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IND vs NZ Highlights, 1st ODI: KL Rahul leads India to four-wicket victory over New Zealand in series opener

THE TIMES OF INDIA | Jan 11, 2026, 22:13:34 IST

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IND vs NZ Highlights, 1st ODI: KL Rahul leads India to four-wicket victory over New Zealand in series opener

IND vs NZ Live Score, 1st ODI: New Zealand posted a competitive 300 for 8 in the first ODI against India on Sunday, thanks largely to a brilliant 84-run innings from Daryl Mitchell. Ranked world No. 3 behind Indian superstars Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, Mitchell produced a classy, stroke-filled knock that gave New Zealand a much-needed boost after a shaky middle-order collapse. He struck five fours and three sixes, keeping the scoreboard ticking at a crucial stage.

The innings had begun in ideal fashion with openers Devon Conway and Henry Nicholls frustrating the Indian bowlers with confident strokeplay. Conway scored 56 off 67 balls, including six fours and a six, while Nicholls made 62 off 69 balls, hitting eight boundaries. The duo’s 117-run opening stand defied India’s attack for the first 21 overs, showcasing well-timed drives, sweeps, and even reverse sweeps, while rotating the strike smartly.

The momentum shifted when Harshit Rana returned for his second spell. In the 22nd over, he lured Nicholls into an edge to the wicketkeeper to claim India’s first wicket. Rana then mixed up slower deliveries and back-of-the-hand cutters to dismiss Conway in the 24th over. From 117 for no loss, New Zealand slipped to 198 for five in the 38th over.

Mitchell then anchored the innings with crucial partnerships, while debutant Kristian Clarke contributed three boundaries in an unbeaten 17-ball 24, striking at a brisk pace. Mohammed Siraj and Prasidh Krishna were also among the wickets, with Krishna cleaning up Mitchell Hay, and Shreyas Iyer produced a direct-hit run-out to dismiss skipper Michael Bracewell. Kuldeep Yadav added one wicket, though a dropped chance off Nicholls early had allowed the Kiwi batsmen to settle.

Despite regular breakthroughs, the opening pair’s class and Mitchell’s aggressive counterattacks ensured New Zealand crossed the 300-run mark, providing a challenging total for India and setting up an intriguing first ODI encounter.

21:57 (IST) Jan 11

IND vs NZ Live Score: KL Rahul shares his thoughts on India's win in series opener

"Rana did the job, took pressure off me. Chase became easier with his striking. I was calm towards the end. We weren't chasing too many, at this level you're expected to chase 6, 6.5 rpo 9 out of 10 times. I didn't know Washi couldn't run. He timed it well. We ensured dots didn't pile up. Pitch played the same for 100 overs. The new ball is the best time to bat. Rohit, Gill, and Virat's partnerships found the right tempo. It got slower later on but the batters up top made it easier for us. We've had a lot of last-over finishes vs NZ, they find ways to get back in the game. Look forward to the rest of the games," KL Rahul said to the broadcasters after winning the match for India.

21:43 (IST) Jan 11

IND vs NZ Live Score: Kohli once again steals the show, crucial contribution from Gill too

New Zealand showed great fight despite appearing out of the contest when Virat Kohli and Shreyas Iyer were batting. India looked set for an easy win with plenty of overs left, but New Zealand refused to give up.

They kept taking wickets and pushed India hard till the end.

Rohit Sharma started well but fell early in the powerplay. Shubman Gill struggled against the new ball before settling in once Kohli arrived.

Kohli batted with intent, attacked the bowlers, and scored boundaries freely, shifting momentum back in India’s favour before New Zealand’s late resistance.

21:36 (IST) Jan 11

IND vs NZ Live Score: What a finish to the game! India beat New Zealand by four wickets to take 1-0 lead in the three-match series

India seal a four-wicket win over New Zealand with an over to spare in the first ODI. KL Rahul stays calm under pressure and finishes the chase in style with an unbeaten knock. Washington Sundar provides support at the other end. India chase down the target of 301 after some late nerves and take a 1-0 lead in the three-match series.

