India and New Zealand clash in first ODI at Eden Park
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Last updated Nov 3, 2026
India faces New Zealand in the first ODI of a five-match series at Eden Park, starting Wednesday morning. Both teams feature key players with Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli returning for India, while New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner leads a squad without some regular players. India holds a historical edge in ODI matchups, leading the head-to-head 63 to 52. The outcome of this match could set the tone for the rest of the series.
- •Match scheduled for Wednesday at 7:30 AM IST.
- •Shubman Gill will captain India for the first three ODIs.
- •New Zealand won the last two encounters against India in January.
- •Pitch at Eden Park historically favors chasing teams.
- •Injuries impact both teams' lineups, with key players missing.
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