India’s next international series is against New Zealand. The 3-match ODI series will start from January 11, for which BCCI is yet to announce the team. All eyes are on the return of Shreyas Iyer, whether he will be included in this series. Iyer is currently undergoing rehab process at BCCI’s Center of Excellence, he has started batting in the nets. Vice-captain Iyer himself has shared its video.

Shreyas Iyer is the vice-captain of the Indian ODI team, who was injured in the third ODI on the Australia tour. He dived for the catch, during which his ribs got hurt. He was in pain, after which he was taken out of the field. The report revealed internal bleeding, after which he had to be admitted to the hospital. Now the news about him is positive, he is recovering fast and has started practicing batting in the nets.

Shreyas Iyer’s first net season after injury at CCI on 24th December

He batted around one hour without any discomfort and went to coe the next day
He is currently at coe pic.twitter.com/zUj4KnL6sL

— Sawai96 (@Aspirant_9457) December 26, 2025

Will Iyer play in IND vs NZ ODI series?

India vs New Zealand 3 match ODI series will start from January 11, the first match will be played in Vadodara. The second match will be held on 14th January in Rajkot and the third match will be held in Indore on 18th January. After this, a 5-match T20 series will be played between the two countries, for which BCCI has announced the squad but the ODI team is yet to be announced.

Shreyas Iyer is currently in the BCCI Center of Excellence, is recovering fast and has also started batting practice but it is difficult for him to return from the ODI series against New Zealand. BCCI would not like to rush into the return of the vice-captain, but yes, if he is completely fit, he can play in this series.

In a report of Times of India, quoting a source, it was said that Shreyas Iyer is doing gym regularly, there is no problem with him but whether he plays or not will depend on the report of the Center of Excellence.

Virat Kohli’s performance against South Africa was excellent, now fans are waiting for his next international series when he will be on the field. Kohli has retired from T20 and Test, he plays only in ODI format. The date on which Team India’s next ODI match is, is very special for Kohli. That day is Vamika Kohli’s birthday.

Virat Kohli scored a total of 302 runs in the 3 ODI series against South Africa, he scored 135 runs in Ranchi and 102 runs in Raipur. After two consecutive centuries, Kohli scored unbeaten 65 runs in the decisive match. Fans will now miss him in the T20 series, he has already retired from this format 2 years ago.

Virat Kohli has scored a total of 84 centuries in international cricket, he has scored 53 centuries in ODIs. Kohli has become the batsman who has scored the most centuries in any one format, this record was in the name of Sachin before the series against South Africa. Sachin has scored 51 centuries in Tests.

Now when is Virat Kohli’s next match?

Virat Kohli plays only in ODI format. Team India has played all its ODI matches of this year, now the team’s next match is in January 2026. The first ODI series against New Zealand is starting from 11 January. That means Virat Kohli’s next international match is on January 11, this will also be Rohit Sharma’s next match. Rohit has also retired from T20 and Test.

January 11 is very special for Virat Kohli, it will be the 5th birthday of his daughter Vamika Kohli. Vamika was born on January 11, 2021.

India vs New Zealand ODI Series 2026

New Zealand will play a series of 3 ODI and 5 T20 matches on the India tour. The first ODI will be played on January 11 at the BCA Stadium in Vadodara. The second ODI will be played on January 14 at the Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Rajkot. The third ODI will be held on January 18 at Holkar Stadium in Indore.