India win by four wickets

21:30 (IST) Jan 11

India vs New Zealand Live Score: India need 12 off 12 balls

Rahul mistimes a pull and still picks up a single to deep mid-wicket. Washington backs away next ball and drives to sweeper cover for one. Rahul pulls again and sends it straight to deep square leg for a single. Big moment here. Washington plays a pick-up shot. The ball goes high. Adithya runs back. He gets both hands to it. He drops the catch. Washington survives and takes a single. Rahul pulls a short ball backward of square for one. Final ball is full and down the leg side. Washington whips it to fine leg for one. Six runs from the over.

IND 289/6 after 48 overs in chase of 301

21:18 (IST) Jan 11

India vs New Zealand Live Score: OUT! Harshit GONE, match still ON!

Clarke comes in again. He bangs it short. Harshit stays leg-side and goes for the pull. He gets a top edge. The ball flies behind the wicket. Mitchell Hay settles under it. He takes a clean catch. Harshit Rana is gone for 29. This is Clarke’s maiden ODI wicket. Washington Sundar is the next batter in the crease!

India need 22 runs in 22 balls

21:13 (IST) Jan 11

India vs New Zealand Live Score: Harshit Rana taking India close to glory

Clarke starts the over. Harshit drives the first ball down to long-on for a single. Rahul waits on the slower one and cuts it to sweeper cover for one more. Clarke goes full and Harshit swings hard but misses completely. The next slower ball is chipped to long-on for a single. Rahul cuts a short ball to point and takes one. And there it is. Harshit pulls the final ball cleanly. It sails over deep mid-wicket for a big six.

IND 267/5 in 45 overs in chase of 301

21:07 (IST) Jan 11

IND vs NZ Live Score: Catch dopped, and probably match for the Kiwis!

Foulkes comes in to bowl the 44th over. Rahul taps the first ball and they just sneak a single after a brief mix-up. Foulkes bowls it back of a length and Harshit works it behind square for one. Rahul pulls a slower short ball to deep square leg and takes a single. Harshit charges down next ball and pulls it hard. Phillips dives full length and saves two runs. Big moment next ball. Harshit mistimes a pull and Mitchell drops a sitter at long-on. Foulkes ends the over with a single to deep mid-wicket.

IND 257/5 in 44 overs in chase of 301

21:00 (IST) Jan 11

India vs New Zealand Live Score: Harshit Rana hits a boundary

After losing three quick wickets, India found some respite through Harshit Rana. The youngster drove beautifully past backward point for a boundary, followed by a smart two-run push to keep the scoreboard ticking. India now sit at 251-5, trying to rebuild momentum in the chase. KL Rahul and Rana are at the crease, looking to steady the innings.

20:48 (IST) Jan 11

IND vs NZ Live Score: Kyle Jamieson strikes! Shreyas Iyer falls

Kyle Jamieson continued his sensational spell, cleaning up Shreyas Iyer for 49 as India lost three wickets in just seven balls. After dismissing Virat Kohli and Ravindra Jadeja in the previous over, Jamieson now has a hat-trick opportunity, leaving India reeling at 239-4. Iyer had been anchoring the chase well, but Jamieson’s pace and precision proved too much, striking a huge blow to India’s momentum.

20:41 (IST) Jan 11

IND vs NZ Live Score: Ravindra Jadeja falls as India lose their fourth wicket

India suffer another blow as Ravindra Jadeja is caught by Kristian Clarke off Kyle Jamieson for 4. Jadeja had added just a few quick runs before being dismissed, leaving Shreyas Iyer to hold the innings together.

Score: IND 239-4 (40 overs)

20:35 (IST) Jan 11

India vs New Zealand Live Score: Virat Kohli departs after a brilliant 93

India lose a huge wicket as Virat Kohli is caught by Michael Bracewell off Kyle Jamieson for 93. Kohli’s knock included eight fours and a six, keeping India well in control, but his dismissal breaks the partnership and brings Shreyas Iyer back with a new partner at the crease.

Score: IND 234-3 (39.1 overs)

20:26 (IST) Jan 11

IND vs NZ Live Score: Virat Kohli and Shreyas Iyer keep India cruising

Shreyas Iyer opens the face and finds the gap for a cheeky four, while Virat Kohli muscles a pull for a quick single. Kohli also survives a big shout for caught behind, as UltraEdge shows no contact. India keep the momentum, steadily closing in on the target.

