Kerala’s capital is swept by cricket fever as the India-New Zealand T20 series hurtles toward its fifth match on January 31 at Greenfield International Stadium. Dubbed a vital 2026 T20 World Cup trial run, the evening clash has the city on edge.
Expect teams to touch down via special flights near 5 PM Saturday, with KCA handling welcomes and security conveying them to Leela Raviz for India and Hyatt Regency for NZ. Sanju Samson’s likely debut in the XI has infused hometown passion, elevating stakes.
India leads 3-0: opener won by 48 runs, follow-up by seven wickets, third by eight. Fourth in Vizag has India fielding first post-toss win, pursuing clean sweep after ODI setbacks. This dominance showcases tactical depth and batting firepower.
Enhanced policing secures vital areas, ensuring crowd safety and fluidity. Stadium setups—from pitch to parking—are flawless. As fans flood streets in team colors, Thiruvananthapuram embodies cricket’s unifying magic, poised for series-sealing glory.