New Zealand Opts to Bowl First Against India in Rajkot ODI
In the second ODI in Rajkot, New Zealand's captain Michael Bracewell has opted to bowl first after winning the toss. The match sees Jaden Lennox making his debut, while Washington Sundar is sidelined due to injury. With Virat Kohli in great form, India aims to secure a win and minimize further injury concerns. Read on for more details about the match and team updates.
Jan 14, 2026, 13:33 IST
Match Overview
In Rajkot, New Zealand's captain Michael Bracewell has won the toss and chosen to bowl first against India. The Kiwi team has given Jaden Lennox his debut, while Aditya Ashok will remain on the bench. Due to an injury, Washington Sundar has been ruled out for the remainder of the series, leading to Nitish Reddy getting a chance to play. India's hopes are buoyed by Virat Kohli's excellent form, which has somewhat alleviated concerns over injuries to key players. The team will be looking to secure a victory in the second ODI against New Zealand and avoid further additions to their injury list.