India’s white-ball and red-ball tour of New Zealand in 2026 is one of the most anticipated series of the summer, and tickets have been selling fast, with more than 50,000 snapped up well before the first ball. The tour runs from 22 October to 1 December and features five T20Is, five ODIs and two Tests across six venues. Demand for India matches, especially at Eden Park, is high, so fans are advised to book early. This guide covers the ticket prices, schedule, venues and how to book for every match of the tour.
India Tour of New Zealand 2026 T20I Tickets
The five-match T20I series is the hottest set of tickets on the tour, opening in Christchurch and finishing in Hamilton. Here is the schedule and the seat pricing guide.
| Match | Date | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 1st T20I | 22 October 2026 | Hagley Oval, Christchurch |
| 2nd T20I | 24 October 2026 | Hagley Oval, Christchurch |
| 3rd T20I | 27 October 2026 | Sky Stadium, Wellington |
| 4th T20I | 30 October 2026 | Eden Park, Auckland |
| 5th T20I | 1 November 2026 | Seddon Park, Hamilton |
| Seat Category | Price (NZD) |
|---|---|
| General Admission | From around $35 |
| Reserved seating (Category A and B) | Set per venue and match |
| Premium Hospitality | From around $309 |
| Children (under 14) and family zones | Discounted, family zones available |
Prices are an indicative tour-wide guide; New Zealand Cricket sets exact prices per match, and white-ball games vary by venue and demand. Confirm the figure for your match on the official ticketing platform.
India Tour of New Zealand 2026 ODI Tickets
The five ODIs run from Auckland to Mount Maunganui, including a double-header at Bay Oval. Here is the schedule and the seat pricing guide.
| Match | Date | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 1st ODI | 4 November 2026 | Eden Park, Auckland |
| 2nd ODI | 7 November 2026 | Sky Stadium, Wellington |
| 3rd ODI | 10 November 2026 | Seddon Park, Hamilton |
| 4th ODI | 13 November 2026 | Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui |
| 5th ODI | 15 November 2026 | Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui |
| Seat Category | Price (NZD) |
|---|---|
| General Admission | From around $35 |
| Reserved seating (Category A and B) | Set per venue and match |
| Premium Hospitality | From around $309 |
| Children (under 14) and family zones | Discounted, family zones available |
Prices are an indicative tour-wide guide; exact ODI prices are set per match and venue by New Zealand Cricket. Confirm the figure for your match on the official ticketing platform.
India Tour of New Zealand 2026 Test Tickets
The two-Test series is the most affordable way to watch India, with day passes to the Wellington and Christchurch Tests. Here is the schedule and the confirmed seat pricing.
| Match | Date | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 1st Test | 19 to 23 November 2026 | Basin Reserve, Wellington |
| 2nd Test | 27 November to 1 December 2026 | Hagley Oval, Christchurch |
| Seat Category | Price (NZD) |
|---|---|
| General Admission (Category C, Family Zone, No-Alcohol Zone) | $35 per day |
| Reserved seating | Set per venue |
| Premium Hospitality | $309 |
| Embankment Visitor Pass | $350 + GST per day |
Test prices shown are the categories confirmed for Hagley Oval and are charged per day; the Embankment Visitor Pass is a premium hospitality ticket. Prices at the Basin Reserve may differ slightly.
How To Book India vs New Zealand Tickets
All tickets are sold through New Zealand Cricket’s official ticketing channels, with each venue linking to the same booking system. Follow these steps.
Step 1: Go to the official platform. Buy only through New Zealand Cricket’s official ticketing site or the linked venue page for your match, to avoid resale and scam listings.
Step 2: Join Cricket Nation for the pre-sale. New Zealand Cricket members get an exclusive pre-sale window before general sale, which is the best chance to secure seats for high-demand games.
Step 3: Select your match. Open the matches list, filter by India or New Zealand, and choose the fixture, venue and date you want.
Step 4: Choose your seats. Pick a seating category and the number of tickets. Look out for venue bundle tickets, which cover more than one match at the same ground at a discount.
Step 5: Sign in and pay. Sign in or register an account, enter your details and complete the online card payment.
Step 6: Receive your digital ticket. Your ticket arrives by email or in the ticketing app as a QR code, which is scanned at the gate on match day.
India matches, especially at Eden Park, are expected to sell out, so booking as early as possible is strongly advised.
India vs New Zealand 2026 Venues
The 12-match tour is spread across six grounds in six New Zealand cities. Here is which venue hosts which matches.
| Venue | City | Matches Hosted |
|---|---|---|
| Hagley Oval | Christchurch | 1st and 2nd T20I, 2nd Test |
| Sky Stadium | Wellington | 3rd T20I, 2nd ODI |
| Eden Park | Auckland | 4th T20I, 1st ODI |
| Seddon Park | Hamilton | 5th T20I, 3rd ODI |
| Bay Oval | Mount Maunganui | 4th and 5th ODI |
| Basin Reserve | Wellington | 1st Test |
Verdict: India Tour of New Zealand 2026 Starts From 22 October
The India tour of New Zealand 2026 starts on 22 October with the first T20I at Hagley Oval in Christchurch and runs through to the second Test in early December. With record ticket sales already reported, the biggest matches, led by the Eden Park fixtures in Auckland, are expected to sell out, so booking early through the official New Zealand Cricket platform is the safest route. General admission stays affordable from around NZ$35, while premium hospitality offers a top-end matchday experience. For Indian fans travelling over, it promises a memorable summer of cricket.