Score: IND 227-2 (37 overs)

20:13 (IST) Jan 11

IND vs NZ Live Score: Virat Kohli smashes a huge six as India edge closer to the target

Virat Kohli steps down the pitch and unleashes a massive six over wide long-on, showing his class and intent. Shreyas Iyer keeps the strike rotating with smart singles, keeping the chase ticking along smoothly.

Score: IND 213-2 (35 overs)

20:09 (IST) Jan 11

India vs New Zealand Live Score: Virat Kohli keeps India on top with a classy boundary

Virat Kohli brings up a lovely four, backing away and whipping it past backward square leg, while both Kohli and Shreyas Iyer rotate the strike with smart singles. India continue to build momentum in their chase.

Score: IND 203-2 (34 overs)

19:59 (IST) Jan 11

IND vs NZ Live Score: Shreyas Iyer unleashes fireworks as India accelerate

Shreyas Iyer takes charge, smashing a huge six over mid-wicket and following it up with two cracking fours. Virat Kohli keeps the scoreboard ticking with a smart single, as the duo steadily push India closer to the target. Momentum is firmly with the hosts.

Score: IND 187-2 (31 overs)

19:56 (IST) Jan 11

IND vs NZ 1st ODI Live Score: 4 runs from the over

Virat Kohli and Shreyas Iyer keep the momentum going with smart running and controlled strokes. Kohli nudges a slower ball for a single, while Iyer picks up singles with ease, helping India inch closer to their target.

Score: IND 172-2 (30 overs)

19:49 (IST) Jan 11

India vs New Zealand Live Score: Stat Attack!

Shreyas Iyer vs NZ in ODIs (before today)
103 (107)
52 (57)
62 (63)
80 (76)
49 (59)
33 (39)
105 (70)
79 (98)
48 (62) – last

19:41 (IST) Jan 11

IND vs NZ Live Score: Shubman Gill out

Shubman Gill’s fluent fifty comes to an end, caught by Glenn Phillips off Adithya Ashok for 56 off 71 balls. The partnership with Virat Kohli is broken, but Kohli continues to anchor the innings, smashing a boundary earlier in the over to keep India ahead in the chase of 301.

Score: IND 156-2 (26.3 overs)

19:34 (IST) Jan 11

India vs New Zealand Live Score: Shubman Gill and Virat Kohli keep India in control

Shubman Gill reached his fifty while Virat Kohli raced to his own, guiding India past 145 for 1. After Rohit Sharma’s early dismissal, the pair have steadied the chase of 301 with a 100-run partnership. Gill played smartly, timing the ball to the gaps, while Kohli used crisp drives and perfect placement. India remain firmly on top as both batters look set to take the team home.

Score: IND 145-1 (25 overs)

19:30 (IST) Jan 11

IND vs NZ 1st ODI Live Score: Virat Kohli and Shubman Gill Forge 100-Run Stand as India Stay in Control

Virat Kohli and Shubman Gill continue to anchor India’s chase, bringing up a crucial 100-run partnership. Kohli nudged a single to deep square leg, while Gill rotated the strike smartly with well-timed pushes to long-on. The pair kept the scoreboard ticking despite disciplined bowling from Glenn Phillips. India move to 140 for 1 after 24 overs, firmly in command of the chase.

19:24 (IST) Jan 11

IND vs NZ Live Score: Virat Kohli reaches fifty as India inch closer

Virat Kohli brought up a fluent fifty, his 44-ball knock keeping India firmly on track. Shubman Gill also contributed steadily, nudging the score along with singles and careful rotation of strike. The Vadodara crowd erupted as Kohli acknowledged the applause, a reminder of his class and timing.

India 131 for 1 after 22 overs

19:20 (IST) Jan 11

India vs New Zealand Live Score: Stat Alert

Virat Kohli’s last six List-A scores
74* vs AUS
135 vs SA
102 vs SA
65* vs SA
131 vs Andhra
77 vs Gujarat

19:15 (IST) Jan 11

IND vs NZ 1st ODI Live Score: Four runs off the over

Michael Bracewell kept things tight, conceding just four singles as Shubman Gill and Virat Kohli stayed patient. No risks taken, no panic either, as India continued to tick along steadily in the chase.

