Fifth and decisive ODI between India and New Zealand to be held in Mount Maunganui

The fourth match of the five-match ODI tournament between India and New Zealand is expected to take place on November 13th at Bay Oval in Mount Maunganui. The match will start at 7:30 AM Indian time. The Indian team's goal is to win and gain an undeniable advantage in the series, while the hosts face the challenge of maintaining their seven-year dominance. Previously, New Zealand lost to India in the home ODI series only in 2019, after which they won 11 subsequent home ODI series.

In this match, Shreyas Iyer will lead the Indian squad. Regular captain Shubman Gill has been excluded from the team due to preparations for the Test series. Some members of the Indian coaching staff, including wicketkeeper-batsman KL Rahul and fast bowler Anshul Kambojha, are also busy preparing for the Tests. Consequently, Shubman, Rahul, and Anshul will not participate in this match, meaning three planned changes to the starting lineup.

In Shubman Gill's absence, Ishan Kishan is expected to start alongside Rohit Sharma. Furthermore, after Anshul Kambojha departs for the Test camp, Mohammed Siraj may earn a spot in the starting XI, as he has not played in this series yet. There is also a high probability that Ritardh Gaikwad will replace KL Rahul. Kuldeep Yadav is also part of the squad, and his use as a second spinner is being considered depending on circumstances.

Shreyas Iyer will lead the Indian team in the ODI format for the first time. Although he showed difficulties against fast bowlers in the first two matches, he has a chance to regain his form in the more favorable batting conditions at Mount Maunganui.

The opponent, New Zealand, has relied on players such as Finn Allen, Tim Seifert, Will Young, and Nick Kelly for the last two matches. Tom Latham, Daryl Mitchell, Glenn Phillips, and Nathan Smith have left the team to prepare for the Test series. Blair Tickner is also unavailable due to injury.

The possible starting lineup for India in the fourth ODI includes Rohit Sharma, Ishan Kishan (WK), Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer (C), Ritardh Gaikwad, Namam Diara, Axar Patel, Akib Nabi, Mohammed Siraj, Guru Nura Barara, Arshdeep Singh. The possible starting lineup for New Zealand includes Finn Allen, Tim Seifert, Will Young, Nick Kelly, Mitch Hey (WK), Michael Bresshaw, Mitchell Santner (C), Denn Foxcroft, Kyle James, Matt Henry, and Jacob Duffy.

There has been no rain in Mount Maunganui in recent days, although there were showers last week. It will be clear during the match how successfully the ground staff prepared the pitch. During the game at this stadium, the Indian team has played three ODIs, winning two and losing one.

The Indian squad includes Shreyas Iyer (C), Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Tilak Verma, Ishan Kishan (WK/Vice-Captain), Axar Patel, Namam Dir, Akib Nabi, Guru Nura Barara, Ritardh Gaikwad, Arshdeep Singh, Kumar Kushagra (WK), Mohammed Siraj, Yash Thakur, and Kuldeep Yadav. The full New Zealand squad includes Mitchell Santner (C), Finn Allen, Michael Bresshaw, Christian Clark, Jacob Duffy, Matthew Fisher, Denn Foxcroft, Mitch Hey (WK), Matt Henry, Kyle James, Nick Kelly, Brett Randell, Tim Seifert, and Will Young.

The third match of the five-match ODI series between India and New Zealand is scheduled for November 10th at Seddon Park in Hamilton. The Indian team already holds a comfortable 2-0 lead after victories in the first two games.

India intends to win this match to clinch the entire series. For captain Shubman Gill, this match is particularly significant as he will begin preparations for the Test series afterward, and Shreyas Iyer will take over the captaincy for the last two ODIs.

In Hamilton, the influence of cold weather and rain persists, which may lead to a shortened match duration. Due to humidity and rain, the pitch could be ideal for fast bowlers, where extra bounce and uneven bounce will pose serious challenges for batsmen.

