Kohli, Rohit Eye Series Win in Rajkot ODI Against New Zealand Amidst Injury Concerns

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News18•13-01-2026, 14:19
Kohli, Rohit Eye Series Win in Rajkot ODI Against New Zealand Amidst Injury Concerns
- •India aims for an unassailable lead in the three-match ODI series against New Zealand in the second match in Rajkot.
- •Virat Kohli's strong form and Rohit Sharma's experience are crucial for India, despite injury concerns to key players.
- •Ayush Badoni and Nitish Kumar Reddy are potential inclusions, with Dhruv Jurel replacing the injured Rishabh Pant.
- •India's top four batsmen are in good form, but the bowling attack, especially spinners, needs improvement.
- •New Zealand, despite losing the first ODI, showed resilience and will look to improve their middle-order batting.
Why It Matters: India seeks to clinch the series against New Zealand in Rajkot, relying on strong batting and improved bowling.
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