In ICC T20 World Cup, New Zealand has historically been India’s toughest opponent. Until very recently, India struggled to secure even a single win against them in this format at ICC events.

The rivalry in the 50-over format is much more balanced, though New Zealand famously broke Indian hearts in the 2019 semi-final.

When it comes to high-pressure games, New Zealand has historically held the upper hand.

2000 Champions Trophy - Final - Winner: New Zealand

2019 ODI World Cup - Semi-Final - Winner: New Zealand

2021 World Test Championship - Final - Winner: New Zealand

2023 ODI World Cup - Semi-Final - Winner: India

2025 Champions Trophy - Final - Winner: India

In combined white-ball ICC events (ODI WC, T20 WC, and Champions Trophy), the statistics are neck-and-neck, making the upcoming T20 World Cup 2026 Final a true "decider" for global supremacy.

Total ICC White-Ball Meetings: 17

India Won: 8

New Zealand Won: 9

India and New Zealand are set to face each other in the finals of two back-to-back ICC events: ICC Champions Trophy 2025 and the T20 World Cup 2026.

Last year, India emerged victorious over New Zealand in Champions Trophy final held in Dubai.

The only previous ICC final between these two sides was in the 2021 World Test Championship Final, where India lost to New Zealand.

Last year, India emerged victorious over New Zealand in Champions Trophy final held in Dubai.

The only previous ICC final between these two sides was in the 2021 World Test Championship Final, where India lost to New Zealand.