India 117 for 1 after 19 overs

19:05 (IST) Jan 11

IND vs NZ Live Score: Shubman Gill goes big as India cross 100

Shubman Gill showed clear intent against Michael Bracewell, slog-sweeping him cleanly over the ropes to bring up the first six of the over. Virat Kohli kept things tidy at the other end, rotating strike as India crossed the 100-run mark without fuss.

India 108 for 1 after 17 overs

19:01 (IST) Jan 11

India vs New Zealand Live Score: Shubman Gill finds the gap, Virat Kohli keeps ticking

Shubman Gill finally opened up with a classy on-drive, leaning into a full delivery and threading it past mid-on for four. It was all about timing, not power. Virat Kohli stayed busy at the other end, rotating the strike and ensuring there was no pressure after the early wicket. India continued to move steadily without taking risks.

India 99 for 1 after 16 overs

18:56 (IST) Jan 11

IND vs NZ 1st ODI Live Score: Virat Kohli scripts history!

Virat Kohli has completed 28000 runs in International cricket. He is the quickest to reach there in just 624 innings, bettering Sachin Tendulkar (644 inngs) and Kumar Sangakkara (666 inngs)

18:50 (IST) Jan 11

IND vs NZ Live Score: Shubman Gill goes big, Virat Kohli cashes in

Shubman Gill set the tone in the over by launching a six off Adithya Ashok early. Virat Kohli then took charge, keeping the pressure on with two authoritative fours through the off side and rotating strike smartly in between. A productive over for India as the chase gathered momentum.

India 76-1 after 13 overs

18:47 (IST) Jan 11

IND vs NZ 1st ODI Live Score: Virat Kohli takes control with two boundaries

Virat Kohli takes control against Kristian Clarke with two boundaries. The one is streaky, an inside edge racing past the stumps, the second far more authoritative as he charges down and lifts cleanly over mid-on. The rest of the over is kept quiet.

Score: India 60/1 after 12 overs

18:39 (IST) Jan 11

India vs New Zealand Live Score: Virat Kohli finds his rhythm with two crisp boundaries

Virat Kohli injects momentum with two classy fours off Zakary Foulkes. One comes off a swivelled pull, the other a clean straight drive. Shubman Gill rotates strike early, while Glenn Phillips saves runs again in the deep.

Score: India 48/1 after 10 overs

18:32 (IST) Jan 11

IND vs NZ Live Score: Rohit Sharma falls

Kyle Jamieson strikes just after a couple of wides. Rohit Sharma drives on the up and is caught cleanly by Michael Bracewell at cover.

Score: India 39/1 after 8.4 overs

18:28 (IST) Jan 11

IND vs NZ 1st ODI Live Score: Shubman Gill survives scare

It was a tight over from Zakary Foulkes with very little on offer. Shubman Gill was beaten outside off early and then survived a big moment when Glenn Phillips put down a sharp chance at backward point, diving left but failing to hold on.

Gill finally managed to rotate the strike with a single at the end, but the over largely belonged to the bowler as runs dried up.

India 36/0 after 8 overs

18:24 (IST) Jan 11

India vs New Zealand Live Score: Rohit Sharma takes charge with six and four

Rohit Sharma stepped on the accelerator in the seventh over, going after Kyle Jamieson with authority. He first made room and charged down the pitch to launch a clean six over mid-on, getting on top of the bounce and sending the ball sailing into the stands.

Jamieson tried to pull the length back, but Rohit stayed in control. A few balls later, he got width outside off and punched it firmly past backward point for four, timing it sweetly through the infield.

India 35 for 0 after 7 overs

18:19 (IST) Jan 11

IND vs NZ Live Score: Rohit Sharma launches a big six

Rohit Sharma gets into the act! After nudging one for a quick single, he swings at a short delivery from Zakary Foulkes and smashes it over square leg for a huge six. Shubman Gill keeps the strike ticking with a neat single to third man. India continue their cautious but confident chase.

Score: India 23-0

18:16 (IST) Jan 11

IND vs NZ 1st ODI Live Score: Subman Gill finds his rhythm

Subman Gill finds his rhythm! After a patient start, he drives Jamieson wide of cover for four and adds a quick single to rotate the strike. Rohit stays watchful, defending the deliveries carefully.

