Highlights from IND vs NZ 1st ODI (AFP Photo)
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Moneycontrol11-01-2026, 21:52

KL Rahul's Calm Finish Secures India's 4-Wicket Win Over New Zealand in 1st ODI

  • India defeated New Zealand by 4 wickets in the 1st ODI, taking a 1-0 lead in the 3-match series.
  • Virat Kohli scored a classy 93 off 91 deliveries, while Shubman Gill added 56, anchoring India's chase of 301.
  • KL Rahul remained calm to finish the game for India after wickets fell from the other end.
  • Shreyas Iyer contributed a brisk 49, providing valuable support during the chase.
  • Kyle Jamieson was New Zealand's best bowler, taking 4 wickets for 41 runs; Daryl Mitchell scored a half-century for NZ.

Why It Matters: India secured a crucial 4-wicket victory against New Zealand in the 1st ODI, led by Kohli and Rahul.

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