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Gurnoor Brar Scripts History: In the second match of the ongoing ODI series against New Zealand, Indian cricket fans witnessed the emergence of a new star. During this thrilling encounter held in Wellington on Saturday, November 7, young Indian fast bowler Gurnoor Brar wreaked havoc on the Kiwi side with his devastating bowling. Delivering the best performance of his career, the tall pacer from Punjab not only laid the foundation for India's victory but also etched his name into the annals of cricket history.
Gurnoor Brar's Lethal Spell: 4 Wickets for 30 Runs in 10 Overs
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Right from the start, Gurnoor Brar gave the New Zealand batters no room to play their shots, thanks to his precise line and length combined with extra bounce. In his 10-over quota, Brar bowled with remarkable economy, claiming 4 crucial wickets for just 30 runs.
Faced with his lethal bowling, the Kiwi middle order collapsed like a house of cards. The entire New Zealand team was bundled out for a meager 134 runs in 41 overs, allowing India to take a firm grip on the match.
3rd Best ODI Bowling Performance by an Indian in New Zealand
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Gurnoor Brar’s spell of 4/30 now stands as the third-best ODI bowling performance by an Indian bowler on New Zealand soil.
At the top of this exclusive list sits India’s legendary leg-spinner Anil Kumble, who claimed 5 wickets for 33 runs at this very venue in Wellington back in March 1994.Also Read: Mohammed Shami Test Career Ends: Top 5 Best Bowling Spells and Stats
Top Indian ODI Bowling Figures in New Zealand
- Anil Kumble: 5/33 (Wellington, March 1994)
- Javagal Srinath: 4/23 (Auckland, December 2002)
- Gurnoor Brar: 4/30 (Wellington, November 2026)
Joins an Elite Club of Legendary Indian Pace Bowlers
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With this historic performance, Gurnoor Brar has joined an elite group of legendary Indian pace bowlers who have achieved the feat of taking 4 or more wickets in an ODI match on New Zealand soil. Prior to this, only stalwarts like Javagal Srinath and Mohammed Shami had managed to reach this milestone in ODIs against New Zealand.
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