India vs New Zealand 3rd ODI: Indore pitch report, key stadium stats

After a thrilling second ODI, where New Zealand leveled the three-match series 1-1, India and New Zealand will face off in a decisive third and final match today, at the Holkar Cricket Stadium in Indore. India skipper Shubman Gill has won the toss and decided to field first on the day.    Check IND vs NZ 3rd ODI LIVE SCORE UPDATES and full scorecard here  The series is now on the line, and if New Zealand clinches the win, they will secure their first-ever ODI series victory on Indian soil, two years after their historic Test series win in India.

 

India, despite losing the second ODI, has a strong squad. Skipper Shubman Gill and vice-captain Shreyas Iyer are in form, with Virat Kohli also showing good signs of form. KL Rahul has been providing support in the middle order, but Rohit Sharma will be eager to score big after two low scores in the series. While India’s pacers have been solid, the spin department has struggled, and the team will need the spinners to step up in Indore. Additionally, Washington Sundar's injury has led to Nitish Reddy coming in as a replacement, making this his potential final chance to prove himself.  Check ICC T20 World Cup 2026 full schedule here

 

New Zealand has been in fine form, with their top order looking solid and both spinners and pacers performing well. Despite their relative lack of experience, the Kiwis are confident and will look to make history by winning their first ODI series in India.

 

India vs New Zealand 3rd ODI Holkar Cricket Stadium, Indore Pitch report

 

The pitch at Holkar Cricket Stadium in Indore is typically favorable for batting, with high-scoring games being a regular occurrence. This match is expected to follow suit, offering a solid foundation for the batsmen. However, as the game advances, the pitch tends to offer some support to bowlers, especially in the latter stages. This makes it challenging for teams to chase down large totals in the second innings. While early runs can be easier to come by, the game often shifts in favor of the bowlers as the match progresses, adding an extra layer of excitement and unpredictability to the contest.

 

India vs New Zealand: Head-to-head stats in ODIs in Indore

 

The India vs New Zealand ODI match on Sunday, January 18 will be the second time these two sides will be playing an ODI match against each other at this venue. The first encounter came back January, 2023 when India beat the Kiwis by 90 runs in Indore.

 

Most recent ODI match in Indore

 

The most recent ODI encounter in Indore was played back in 2023 when India faced Australia on September 24. The match went in the favour of the hosts who won by 99 runs on the night.

 

Indore Stadium key stats 

Holkar Stadium, Indore key stats
Statistical Category	Value
Total Matches	12
Matches Won Batting First	7
Matches Won Bowling First	5
Average 1st Innings Score	292
Average 2nd Innings Score	243
Highest Total Recorded	418/5 (50 overs) - IND vs WI
Lowest Total Recorded	97/10 (24 overs) - RSAW vs AUSW
Highest Score Chased	294/5 (47.5 overs) - IND vs AUS
Lowest Score Defended	247/9 (50 overs) - IND vs RSA