The fourth T20I between New Zealand and India will be played at Eden Park in Auckland on Friday, October 30, 2026. With India already holding an unassailable 3-0 lead in the five-match series, the hosts will be eager to bounce back in front of their home supporters, while the visitors will aim to extend their winning run. The match is scheduled to begin at 12:30 pm IST.
NZ vs IND 4th T20I: Eden Park Pitch Report
The surface at Eden Park generally favours batters, with its relatively short boundaries allowing aggressive players to score quickly and clear the ropes with regularity. The straight boundaries are particularly short, while the square boundaries are also comparatively small, leaving bowlers with little margin for error when their lengths or lines are off target.
Fast bowlers may find some assistance with the new ball, particularly if they can generate movement or use the conditions effectively. However, once batters settle in, the ground’s dimensions can make defending totals difficult. Pacers will need to rely on slower deliveries, yorkers and changes of pace during the middle and death overs.
Spinners may also face a challenging assignment because of the short boundaries. They will need to vary their pace and use accurate lines to prevent batters from attacking freely.
Eden Park, Auckland: T20I Stats and Records
The ground has hosted several memorable international T20 matches, including successful high-scoring chases. Here are some key men’s T20I statistics at the venue:
| T20I record | Statistics |
|---|---|
| Matches played | 33 |
| Wins batting first | 16 |
| Wins batting second | 12 |
| Tied matches | 4 |
| No result | 1 |
| Average first-innings score | 162 |
| Highest team total | 245/5 – Australia |
| Lowest team total | 76 – Bangladesh |
| Highest individual score | 105* – Hasan Nawaz |
| Best bowling figures | 5/18 – Tim Southee |
Players to watch in NZ vs IND 4th T20I
India’s Abhishek Sharma will be one of the major attractions after his sensational 113 off 38 balls in the third T20I. His ability to attack from the opening overs could prove especially valuable on Eden Park’s compact ground.
For New Zealand, Glenn Phillips and Daryl Mitchell will be important figures in the batting lineup. The hosts need their experienced batters to convert starts into substantial scores if they want to challenge India’s dominant form.
