First ODI: Anshul Kamboj Spearheads India's Strong Pace Showing
Kamboj’s 2.20 economy rate is the best by an India pacer in an ODI since Jasprit Bumrah in 2016, records show.
- On Wednesday, Anshul Kamboj claimed figures of 10-2-22-2 at Eden Park in Auckland, anchoring India's bowling attack to restrict New Zealand to 185 runs in 40.2 overs.
- The 25-year-old Haryana pacer's performance marked redemption after a forgettable ODI debut last month against the West Indies, when he conceded 82 runs without taking a wicket as the Windies chased a 352-run target.
- Kamboj's economy rate of 2.20 matches the best for an Indian pacer in an ODI since Jasprit Bumrah's 2016 performance against Zimbabwe; Ashish Nehra and Ajit Agarkar also achieved similar rates since 2005.
- Dismissing New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner and Nathan Smith, Kamboj demonstrated consistency while fellow seamers Arshdeep Singh and Gurnoor Brar combined for seven wickets to secure India's positive series start.
- Despite Kamboj's standout performance, captain Rohit Sharma fell for his first ODI duck in three years, as India continues the five-match series against the Kiwis at Eden Park.
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‘Wobble seam was working very well’: Kamboj on match-winning spell against New Zealand in 1st ODI - The Tribune
India's Player of the Match Anshul Kamboj credited his disciplined line and length, along with the effective use of the wobble seam, for his impressive bowling figures of 2/22 in the first ODI against New Zealand at Eden Park on Wednesday.
1st ODI: Kamboj's seam and bounce impress Gill as young pacer delivers in Auckland
India captain Shubman Gill lauded pacer Anshul Kamboj's performance in the first ODI against New Zealand, calling him 'tailor-made' for the conditions. Kamboj's 2-wicket haul, along with strong performances from Arshdeep Singh and Gurnoor Brar, helped India bowl out New Zealand for 185, securing a win in the five-match series opener. Gill also highlighted key fielding efforts and the team's overall strong performance despite rain interruptions.
Anshul Kamboj joins Jasprit Bumrah in elite list after record-breaking spell against New Zealand
In his second ODI appearance, Anshul Kamboj delivered an impressive performance by securing two wickets for just 22 runs. The Indian bowling unit functioned impeccably, restricting New Zealand to a modest total of 185 runs in Auckland. Contributing significantly, Arshdeep Singh and Gurnoor Brar took four and three wickets, respectively. Kamboj's economical bowling sets a new standard for Indian pacers in ODIs, highlighting a strong collective ef…
Anshul Kamboj Credits Consistent Line and Length for Match-Winning Spell Against New Zealand
Auckland, November 4, 2026 (Yes Punjab News) India pacer Anshul Kamboj credited his focus on consistent line and length for his match-winning performance in the first ODI against New Zealand, where he returned figures of 2-22 in 10 overs, including two maidens, at Eden Park on Wednesday. The Haryana pacer dismissed Mitchell Santner and Nathan […]
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