New Zealand vs. India 2nd ODI Prediction: Wellington, Nov. 7, 2026
Preview and picks for the second ODI between New Zealand and India in Wellington after India won the rain-shortened opener.
India lead the five-match ODI series 1-0 heading to Wellington for the second game on Saturday, Nov. 7. It is a day/night match starting at 3 p.m. local time, which is Friday evening in the US. The series continues in Hamilton on Nov. 10 and finishes with two games at Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui, on Nov. 13 and 15.
What happened in the first ODI
India won by five wickets on the DLS method at Eden Park. New Zealand were bowled out for 185 in 40.2 overs, and India chased the revised target at 143/5 in 22.4 overs. Virat Kohli made the game safe with 74 off 51 balls. Jacob Duffy was New Zealand's best bowler with 3-49.
What to watch in Wellington
- New Zealand's batting. Being bowled out inside 41 overs at home is the problem to fix, and the top order has to survive the new ball under lights.
- Kohli's form. A fast 74 in the opener; he is the player the Black Caps have to get out early.
- Weather. The opener was cut short, and Wellington wind and rain can shorten games too, which tends to help the team batting second under DLS.
Our pick
India to win and go 2-0 up. India's batting depth was the difference in the first game and nothing in New Zealand's performance suggests that changes in three days. If conditions favor bowling first, look at India chasing. For player props, Kohli as top India batter is a reasonable price play.
Our picks
- India to win the 2nd ODI
- Kohli top India batter
- India to win the series
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Sources: ESPN - New Zealand vs. India series · Khel Now - 1st ODI scorecard · Khel Now - ODI schedule and venues
Predictions are ChalkEdge's opinion from the data available when this was written, not a guarantee. Lines and lineups change: check the current line before you play.