India leads New Zealand 1-0 amid rain disruptions in series opener
ESPNcricinfo • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 4, 2026, 10:02 AM
Last updated Nov 4, 2026
India's seamers effectively dismissed New Zealand batters in a rain-affected match. Virat Kohli contributed 74 runs as India aims for a series lead. Strong bowling, along with disciplined fielding and captaincy, supported the seamers during challenging conditions. The match remains active despite interruptions from rain.
- •India's seamers perform well against New Zealand's batting lineup.
- •Virat Kohli scores 74 runs in the match.
- •The match has been affected by rain interruptions.
- •India is vying for a 1-0 series lead.
- 10:02 AMESPNcricinfo — India's seamers and Kohli 74 power them to 1-0 lead in rain-hit match
"India's seamers were relentless with their interrogation of the New Zealand batters and were supported by excellent fielding and captaincy
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