New Zealand bowled out for 185 as India’s chase falters

CNN Central News & Networks / ITDC India ePress / ITDC News /Agencies/ Bhopal: CNN Central News and Networks / ITDC India ePress / ITDC News / Agencies, Bhopal: The first match of the five-match ODI series between India and New Zealand is being played on 4 November at Eden Park in Auckland. Batting first, New Zealand were bowled out for 185 in 40.2 overs. Indian bowlers produced an impressive performance to prevent the hosts from posting a big total. However, India’s chase of the 186-run target also began poorly, with experienced batter Rohit Sharma returning to the pavilion without opening his account.

For New Zealand, Tim Seifert top-scored with 38 runs, while Glenn Phillips contributed 28. Daryl Mitchell also made 28, but the Kiwi batters failed to build major partnerships against the Indian bowlers. For India, Arshdeep Singh claimed four wickets. Gurnoor Brar and Anshul Kamboj also made important contributions with the ball.

Jamieson dismisses Rohit: India suffered a major blow in the very first over of the chase. New Zealand fast bowler Kyle Jamieson dismissed Rohit Sharma for a duck. Rohit’s early departure increased the pressure on the Indian team. The team’s hopes now rest on Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli and the other middle-order batters.

India have a chance to win: After restricting New Zealand to 185, India have a good opportunity to begin the series with a win. However, the early wicket has made the contest interesting. In the conditions at Eden Park, the Indian batters will need to play carefully to reach the target.

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