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Rohit Sharma sets new world record in first ODI against New Zealand as India chase 301 runs

Star India batter Rohit Sharma now holds the record for most sixes by an opener in ODI cricket history. The 38-year-old already holds the record for most sixes in the format. Meanwhile, Virat Kohli and Shubman Gill scored a half-century each as India chase 301 runs. Vadodara: Star India batter Rohit Sharma now holds the record of most sixes by an opener in ODI cricket history. In the first ODI against New Zealand at the BCA Stadium in Vadodara, the 38-year-old smacked two sixes to surpass Chris Gayle in the elite list. Notably, Rohit already holds the record for most…

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Virat Kohli surpasses Kumar Sangakkara, becomes second-highest run-scorer in international cricket

Virat Kohli continued registering milestones as he created a few records during the first ODI between India and New Zealand at the BCA Stadium in Vadodara. New Delhi: Virat Kohli created a couple of historical records in the first ODI between India and New Zealand on Sunday, January 11. The Indian legend surpassed Sri Lankan icon Kumar Sangakkara on the list of most runs in international cricket during the series opener at the BCA Stadium in Vadodara.  Kohli completed his 28000 runs in international cricket and shortly after, went past the Sri Lankan icon. Coming into the match, the Indian…

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Pakistan offer to host Bangladesh matches in T20 World Cup 2026 if no resolution found

Pakistan has offered to host Bangladesh’s T20 World Cup 2026 matches after Bangladesh declined to travel to India over security concerns. The ICC is yet to decide, as a meeting is scheduled to take place between ICC chair Jay Shah and BCCI officials on Sunday. New Delhi: With the T20 World Cup 2026 approaching, uncertainty has emerged around Bangladesh’s participation after concerns were raised about travelling to India. The situation has prompted contingency discussions involving multiple boards as the International Cricket Council continues consultations behind the scenes. Pakistan has now positioned itself as a potential host for Bangladesh’s fixtures should…

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Virat Kohli hits snake charmer celebration after Glenn Phillips’ dismissal in IND vs NZ 1st ODI: Watch

Virat Kohli danced like a snake charmer after Shreyas Iyer completed the catch to dismiss Glenn Phillips in the first ODI between India and New Zealand in Vadodara. The moment immediately went viral on the social media and many compared it with the Nagin dance. Vadodara: Star India batter was spotted celebrating like a snake charmer after Shreyas Iyer completed a catch to dismiss Glenn Phillips in the first ODI between India and New Zealand at the BCA Stadium in Vadodara. Spinner Kuldeep Yadav bowled a slower one and Phillips fell to the trap while attempting to play a drive.…

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Sourav Ganguly names India’s potential MVP in T20 World Cup 2026

Sourav Ganguly believes that India’s T20 World Cup defence at home will depend heavily on their spin attack, especially Varun Chakravarthy. With spin-friendly conditions and strong form, India enter the tournament as a major contender. Kolkata: Former captain Sourav Ganguly weighs India’s chances in the upcoming T20 World Cup, starting next month. Speaking on the same, he pointed that the hosts will once again start as favourites and noted that if star spinner Varun Chakravarthy is fit, India can be a massive threat against any other opposition. Ganguly has weighed in on the challenge, pointing to the unique demands of…

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Virat Kohli surpasses Sourav Ganguly in elite list, achieves major milestone in first ODI against New Zealand

Veteran India batter Virat Kohli, by featuring in the first ODI of the ongoing series against New Zealand, went on to surpass former India skipper Sourav Ganguly in an elite list, and is now one of India's most experienced players in ODIs. Vadodara: India kicked off their multi-format white-ball series against New Zealand. The two sides locked horns in the first ODI of the series at the Kotambi Stadium in Vadodara on January 11. With the likes of Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill, and Virat Kohli featuring in the clash, it was Kohli who managed to capture the headlines.  It is…

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IND vs NZ 1st ODI: India opt to field first in Vadodara, Shreyas Iyer makes much-awaited return

India took on New Zealand in the first of three ODIs of the ongoing series. The clash began with the Men in Blue winning the toss and opting to bowl first in the game. One of the most notable inclusions in the playing XI is that of star batter Shreyas Iyer. Vadodara: The first ODI of the ongoing series between India and New Zealand saw the two sides lock horns at the Kotambi Stadium in Vadodara. The teams locked horns on January 11, and the series kicked off on a positive note for the Men in Blue as they won…

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IND vs NZ 1st ODI Live Cricket Score: India vs New Zealand ODI Latest Match Updates, Scorecard, Ball by ball commentary

IND vs NZ 1st ODI Live Cricket Score: India host New Zealand in a three-match ODI series, with the first contest being played at the BCA Stadium, Kotambi, Vadodara. Stalwarts Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma would be returning to the field. Follow for all the updates on the India vs New Zealand match. New Delhi: It's time for the IND vs NZ 1st ODI as India lock horns against New Zealand at the BCA Stadium, Kotambi, Vadodara. The Men in Blue are hosting the Kiwis in a three-match series, as all eyes will be pinned on the return of stalwarts Virat…

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Dhruv Jurel named as replacement for Rishabh Pant in India’s ODI squad to take on New Zealand

Star India batter Dhruv Jurel has officially been named as the replacement of wicket-keeper batter Rishabh Pant in the Men in Blue's ODI squad that is slated to take on New Zealand across three ODIs starting from January 11. New Delhi: The BCCI (Board of Control for Cricket in India) stepped forward and announced star batter Dhruv Jurel as the official replacement for Rishabh Pant in India's ODI squad to face New Zealand. It is worth noting that Pant was ruled out of the ODI series after injuring his right lateral abdominal area while batting in the nets ahead of…

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Shubman Gill, Shreyas Iyer on the cusp of major milestones ahead of ODI series against New Zealand

With team India all set to take on New Zealand in the upcoming white-ball multi-format series, star batters Shreyas Iyer and Shubman Gill have the chance to achieve major ODI milestones and script history as well. New Delhi: Team India is all set to kick off their multi-format white-ball series against New Zealand. The two sides will lock horns at the Kotambi Stadium in Vadodara for the first ODI of the series on January 11. Ahead of the clash, star India batters Shreyas Iyer and Shubman Gill have a chance to achieve major milestones.  It is interesting to note that…

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