New Zealand Stuns India with Dominant ODI Thriller

Daryl Mitchell’s 101 was the backbone of New Zealand’s impressive victory over India, who struggled to recover from a disastrous start. The Kiwis’ top-order batters set a brisk pace, piling up 275/5 in just 45 overs. India, however, could only manage a paltry 228 all out, thanks largely to a stellar spell of 4/38 by Trent Boult and 3/24 by Lockie Ferguson. The Indian batting lineup was plagued by inconsistent shot selection and lackluster footwork, as the Kiwi bowlers capitalized on their struggles. Despite losing key wickets at regular intervals, India managed to stay in touch until the final few overs. However, a late surge from the New Zealand middle-order ensured that they sealed the win with 7 wickets in hand. The victory marked a turning point in the series, as New Zealand now lead by two matches. The Kiwis’ victory parade awaits them back home, as they continue to cement their status as one of the top teams in ODIs.