M.Chinnaswamy Stadium9:30 AM (IST)New Zealand won by 8 wkts
2nd TestThu, 24 Oct – Mon, 28 Oct 2024Pune, Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium9:30 AM (IST)New Zealand won by 113 runs
3rd TestFri, 01 Nov – Tue, 05 Nov 2024Mumbai, Wankhede Stadium9:30 AM (IST)New Zealand won by 25 runs

India vs New Zealand Squads

Rohit Sharma led the Indian team, while Tom Latham captained New Zealand. Both teams fielded their strongest lineups, with a blend of experienced players and emerging talents.

Despite India’s efforts, New Zealand’s strong performances across all matches secured them a 3-0 series victory. Fans saw some incredible cricket from both teams throughout the series.

India vs NZ In Tests: Head To Head

The rivalry between India and New Zealand in Test cricket has been long-standing and closely contested. Let’s take a look at their head-to-head statistics:

StatisticIndiaNew Zealand
Matches Played6565
Won2216
Lost1622
Drawn2727
Tied00
Home Won1710
Away Won52
Neutral Won01

These statistics reveal some interesting insights:

  1. India and New Zealand have faced each other in 62 Test matches, reflecting a rich history of competition.India has won 22 matches, while New Zealand has won 13, giving India the upper hand in their encounters.Both teams have performed better on home soil:
  2. India has won 17 Test matches at home.
  3. New Zealand has secured 10 home victories.

Conclusion: New Zealand Wins Test Series 3-0

The Test series turned out to be a dominant display by New Zealand, as they won all three matches and secured a 3-0 series victory. While India had moments of brilliance, they couldn’t capitalize on key situations, allowing New Zealand to take full control.

New Zealand’s strong performances with both bat and ball proved decisive, as they outplayed India in crucial moments. This series win adds to their growing success in Test cricket, while India will look to regroup and work on their weaknesses for future matches.

About the Author

Meet Ankit Yadav, a dedicated cricket analyst at The Cricket Panda. Growing up playing street leagues and college tournaments, Ankit's love for cricket has been a lifelong journey. With a knack for numbers and a talent for data analysis, he brings a unique perspective to cricket reporting. At The Cricket Panda, Ankit combines his passion for cricket with his expertise in data analysis to provide fans with in-depth insights and comprehensive coverage of the sport.

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