New Zealand Sets Challenging Target of 301 Against India in Vadodara

In a thrilling ODI match in Vadodara, New Zealand set a challenging target of 301 runs against India, thanks to Daryl Mitchell's stellar 84 and solid contributions from Devon Conway and Henry Nicholls. After a strong opening partnership, India fought back with quick wickets, but Mitchell's innings helped secure a competitive total. With India's bowlers taking crucial wickets, the stage is set for an exciting chase. Will India rise to the challenge? Read on for the full match details.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jan 11, 2026, 18:31 IST

Kiwis Establish Strong Foundation

On Sunday in Vadodara, Daryl Mitchell's impressive innings of 84, complemented by half-centuries from Devon Conway and Henry Nicholls, propelled New Zealand to a formidable score of 300/8 in their allotted 50 overs against India.

Opening Partnership Paves the Way

After winning the toss, India chose to bowl first. The New Zealand openers, Conway and Nicholls, built a solid platform, combining for a 117-run partnership. They reached 50 runs in just 10.1 overs and crossed the century mark in 19.5 overs, putting early pressure on the Indian bowling attack.

India's Bowlers Strike Back

Henry Nicholls was the first Kiwi to fall, scoring 62 runs off 69 balls, featuring eight boundaries. Harshit Rana was the bowler who dismissed him, and he quickly followed up by taking out Devon Conway, who made 56 runs off 67 balls, including six fours and a six.

Will Young was dismissed shortly after for 12 runs by Mohammed Siraj. The middle order struggled to build on the strong start, with Glenn Phillips scoring 12 before being dismissed by Kuldeep Yadav. Mitchell Hay added 18 runs before being bowled by Prasidh Krishna. Captain Michael Bracewell was run out by Shreyas Iyer after scoring 16, and Zak Foulkes fell for just 1 run, becoming Siraj's second wicket.

Mitchell's Knock Secures 300 for New Zealand

Daryl Mitchell anchored the innings with a stellar performance, scoring 84 runs off 71 balls, which included five fours and three sixes. He appeared poised for a century but was dismissed by Prasidh Krishna towards the end of the innings. Kristian Clarke contributed significantly, remaining not out on 24 runs off 17 balls, helping New Zealand reach the 300-run milestone.

Bowling Performance of India

For India, Mohammed Siraj, Harshit Rana, and Prasidh Krishna each took two wickets, with Siraj finishing with figures of 2/40, Rana 2/65, and Krishna 2/60. Kuldeep Yadav also contributed with 1/52. India now faces a target of 301 runs, a challenging task that carries considerable psychological weight in a one-day match.

Match Summary

Brief score: New Zealand 300/8 in 50 overs (Daryl Mitchell 84, Henry Nicholls 62; Mohammed Siraj 2/40) vs India.