NZ vs IND: Why did Indian batters fail to perform again in 5th ODI?
(Courtesy : BCCI)
New Zealand bowlers exposed India’s batting problems once again.
India’s batting problems continued in the ODI series against New Zealand (NZ vs IND) as the visitors suffered another disappointing performance in the fifth and final match at Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui, on November 15.
After losing the fourth ODI by 244 runs, the Men in Blue were expected to bounce back strongly. However, the batters failed to deliver once again.
India were bowled out for 209 in 42.1 overs in the fifth ODI. The performance was even more disappointing because the Kiwis rested their main fast bowlers Matt Henry and Kyle Jamieson ahead of the Test series.
The visitors also played without regular captain Shubman Gill and KL Rahul. This gave other players a chance to perform, but the batting unit failed to use the opportunity. On that note, let’s look at major reasons behind India’s second consecutive batting collapse in the series.
Indian batters failed to adjust to the pitch
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The Bay Oval pitch was slower than the previous match. It also offered some movement for fast bowlers and help for spinners. However, Indian batters struggled to adapt to the conditions. Several batters looked to be in a hurry and played their shots without taking enough time at the crease.
Rohit Sharma scored just 7 before being caught at short mid-wicket. Virat Kohli also failed to make an impact, caught behind for just 5 runs off Matthew Fisher.
Poor shot selection cost India important wickets
India lost their first three wickets for just 34 runs, putting the middle order under pressure. Ruturaj Gaikwad also failed to convert his start. Jacob Duffy dismissed him for 18 runs.
Shreyas Iyer and Axar Patel tried to control the innings. However, Iyer was dismissed for 22, continuing his struggles against short-pitched deliveries. Several Indian batters lost their wickets while trying to play attacking shots instead of spending time at the crease.
India failed to build big partnerships
The Indian middle order had a chance to bring the team back into the game, but nobody scored a half-century. Axar and Ishan Kishan both scored 46 runs, while Naman Dhir added 22.
However, these efforts weren’t enough to build a strong total. The team also lost its last five wickets for just 49 runs.
India’s repeated batting failures will be a major concern, especially after another poor performance against New Zealand bowlers- an attack that was missing two of their experienced fast bowlers.
How many runs did India score in the 5th ODI against New Zealand?
India were bowled out for 209 runs in 42.1 overs at Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui.
Who was India’s highest scorer in the 5th NZ vs IND ODI?
Axar Patel and Ishan Kishan were India’s joint-highest scorers, with both batters scoring 46 runs.
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