Chasing a modest target of 210 in the fifth and final ODI at Bay Oval on Sunday, November 15, 2026, New Zealand reached 82/3 in 20.4 overs, requiring a further 128 runs from 176 balls with a current run rate of 3.97.
Earlier in the day, India’s batting lineup faltered once again, being bundled out for 209 in 42.1 overs after Kiwi skipper Mitchell Santner (3/47) and Jacob Duffy (3 wickets) tore through the innings.
New Zealand Chase & Key Live Developments
Defending 210, the Indian bowling attack struck early through Mohammed Siraj, who removed opener Tim Seifert (14) in the sixth over. Arshdeep Singh then struck twice, dismissing Will Young for 22 thanks to a stunning catch by Ruturaj Gaikwad at backward square leg.
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- The Dropped Sitter: India squandered a golden opportunity to further dismantle the Kiwi middle order when Virat Kohli dropped a straightforward edge off Dean Foxcroft’s bat at a catching height, handing the batter a crucial lifeline.
- Current Partnership: At the crease, Dean Foxcroft (15)* and Nick Kelly are attempting to rebuild the innings as New Zealand navigate the disciplined spells of Arshdeep and Siraj.
First Innings Recap: India Fold for 209
Put in to bat after New Zealand won the toss, India’s top order crumbled cheaply, with star stalwarts Rohit Sharma (7) and Virat Kohli (5) departing early.
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- Resurrection Efforts: Axar Patel and Wicketkeeper Ishan Kishan staged a brief recovery, scoring 46 runs each, while Naman Dhir and skipper Shreyas Iyer contributed 22 runs apiece.
- Late-Order Flourish: Vital late contributions from debutant Arshdeep Singh (14) and Mohammed Siraj (14*) pushed India past the 200-run mark before the innings concluded in 42.1 overs.
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