India vs New Zealand, 3rd Test: When and where to watch series finale in Mumbai

India faces a do-or-die match against New Zealand in the third Test at Wankhede. Trailing 0-2, a win is crucial for their World Test Championship journey.

In Short

• India must win the third Test against New Zealand to keep WTC hopes alive
• The Wankhede pitch will test India's spin mastery, crucial for their WTC campaign
• New Zealand aims for a historic whitewash to boost their own WTC chances

With their backs against the wall, India faces a crucial third Test against New Zealand—a must-win showdown that’s become about more than just salvaging pride. Trailing 0-2 in the series and in danger of a clean sweep, the team is under pressure to adapt quickly and show resilience on the spin-heavy Wankhede pitch, which could play a pivotal role in their World Test Championship (WTC) journey.

WTC points are invaluable for India, whose path to the finals at Lord’s next June hinges on a win here. A loss would force India to excel in the remaining six Tests of this cycle to keep their qualification hopes alive. What started as a campaign to dominate the WTC has turned into a test of their mastery over spin—a once-reliable skill now under scrutiny.

After two hard-fought losses to New Zealand, India’s path to a third consecutive WTC final has grown steeper. Although they cling to the top spot with a narrow edge over Australia, their place in the final is anything but secure. To solidify a top-two finish, India needs to win the final Test in Mumbai and later achieve a 3-2 series win over Australia. This would boost their points percentage to 64.04%, assuming no penalties for slow overrates.

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New Zealand themselves are outside contenders to make it to the WTC final and will need 4 more wins to retain their chance. This mean they will have to complete a historic whitewash against India and also win their home series against England in the same margin.

With a lot at stake, both teams will be aiming to bring their A-game for the series finale at the iconic Wankhede stadium, starting from November 1, Friday.

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When will India vs New Zealand 3rd Test match take place?

India vs New Zealand 3rd Test match will take place on November 1, Friday to November 5, Tuesday.

Where will India vs New Zealand 3rd Test match take place?

India vs New Zealand 3rd Test match will take place at the Wankhede stadium in Mumbai.

What time will India vs New Zealand 3rd Test match start?

India vs New Zealand 3rd Test match will start at 9:30 AM (IST)

Where will India vs New Zealand 3rd Test match be broadcast?

India vs New Zealand 3rd Test match will be telecast on Sports18 and Colors Cineplex TV channels.

Where to watch the live-streaming of India vs New Zealand 3rd Test match?

India vs New Zealand 3rd Test will be streamed live on the Jio Cinema app and website.