Kohli Leads India to Crushing Win Over New Zealand in First ODI

Virat Kohli plays a pull shot during his 74 off 51 balls in India’s five-wicket win over New Zealand in the first ODI at Eden Park, Auckland.

A Brilliant 74 Gives India a Five-Wicket Win at Eden Park Virat Kohli hit a commanding 74 off 51 balls as India beat New Zealand by five wickets in the first one-day international at Eden Park on Wednesday, 4 November 2026. The match was affected by rain, and India won under the DLS method. Kohli, who turns 38 on Thursday, came in after Rohit Sharma was out for a duck. The result gives India a 1-0 lead in the series. Background: A Series Opener With New Faces India arrived in…

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