IND vs NZ: Most runs & wickets after 1st ODI, Vadodara
India defeated New Zealand by four wickets in the 1st ODI in Vadodara.
The first ODI between the Indian Cricket Team and the New Zealand Cricket Team (IND vs NZ) took place on Sunday, January 11, at BCA Stadium in Vadodara. The Shubman Gill & Co. crushed the visitors by four wickets in the clash.
After winning the toss, India opted to bowl first in the match. Devon Conway and Henry Nicholls gave a wonderful start to the Black Caps’ batting, adding 56 and 62 runs respectively. Later, Daryl Mitchell made a crucial contribution with his 84 runs, taking the scoreboard to 300/8 in 50 overs.
However, it wasn’t enough to outplay the dominant India in the clash. After Rohit got out for 26 runs, Shubman Gill scored a half-century. Later, Virat Kohli added 93 runs while Iyer added 49 runs.
KL Rahul piled up an unbeaten 29 runs as the hosts grabbed victory in the 49th over. With the victory, they lead the three-match series 1-0.
IND vs NZ ODI Series 2026: Most runs
Indian batter Virat Kohli is the leading run-scorer in the series after the opening game, followed by New Zealand’s Daryl Mitchell and Henry Nicholls. Shubman Gill and Devon Conway are the next batters in the queue.
Top 5 leading run-scorers of the IND vs NZ three-match ODI series 2026:
- Virat Kohli (IND)- 93 runs
- Daryl Mitchell (NZ)- 84 runs
- Henry Nicholls (NZ)- 62 runs
- Shubman Gill (IND)- 56 runs
- Devon Conway (NZ)- 56 runs
IND vs NZ ODI Series 2026: Most wickets
With his four-wicket haul, Kyle Jamieson is the leading wicket-taker in the series. Mohammed Siraj and Harshit Rana are the next bowlers on the list with two wickets, respectively. Prasidh Krishna and Kuldeep Yadav follow them in the next spots.
Top 5 leading wicket-takers of the IND vs NZ three-match ODI series 2026:
- Kyle Jamieson (NZ) – 4 wickets
- Mohammed Siraj (IND) – 2 wickets
- Harshit Rana (IND) – 2 wickets
- Prasidh Krishna (IND) – 2 wickets
- Kuldeep Yadav (IND) – 1 wicket
Who won the first IND vs NZ ODI?
India defeated New Zealand by four wickets in the 1st ODI.
Who is the leading run-scorer in the IND vs NZ ODI series?
Virat Kohli (93 runs) is the leading run-scorer in the ODI series.
Who is the leading wicket-taker in the IND vs NZ ODI series?
Kyle Jamieson (4 wickets) is the leading wicket-taker in the ODI series.
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