India defeated New Zealand by 22 runs in the fifth and final One-Day International (ODI) to clinch the five-match series 3-1 at Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui, on Sunday.
After winning the toss, New Zealand elected to bowl first. India were bowled out for 209 runs in 42.1 overs, with Axar Patel and Ishan Kishan contributing 46 runs each. Mohammed Siraj and Arshdeep Singh added valuable runs towards the end of the innings.
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Key Highlights
Important points readers should notice.
India defeated New Zealand by 22 runs in the fifth ODI.
India clinched the five-match ODI series 3-1.
India scored 209 runs in 42.1 overs.
New Zealand were bowled out for 187 in 48.1 overs.
Arshdeep Singh claimed three wickets for 30 runs.
Axar Patel and Ishan Kishan scored 46 runs each.
In reply, New Zealand were bowled out for 187 in 48.1 overs while chasing a target of 210. India's bowlers delivered a disciplined performance to secure a 22-run victory.
Arshdeep Singh led the bowling attack with three wickets for 30 runs in 10 overs. Mohammed Siraj and Axar Patel claimed two wickets each, while Yash Thakur and Auqib Nabi also contributed to New Zealand's batting collapse.
Dean Foxcroft was New Zealand's highest scorer with 31 runs off 42 deliveries. However, the hosts could not recover from the regular loss of wickets and fell short of the target.
Editorial Analysis
Why This Matters
India's series victory ended New Zealand's impressive record of 11 consecutive bilateral ODI series wins on home soil. The successful defence of 209 runs also highlighted India's bowling strength and ability to perform under pressure.
Arshdeep Singh was named Player of the Match for his all-round contribution, which included 14 runs and three wickets.
The victory secured India's 3-1 series triumph and ended New Zealand's remarkable run of 11 consecutive bilateral ODI series victories at home.
Earlier in the tour, India had also won the five-match T20 International series 3-2, completing a successful white-ball campaign in New Zealand.
