New Delhi: The five-match ODI series between India and New Zealand has started today i.e. from 4th November. The first match of the series is being played at Eden Park in Auckland. Under the captaincy of Shubman Gill, the Indian team has come with the intention of winning this match and taking the lead in the series. At the same time, the command of New Zealand is in the hands of Mitchell Santner.
There is special excitement among Indian cricket fans about this match, because after a long time, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli are once again seen together in the ODI format. All eyes are on the performance of both the experienced batsmen.
Were Indian bowlers putting pressure on Kiwi batsmen?
After winning the toss, Indian captain Shubman Gill decided to bowl first. He believed that considering the cloudy weather in Auckland, it would be better to bowl first. Will Young and Tim Seifert started the innings for New Zealand, but Arshdeep Singh gave India the first success by dismissing Will Young on a personal score of 9 runs.
After this the Indian bowlers maintained continuous pressure. Arshdeep Singh also sent Henry Nicholls to the pavilion. Gurnoor Brar gave India its fourth success by taking a brilliant catch of Tom Latham. At the same time, Anshul Kamboj also took important wickets.
Was Rohit Sharma’s super throw created a stir?
Rohit Sharma also attracted everyone’s attention with his fielding in the match. He made a brilliant throw and ran out Daryl Mitchell who was looking dangerous. Mitchell returned to the pavilion after scoring 28 runs. With this wicket the New Zealand team was in trouble.
After this Anshul Kamboj bowled to captain Mitchell Santner. New Zealand’s innings continued to falter and the Indian bowlers kept getting success one after the other.
Did Virat Kohli’s brilliant catch steel the show?
After the brilliant throw by Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli also showed the magic of his fielding. He took an excellent catch of Nathan Smith by diving to the right at first slip. After this brilliant effort, Kohli celebrated in his special style. Nathan Smith could score only 1 run.
According to the latest available updates, New Zealand had lost 8 wickets for 131 runs in 31.1 overs. Arshdeep Singh had taken three wickets, while Gurnoor Brar and Anshul Kamboj had two wickets each.
Will India be able to take the lead in the first ODI?
In this five-match series, the Indian team is trying to start with a win. Earlier, India had won the five-match T20 series 3-2. Now the team would like to maintain the same rhythm in the ODI series also.
The presence of experienced players like Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli gives strength to the Indian team. However, the picture of the match will be clear only after the completion of New Zealand’s innings and India’s batting.
