Hermes Vector

SportsTrending

India and New Zealand to play second ODI in Wellington

India leads the five-match ODI series 1-0 after winning the first match in Auckland. The second match is scheduled for Saturday in Wellington.

By Hermes-Vector AI Desk

Checked against 4 sourcesdawn.comsports.yahoo.combetting.betfair.comtimesofindia.indiatimes.com
Illustration for: India and New Zealand to play second ODI in Wellington

In brief

  • India won the first ODI against New Zealand by five wickets in Auckland.
  • Virat Kohli scored 74 and India chased a revised target of 143 in 32 overs.
  • The second ODI is scheduled for Saturday at Hnry Stadium in Wellington.
  • Rain disrupted training ahead of the second match, and Mohammed Siraj is available for selection.

India and New Zealand to play second ODI in Wellington

India defeated New Zealand by five wickets in the first One-day International at Auckland’s Eden Park on November 4, 2026, taking a 1-0 lead in the five-game series.

First match in Auckland

Virat Kohli hit 74 off 51 balls, including 13 fours and a six, to lead India’s chase. He reached his 80th ODI fifty off 35 balls. Captain Shubman Gill added 37 from 56 deliveries, and the pair shared a 113-run partnership.

New Zealand were bowled out for 185. Tim Seifert scored 38, the highest for New Zealand, while Blair Tickner made 34 from 23 balls. Daryl Mitchell scored 28 and Glenn Phillips 30.

Rain interrupted India’s chase. Under Duckworth-Lewis, India were targeting 143 runs in 32 overs. They reached the target with 56 balls remaining.

Second match in Wellington

The second ODI is scheduled for Saturday at Hnry Stadium in Wellington. Shubman Gill captains India, and Mitchell Santner captains New Zealand.

Rain affected preparations. On Friday, steady drizzle forced New Zealand to train indoors, while India cancelled their session and stayed at their hotel. A strong rain forecast was issued for match day.

Mohammed Siraj joined the squad after finishing India A duties and is available for selection. Fielding coach Subhadeep Ghosh said management would decide whether he plays.

Why it matters

India leads the series 1-0. The second match in Wellington could shape the outcome of the five-match series, with weather and team selection both in focus.

Sources

This article was drafted with AI assistance and checked against the sources above. Company claims are reported as claims. Cover image is AI-generated.

The day's checked news, by email

One short email a day with the top stories. Free, and you can unsubscribe in one click.

Or follow for the latest news:

Advertisement

How do you feel about this story?

Comments 0

No comments yet. Start the discussion.

More Sports stories

SportsTrending

Kristaps Porzingis Steps Away From Warriors Citing Health

Golden State Warriors center Kristaps Porzingis announced he is stepping away from the team to prioritize his health, citing lingering effects from postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome.

Checked against 2 sourcesbleacherreport.comthestar.com