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India vs NZ: Final ODI Decider at Bay Oval
15 Nov
Summary
- India leads the series 2-1 before the final match.
- New Zealand won the fourth ODI by a massive 244 runs.
- Shreyas Iyer is leading India after Shubman Gill's injury.
India and New Zealand are set for a decisive fifth ODI at Bay Oval on November 15, 2026. India currently leads the five-match series 2-1, having won the initial two encounters. However, New Zealand demonstrated a significant resurgence in the fourth ODI, clinching a commanding 244-run victory to keep their series hopes alive.
The series began with India winning the first match by five wickets, a victory determined by the DLS method due to rain. The second ODI also saw a close contest, with India ultimately winning by four runs under the DLS method after rain revised the target. The third ODI was abandoned without a ball bowled due to persistent rain.
New Zealand's strong performance in the fourth ODI, posting 333 thanks to Will Young's 125 and Tim Seifert's 58, followed by a devastating bowling display from Matt Henry, resulted in India being bowled out for 89. Shreyas Iyer is now captaining India for the final two ODIs after Shubman Gill was ruled out with an injury.
This final match is crucial for both teams. India aims to seal the series victory, while New Zealand is determined to avoid a home series defeat and end the contest on level terms.
