India Secure Rain-Affected ODI Victory Against New Zealand by Four Runs (DLS Method)
India now holds a 2-0 lead in the five-match ODI series following their narrow win at Hnry Stadium in Wellington.
The story
At Hnry Stadium in Wellington, India clinched a rain-impacted second One Day International against New Zealand, winning by four runs via the DLS method. The challenging pitch made batting difficult throughout the match, which saw frequent rain delays.
New Zealand were bowled out for 134 in 41 overs, with Daryl Mitchell being the sole resistance, scoring 55. India's pace attack was instrumental, with Gurnoor Brar delivering a career-best performance of 4/30.
Auqib Nabi (2/31) and Anshul Kamboj (2/25) also contributed with crucial wickets, while Axar Patel picked up 2/28, including the key wicket of Mitchell. Chasing a revised target of 135 from 47 overs, India faced early trouble as Jacob Duffy dismissed Shubman Gill for a duck and Virat Kohli for 7. However, Rohit Sharma (23), Shreyas Iyer (30), and an unbeaten 26 from KL Rahul guided India to victory amidst a tricky chase.
Latest results
New Zealand vs India
Format: ODI
Result: India won by 4 runs (DLS method)
Star: Gurnoor Brar (4/30)
Bangladesh vs West Indies
Format: Test
Result: Bangladesh lead West Indies by 26 runs with 2 wickets remaining on Day 3 (West Indies 356, Bangladesh 382/8)
Afghanistan vs Zimbabwe
Format: Test
Result: Afghanistan trail Zimbabwe by 229 runs with 6 wickets remaining on Day 3 (Zimbabwe 504, Afghanistan 275/4)
Series in play
India tour of New Zealand, 2026. India lead the 5-match ODI series 2-0.
West Indies tour of Bangladesh, 2026. 2nd Test, Day 3: Bangladesh lead West Indies by 26 runs with 2 wickets remaining in their 1st innings.
Afghanistan vs Zimbabwe in UAE, 2026. 1st Test, Day 3: Afghanistan trail Zimbabwe by 229 runs with 6 wickets remaining in their 1st innings.
Tables that matter
| Competition | Position | Note |
|---|---|---|
| ICC Men's ODI Team Rankings | #1 India | India holds the top spot in One Day International cricket. |
| ICC Men's Test Team Rankings | #1 South Africa, #4 India | South Africa leads the Test rankings, with India at fourth position. |
| ICC World Test Championship | #1 New Zealand, #4 India | New Zealand currently leads the World Test Championship standings. |
What we'll be watching
- India vs New Zealand: 3rd ODI on November 9, 2026, at Seddon Park, Hamilton.
- Bangladesh vs West Indies: 2nd Test, Day 4 continues on November 8, 2026, at Sylhet International Cricket Stadium.
- Pakistan vs Sri Lanka: 1st Test begins on November 8, 2026, at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium.
- England tour of Australia: 1st ODI on November 12, 2026, at Perth Stadium.
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