By afiur
November 05, 2026
Virat Kohli smashed 74 runs off just 51 balls, guiding India towards a memorable victory in the rain-affected opening ODI.
India bowled out New Zealand for 185 in 40.2 overs. Arshdeep Singh claimed four wickets, while Gurnoor Brar took three.
Virat Kohli and Shubman Gill added 113 runs for the second wicket, putting India firmly in control of the chase.
Rain interruptions reduced India's target to 143 runs in 32 overs under the DLS method at Eden Park.
India reached 143/5 in 22.4 overs, securing a five-wicket victory and taking a 1-0 lead in the five-match ODI series.