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The Holkar Cricket Stadium in Indore is renowned for being a batter’s paradise, but on January 18, 2026, the narrative shifted toward the moving ball. In the series finale between India and New Zealand, the Men in Blue, led by Shubman Gill, opted to field first—a decision that paid immediate dividends. As the sun began to set over Indore, India’s …

The series-deciding India vs New Zealand 3rd ODI is set for Sunday, January 11, at the Holkar Cricket Stadium in Indore. With the series currently levelled at 1-1, the stakes are massive. The Black Caps are chasing a historic milestone: their first-ever ODI series victory on Indian soil, fresh off their recent Test success. The Indian cricket team enters the …

The India vs New Zealand ODI series has set up a thrilling finale as the contest stands evenly poised at 1-1 after the first two matches. With both sides claiming one victory apiece, all eyes now turn to the third and decisive ODI, scheduled to be played at the Holkar Cricket Stadium in Indore on Sunday, January 18. The winner …

As the India vs New Zealand ODI series reaches its thrilling climax, the focus has shifted to the high-stakes decider in Indore. After a dominant start by India in Vadodara, the Black Caps roared back in Rajkot to level the series 1-1, turning the final match into a virtual knockout. With the series on the line, the team management faces …

Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan has offered a sharp assessment of India’s ODI setup following their defeat against New Zealand, explaining why Axar Patel currently holds an edge over Ravindra Jadeja in the 50-over format. Pathan’s comments came after India’s loss in Rajkot, a result that allowed New Zealand to level the three-match ODI series and push it into a …

In a recent, high-profile exclusive for Code Sports Australia, renowned cricket writer Daniel Cherny delved into the mind of Pakistan’s batting maestro, Babar Azam. In a rare moment of candid self-reflection and peer analysis, Babar stepped away from his own accolades to rank the traditional ‘Fab Four’ (Virat Kohli, Steve Smith, Kane Williamson and Joe Root). His selections, categorized by format, provide …

In the high-octane world of international cricket, few players possess the tactical acumen of Ravichandran Ashwin. While currently retired from the international cricket, the veteran off-spinner remains a sharp student of the game, often sharing masterclasses on social media. Recently, during the ongoing 2nd ODI between India and New Zealand in Rajkot, Ashwin took to his X (formerly Twitter) handle …

Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Rajkot witness to a batting clinic on January 14, 2026, as New Zealand’s Daryl Mitchell silenced a raucous Indian crowd in the second ODI. With the series on the line, Mitchell produced an innings of sheer resilience and tactical brilliance, steering the Black Caps toward a series-leveling victory. Chasing a competitive target of 285, the …

Even though Virat Kohli couldn’t make a big score during India‘s 2nd ODI against New Zealand on January 14, 2026, it still didn’t stop him from breaking another historic milestone. While the superstar batter departed for a modest 23 off 29 balls in Rajkot, he achieved a feat that has stood for decades, further cementing his legacy as one of …

The second ODI between India and New Zealand at the Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Rajkot on January 14, 2026, witnessed a moment of pure fast-bowling artistry. As India sought to defend a competitive total, young pace sensation Harshit Rana delivered the standout moment of the evening, producing an absolute jaffa to dismiss the dangerous Devon Conway. The dismissal set …