Score: IND 15-0

18:11 (IST) Jan 11

India vs New Zealand Live Score: Rohit Sharma gets India moving with a boundary

Rohit gets India moving with a boundary! Foulkes pitches one up, and Rohit lifts it gently over mid-on for four. The rest of the over sees Rohit staying watchful, defending the deliveries carefully while Gill remains patient at the other end.

Score: IND 10-0

18:08 (IST) Jan 11

IND vs NZ Live Score: Maiden Over

Shubman Gill and Rohit Sharma kept India calm in the early overs, carefully defending Kyle Jamieson’s deliveries. The 3rd over went for no runs as Gill played everything along the ground, while Rohit stayed watchful at the other end.

18:02 (IST) Jan 11

IND vs NZ 1st ODI Live Score: Boundary for Rohit Sharma

India started their chase of 301 with Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill at the crease. Rohit made an immediate impact, striking the first boundary of the innings in the opening over off Kyle Jamieson. The short, wide delivery was guided past cover-point for four with a silken touch.

17:48 (IST) Jan 11

India vs New Zealand Live Score: Stat Alert

Best batting average in ODIs (min 50 inngs)
58.46 - Virat Kohli
56.36 - Shubman Gill
53.82 - Daryl Mitchell*
53.52 - Babar Azam
53.58 - Michael Bevan

17:26 (IST) Jan 11

IND vs NZ Live Score: NZ post 300/8 in 50 overs, India fight back with key wickets

New Zealand managed to reach a competitive 300 for eight in their allotted 50 overs, thanks to a mixture of steady partnerships and late fireworks from their lower order. The innings was anchored by the top-order pair of Devon Conway and Henry Nicholls, who stitched together a century stand in the powerplay, frustrating India as the bowlers searched for their first breakthrough.

Harshit Rana finally broke through, removing both Conway (56) and Nicholls (62) in quick succession, bringing the hosts back into the contest. Mohammed Siraj followed suit, dismissing Will Young for 12, leaving New Zealand three down. Kuldeep Yadav then struck, sending back Glenn Phillips.

Despite these middle-order blows, Daryl Mitchell rose to the occasion, compiling a well-paced 84 before falling LBW to Prasidh Krishna. Mitchell’s innings included multiple boundaries and sixes, keeping New Zealand on track. Late contributions from Kristian Clarke (24) and Kyle Jamieson (8) added valuable runs, ensuring the team crossed the 300-run mark.

The Indian pacers, led by Harshit Rana and Prasidh Krishna, were the main wicket-takers, with Kuldeep chipping in. Shreyas Iyer was also involved in a direct-hit run-out, showing India’s sharp fielding in patches.

New Zealand’s 300/8 now sets up an intriguing chase for India. The bowlers will hope to replicate the breakthroughs they found in the middle overs, while the batsmen will need to navigate the first few overs carefully against a disciplined Kiwi attack.

NZ 50 overs: 300/8 (D. Mitchell 84, H. Nicholls 62, D. Conway 56; H. Rana 2/34, P. Krishna 2/60,)

17:12 (IST) Jan 11

IND vs NZ 1st ODI Live Score: Prasidh Krishna strikes again! Daryl Mitchell out

Prasidh Krishna strikes again! Daryl Mitchell, who had battled brilliantly with 84 off 71 balls including five fours and three sixes, is trapped LBW by the Indian pacer. Mitchell immediately reviews, but UltraEdge and ball-tracking confirm India’s eighth wicket.

17:08 (IST) Jan 11

IND vs NZ Live Score: NZ lower order keeps ticking as Clarke finds the boundary

Daryl Mitchell moves to 70(67) with well-timed singles, while Kristian Clarke opens up with a neat four off Harshit Rana. India’s bowlers are probing, but the lower order is steadily adding runs.

NZ 267/7 after 47 overs

17:02 (IST) Jan 11

India vs New Zealand Live Score: Daryl Mitchell keeps NZ moving with a big six

Mitchell reaches 68 with a huge six over long-on, while Kristian Clarke rotates the strike well. India’s bowlers continue to hunt for wickets, but the lower order is adding valuable runs.

