# India vs NZ T20I series: Injury updates and squad changes > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/indian-mens-t20-cricket-records > Updated: 2026-10-27T03:00:40.000Z. Sources: 48. Developments: 4. Indian cricket has seen significant individual and team milestones in T20 formats. In 2026, Ishan Kishan set a new record for the most T20 runs scored by an Indian player in a single calendar year, accumulating 1,644 runs across 45 innings, surpassing Virat Kohli’s 2016 record. During the five-match T20I series against New Zealand, Kishan was ruled out following a low-grade right adductor strain sustained in the opening match in Christchurch. The BCCI has confirmed that Kishan will miss the third T20I in Wellington on October 27, 2026, as he has yet to regain the match fitness required for competitive play. The injury also impacts Kishan’s pursuit of a milestone, as he is currently “six runs shy of Suryakumar Yadav’s record for the most runs scored by an Indian batter in a single T20I calendar year.” While the BCCI medical team continues to monitor his progress, Kumar Kushagra, who joined the squad as cover, will remain with the team to provide wicketkeeping options. In Kishan's absence, teenage batter Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has been integrated into the lineup, with expectations for him to occupy the number three batting position during the third match. India currently holds a 2-0 series lead. For the third T20I at Sky Stadium, Indian captain Shreyas Iyer won the toss and elected to field first. New Zealand made three changes to their lineup for the encounter, bringing in Matthew Fisher, Kyle Jamieson, and Adam Milne. New Zealand continues to manage roster shifts. Matt Henry will miss the remainder of the series to prepare for the upcoming ODI series, and Lockie Ferguson will miss the third T20I in Wellington before returning for the final two matches. Additionally, Kyle Jamieson will focus on domestic Ford Trophy commitments after potentially featuring in the third T20I. ## Claims - Ishan Kishan is ruled out of the third T20I against New Zealand on October 27, 2026. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Kishan sustained a right adductor strain during the first T20I of the series. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Ishan Kishan is ruled out of the second T20 match. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Ishan Kishan sustained a low-grade right adductor strain. (corroborated by 2 sources) - India leads the five-match T20 series 1-0. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Kumar Kushagra has been added to the squad as injury cover. (corroborated by 2 sources) - India leads the five-match T20I series 2-0. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Shreyas Iyer won the toss and elected to field first in the third T20I. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Vaibhav Suryavanshi is expected to bat at number three in the third T20I. (corroborated by 2 sources) - The third T20I is being played at Sky Stadium in Wellington. (corroborated by 2 sources) - India defeated New Zealand in the first T20 match at Hagley Oval. (single source) - New Zealand scored 225 runs in their 20 overs. (single source) ## Timeline ### 2026-10-27: Ishan Kishan ruled out of third T20I against New Zealand Ishan Kishan is ruled out of the third T20I against New Zealand in Wellington due to a right adductor strain, leaving India with a 2-0 series lead. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ishan-kishan-ruled-out-of-third-t20i-against-new-zealand-1 ### 2026-10-25: Ishan Kishan ruled out of third T20I against New Zealand Ishan Kishan is ruled out of the third T20I against New Zealand in Wellington due to a right adductor strain, leaving India to rely on Kumar Kushagra and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi. 31 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/india-a-batters-kl-rahul-and-yashasvi-jaiswal-struggle-in-unofficial-test ### 2026-10-21: Ishan Kishan ruled out of second T20I against New Zealand Ishan Kishan is ruled out of the second T20I against New Zealand due to a right adductor strain sustained in the series opener. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is a strong contender to replace him. 21 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ishan-kishan-nears-t20i-milestones-ahead-of-new-zealand-series ### 2026-10-06: Ishan Kishan breaks Virat Kohli's record for most T20 runs in a calendar year Ishan Kishan has broken Virat Kohli's record for the most T20 runs scored by an Indian in a single calendar year, totaling 1,644 runs in 2026. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ishan-kishan-breaks-virat-kohlis-record-for-most-t20-runs-in-a-calendar-year --- Cite as: India vs NZ T20I series: Injury updates and squad changes. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/indian-mens-t20-cricket-records