New Zealand have been drawn in Group D of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 alongside South Africa, Afghanistan, Canada and the United Arab Emirates, making it one of the toughest groups in the tournament. Led by Mitchell Santner, the Black Caps will rely on their depth in all-rounders and a disciplined bowling attack. Crucial encounters against South Africa and Afghanistan are expected to shape New Zealand’s path to the knockout stages.
New Zealand Upcoming Matches in T20 World Cup 2026
New Zealand
Afghanistan
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Match starts at Feb 08, 11am IST
11am IST | 10:30am PKT | 12:30am EST | 5:30am GMT | 11am LOCAL
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New Zealand
United Arab Emirates
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Match starts at Feb 10, 3pm IST
3pm IST | 2:30pm PKT | 4:30am EST | 9:30am GMT | 3pm LOCAL
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New Zealand
South Africa
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Match starts at Feb 14, 7pm IST
7pm IST | 6:30pm PKT | 8:30am EST | 1:30pm GMT | 7pm LOCAL
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New Zealand
Canada
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Match starts at Feb 17, 11am IST
11am IST | 10:30am PKT | 12:30am EST | 5:30am GMT | 11am LOCAL
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Updated Squad of New Zealand for T20 World Cup
Finn Allen and Mark Chapman bring aggression and stability to New Zealand’s batting group. The all-round strength is a defining feature of the side, led by Mitchell Santner (Captain), whose bowling all-round skills and calm leadership anchor the team. He is strongly supported by batting all-rounders Michael Bracewell, Daryl Mitchell, James Neesham, Glenn Phillips, and Rachin Ravindra, offering depth with both bat and ball. The wicket-keeping department features quality options in Devon Conway and Tim Seifert. The bowling attack combines pace and spin through Jacob Duffy, Lockie Ferguson, Matt Henry, Ish Sodhi, and Kyle Jamieson, giving New Zealand a balanced and versatile squad.
Mitchell Santner (Captain), Finn Allen, Mark Chapman, Michael Bracewell, Daryl Mitchell, James Neesham, Glenn Phillips, Rachin Ravindra, Devon Conway, Tim Seifert, Jacob Duffy, Lockie Ferguson, Matt Henry, Ish Sodhi, Kyle Jamieson