Excluding a brilliant performance by Virat Kohli, the top order of India looked in a difficult position. As captain, Shubman Gill and experienced Rohit Sharma did not look comfortable against Kiwi bowling. Rohit Sharma, who scored 0 and 23 runs in the previous two matches, needs to regain his former form.

For New Zealand, difficulties are compounded by the absence of Devon Conway and Rachin Ravindra due to injuries. Their top order (Will Young, Henry Nicholls, and Tim Seifert) consistently fails to meet expectations, and Tom Latham is also experiencing a shortage of runs.

Attention will also be focused on the decisions of coach Gautam Gambhir. His attempt to send Axar Patel to the fifth position instead of KL Rahul in the previous match was not the most successful, although KL Rahul's restrained innings of 26 runs helped India secure the victory. Since Rahul will join the team for the Test matches after the next two games, Ishan Kishan might get a chance later.

Regarding bowling, India's young attack, including Guruonur Barrar, Akib Nabi, Anshul Kamboj, and Arshdeep Singh, continues to dominate on New Zealand soil. There is a possibility that Mohammed Siraj will rest in this match due to the approaching Test series.

India's full squad includes: Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill (captain), Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, Axar Patel, KL Rahul (wicketkeeper), Naman Diar, Anshul Kamboj, Akib Nabi, Guruonur Barrar, Arshdeep Singh, Ritardj Gaikawar, Mohammed Siraj, Ishan Kishan (wicketkeeper), and Kuldeep Yadav.

New Zealand's full squad: Mitchell Santner (captain), Michael Bresshaw, Nick Kelly, Jacob Duffy, Matt Henry, Kyle Jameson, Tom Latham (wicketkeeper), Tim Seifert (wicketkeeper), Daryl Mitchell, Glenn Phillips, Nathan Smith, Will Young, Blair Tickner, and Henry Nicholls.

Today, November 7, the second match of the five-match ODI tournament between India and New Zealand will be played. This meeting is scheduled to take place at Henry Stadium in Wellington. The toss will begin at 7 am Indian time, and the first ball will be bowled at 7:30 am Indian time.

In the first match of the series, the Indian team, led by Shubman Gill, won by five wickets due to the application of the DLS method. Now the Indian team's goal is to take a 2-0 lead in the series.

Team Lineups

The preliminary lineup for the Indian team in the second ODI includes: Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill (captain), Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, Axar Patel, KL Rahul (wicketkeeper), Naman Diara, Anshul Kambojha, Guru Nura Barara, Mohammed Siraj, and Arshdeep Singh.

The possible lineup for the New Zealand team in the second ODI includes: Tim Seifert, Will Young, Henry Nicholls, Daryl Mitchell, Tom Latham (wicketkeeper), Glenn Phillips, Mitchell Santner (captain), Nathan Smith, Kyle Jamieson, Matt Henry, and Jakeba Duffy.

Head-to-Head History

A total of 124 matches have been played between India and New Zealand in ODI format. During this time, the Indian team has won 64 matches, while New Zealand has won 52 matches. One match had no result, and one was declared a draw. Thus, statistically, India has a slight advantage over New Zealand.

Full Team Lineups

The full Indian squad includes: Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill (captain), Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, Axar Patel, KL Rahul (wicketkeeper), Naman Diara, Anshul Kambojha, Akib Nabi, Guru Nura Barara, Arshdeep Singh, Ritardhaj Gaikwad, Mohammed Siraj, Ishan Kishan (wicketkeeper), and Kuldeep Yadav.

The full New Zealand squad includes: Mitchell Santner (captain), Michael Bracewell, Nick Kelly, Jakeba Duffy, Matt Henry, Kyle Jamieson, Tom Latham (wicketkeeper), Tim Seifert (wicketkeeper), Daryl Mitchell, Glenn Phillips, Nathan Smith, Will Young, and Henry Nicholls.