Shreyas Iyer has emerged as one of India’s most reliable middle-order batters in ODI cricket. Known for his calm approach, strong technique against pace, and ability to accelerate in the middle overs, Iyer has consistently delivered against quality bowling attacks.
Against the New Zealand national cricket team, Shreyas Iyer has built an impressive record in a short span. From 2020 to 2026, he scored runs both in home conditions and overseas, often playing match-defining knocks. With India facing New Zealand again in the 2026 ODI series, Iyer’s numbers make him a key player to watch.
Shreyas Iyer vs New Zealand ODI Record
| Parameter | Record |
|---|---|
| Matches Played | 13 |
| Innings Batted | 12 |
| Not Outs | 0 |
| Total Runs | 671 |
| Highest Score | 105 |
| Batting Average | 55.91 |
| Strike Rate | 96.70 |
| Centuries | 2 |
| Half-Centuries | 4 |
| Fours | 59+ |
| Sixes | 19+ |
Shreyas Iyer vs New Zealand Match-by-Match ODI Record
| No. | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | Venue | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 103 | 107 | 11 | 1 | Hamilton | 2020 |
| 2 | 52 | 57 | 7 | 1 | Auckland | 2020 |
| 3 | 62 | 63 | 9 | 0 | Mount Maunganui | 2020 |
| 4 | 80 | 76 | 4 | 4 | Auckland | 2022 |
| 5 | DNB | – | – | – | Hamilton | 2022 |
| 6 | 49 | 59 | 8 | 0 | Christchurch | 2022 |
| 7 | 33 | 29 | 6 | 0 | Dharamsala | 2023 |
| 8 | 105 | 70 | 4 | 8 | Mumbai | 2023 |
| 9 | 79 | 98 | 4 | 2 | Dubai | 2025 |
| 10 | 48 | 62 | 2 | 2 | Dubai | 2025 |
| 11 | 49 | 47 | 4 | 1 | Vadodara | 2026 |
| 12 | 8 | 17 | 0 | 0 | Rajkot | 2026 |
| 13 | 3 | 10 | 0 | 0 | Indore | 2026 |
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Centuries and Big Match Impact
Shreyas Iyer has scored two ODI centuries against New Zealand, both coming in high-pressure games:
- 103 – Hamilton, 2020
His first century in New Zealand, showcasing maturity against swing-friendly conditions. - 105 – Mumbai, 2023 (World Cup Semi-Final)
A career-defining Knock, filled with clean hitting and fearless intent.
Apart from these hundreds, Iyer has played several impactful innings in the 50–80 run range, stabilising India’s innings and providing momentum during the middle overs.
Shreyas Iyer’s success against New Zealand comes from:
- Strong back-foot play against pace
- Ability to rotate strike in middle overs
- Clean six-hitting under pressure
- Maintaining a high strike rate with consistency
Even after a low score in the Indore ODI 2026, his average close to 56 against New Zealand highlights how dependable he has been in this rivalry.
As India continues its ODI journey in 2026, Shreyas Iyer enters his prime years with confidence and maturity. If he maintains this form, he could soon climb among the top Indian run-scorers against New Zealand.
From 2020 to 2026, Shreyas Iyer has been one of India’s most consistent and impactful batters against New Zealand in ODI cricket. With two centuries, a strong average, and multiple match-winning knocks, he has firmly established himself as India’s “King of the Middle Order.”
