India vs New Zealand: Narendra Modi Stadium Stats, Records, Results, Top Players ahead of T20 World Cup Final

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India are set to lock horns against New Zealand in the T20 World Cup 2026 final on Sunday (March 8) at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.

The Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad stands as a colossus of modern sport-a gleaming, record-breaking arena where the roar of 132,000 fans creates an atmosphere unlike any other in the world.

Formerly known as Motera Stadium, the venue was completely rebuilt into a state-of-the-art facility, featuring a pitch that offers true bounce and value for strokeplay, alongside world-class LED lighting that eliminates shadows during night games. As the designated host for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 Final, this stadium is ready to etch new legends into its history.

Narendra Modi Stadium Details

City: Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India
Established: 1982 (Reconstructed in 2020)
Operator/Owner: Gujarat Cricket Association (GCA)
Home Teams: India, Gujarat (Domestic), Gujarat Titans (IPL)
Seating Capacity: Approx. 132,000

Dimensions & Pitch

Field Size: Approx. 162 yards (148m) x 170 yards (155m)
Boundary Dimensions:
Square boundaries: ~67-70m
Straight boundaries: ~75-77m
Ends: Adani Pavilion End & Reliance End

Narendra Modi Stadium - T20I History

The Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad has been the stage for some of India's most clinical T20I performances. The first-ever T20 international match at this venue took place on December 28, 2012, when India faced arch-rivals Pakistan. To date, a total of 14 T20I matches have been played at the stadium, with the venue gaining international acclaim for hosting the high-stakes five-match T20I series against England in 2021. The India vs New Zealand final will be the 15th match at this venue.

Narendra Modi Stadium T20I Results (Match-wise)

India vs Pakistan (2012) - IND won by 11 runs
India vs England (2021) - ENG won by 8 wkts
India vs England (2021) - IND won by 7 wkts
India vs England (2021) - ENG won by 8 wkts
India vs England (2021) - IND won by 8 runs
India vs England (2021) - IND won by 36 runs
India vs New Zealand (2023) - IND won by 168 runs
India vs South Africa (2025) - IND won by 30 runs
Canada vs South Africa (2026): SA won by 57 runs
Afghanistan vs South Africa (2026): Match Tied (South Africa won in the second Super Over).
New Zealand vs South Africa (2026): SA won by 7 wickets
India vs Netherlands (2026): IND won by 17 runs
India vs South Africa (2026): SA won by 76 runs
South Africa vs West Indies (2026): SA won by 9 wickets
India vs New Zealand (2026): TBD

Narendra Modi Stadium T20I Stats (before T20 World Cup 2026)

Highest Total: India - 234/4 vs New Zealand (2023)
Lowest Total: New Zealand - 66 all out vs India (2023)
Most Runs: Virat Kohli (IND) - 258 runs
Highest Score: Shubman Gill (IND) - 126* off 63 vs New Zealand
Most Sixes: Hardik Pandya (IND) - 16
Most Wickets: Lungi Ngidi (IND) - 10 wkts
Best Bowling: Hardik Pandya (IND) - 4/16 vs New Zealand
Most Runs Conceded in an Innings: Chris Jordan (ENG) - 0/57 (4) vs India
Most Catches: Suryakumar Yadav (IND) - 8
Highest Partnership: 130 runs for 2nd Wicket - Dawid Malan, Jos Buttler (ENG) vs India (2021)

Narendra Modi Stadium T20I Stats (During T20 World Cup 2026)

Total Matches Played: 6 (Scheduled to be 7 including the Final)
Matches Won Batting First: 3
Matches Won Chasing: 2
Matches Tied: 1 (South Africa vs. Afghanistan)
Average 1st Innings Score: 182
Average 2nd Innings Score: 165

Batting Statistics (ICC T20 World Cup 2026 Tournament)

Highest Team Total: South Africa (vs. Canada) 213/4
Lowest Team Total: India (vs. South Africa) 111 all out
High Score: Aiden Markram 86* off 44 balls vs New Zealand
Bowling Statistics (ICC T20 World Cup 2026 Tournament)
Most Wickets (at Venue): Marco Jansen (SA) 9 Wickets
Best Bowling Figures: Marco Jansen (SA) vs. India 4/22
Most Runs Conceded (Innings): Logan van Beek (NED) 56/3 (4 overs)