NZ 260/7 after 46 overs

16:59 (IST) Jan 11

IND vs NZ 1st ODI Live Score: NZ rebuild after late wickets, Mitchell on 60

Daryl Mitchell holds the innings together with a well-made 60, while Kristian Clarke adds quick runs in the lower order. India’s bowlers have made breakthroughs, but NZ are still trying to post a competitive total.

NZ 250/7 after 45 overs

16:49 (IST) Jan 11

IND vs NZ Live Score: Mohammed Siraj strikes again!

Mohammed Siraj keeps up the pressure, cleaning up Foulkes in the 44th over. New Zealand now reeling after losing three wickets in quick succession.

16:45 (IST) Jan 11

India vs New Zealand Live Score: Michael Bracewell run out as NZ lose sixth wicket

Harshit Rana created the pressure and Shreyas Iyer executed a perfect direct hit to send Michael Bracewell back to the pavilion. Despite some fireworks earlier, New Zealand lose their sixth wicket.

NZ 237/6 after 43 overs

16:33 (IST) Jan 11

IND vs NZ 1st ODI Live Score: Fifty for Daryl Mitchell

Daryl Mitchell brought up his fifty in style, mixing clever strike rotation with a massive six over long-on off Kuldeep Yadav. He’s been the backbone of the innings, keeping the scoreboard ticking even as wickets fell at the other end.

NZ 223/5 after 41 overs

16:30 (IST) Jan 11

IND vs NZ Live Score: Three runs from the over

Prasidh Krishna continued to build pressure in the 40th over, giving away just three runs. Daryl Mitchell and Michael Bracewell rotated the strike carefully, but India’s pacer kept them from breaking free.

NZ 212/5 after 40 overs

16:19 (IST) Jan 11

India vs New Zealand Live Score: Prasidh Krishna strikes!

Prasidh Krishna produced a jaffa to end Mitchell Hay’s stay, jagging one back sharply to beat the inside edge and rattle the top of middle stump. Hay had shown intent but was completely undone by the movement.

New Zealand lose their fifth wicket.

16:15 (IST) Jan 11

India vs New Zealand Live Score: Mitchell Hay injects momentum as NZ near 200

Mitchell Hay played a lively over against Ravindra Jadeja, finding the boundary twice to lift New Zealand’s scoring rate. One was a confident pull over mid-wicket, followed by a fortunate edge that raced away through the vacant slip region.

Daryl Mitchell continued to rotate the strike as New Zealand added 10 from the over.

NZ 196/4 after 37 overs

16:12 (IST) Jan 11

IND vs NZ Live Score: Six runs from the over

Daryl Mitchell and Mitchell Hay added six runs in the 36th over against Kuldeep Yadav. Hay showed confidence with a neat paddle for three, while Mitchell rotated the strike to keep the innings moving.

New Zealand recover slightly to 186/4 after 36 overs.

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IND vs NZ Live Score, 1st ODI: Daryl Mitchell played a crucial innings of 84 off 71 balls to guide New Zealand to 300 for 8 in the first ODI against India on Sunday. Ranked world No. 3 behind Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, Mitchell delivered a stroke-filled, gritty knock at a time when New Zealand’s middle order struggled to capitalise on a strong start from the openers.

Devon Conway (56 off 67) and Henry Nicholls (62 off 69) had earlier put on 117 for the opening wicket, frustrating India for the first 21 overs. Harshit Rana’s second spell turned the tide, breaking the century partnership with Nicholls in the 22nd over and then removing Conway in the 24th, reducing New Zealand from 117 for no loss to 198 for five by the 38th over.

Mitchell’s innings was anchored by vital partnerships that steadied the innings, while debutant Kristian Clarke struck three late fours to finish unbeaten on 24 off 17 balls. Indian bowlers had their moments, including Prasidh Krishna’s dismissal of Mitchell Hay and a stunning direct-hit run-out from Shreyas Iyer to send back skipper Michael Bracewell. Kuldeep Yadav also chipped in with one wicket.

Despite these breakthroughs, the opening pair’s skillful strokeplay—including drives, sweeps, and reverse sweeps—set a solid platform for the late surge. Mitchell’s aggressive counterattacks, combined with Clarke’s cameo, ensured New Zealand posted a challenging 300, setting the stage for an exciting contest in the first ODI.