India wins the toss and bowls in the 4th cricket ODI against New Zealand
India, already up 2-0, made several lineup changes as Shreyas Iyer took over the captaincy and chose to bowl after winning the toss.
- On Friday, India won the toss at Bay Oval and elected to bowl first in the 4th ODI against New Zealand. Captain Shreyas Iyer cited evening dew and chasing strategy as reasons for the decision.
- India leads the 5-match series 2-0 and aims to become the first touring team in seven years to win a one-day series in New Zealand. Iyer assumed captaincy after Shubman Gill departed for upcoming Test matches.
- Following departures for Test preparations, both sides reshuffled lineups. New Zealand added Nick Kelly, Dean Foxcroft, and Finn Allen to bolster batting, while India introduced Ruturaj Gaikwad and Ishan Kishan to the playing 11.
- New Zealand openers Tim Seifert and Will Young established a solid foundation, reaching 32/0 after 5 overs. Seifert scored 22 runs in 20 deliveries, laying groundwork for a strong innings.
- The 5th ODI at Bay Oval is scheduled for November 15, 2026. India seeks to secure the series with another victory, while New Zealand must overcome the 2-0 deficit to keep their hopes alive.
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India wins the toss and bowls in the 4th cricket ODI against New Zealand
MOUNT MAUNGANUI, New Zealand (AP) — India has changed its captain but not its success with the toss as Shreyas Iyer called correctly and chose to bowl Friday in the fourth one-day cricket international against New Zealand at Bay Oval.
The 4th ODI between India and New Zealand is underway at Bay Oval. A total of 9 changes have been made in both the teams in preparation for the Test. While India are set to win the series with a 2-0 lead, New Zealand are under pressure to avoid a series defeat at home. Indian captain Shreyas Iyer won the toss and elected to bowl first. Ruturaj, Ishan, Kuldeep have returned to the Indian team.
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