Former Indian skipper MS Dhoni's presence in the team is enough to shake the opponents. From finishing games to strategising ways to dismissing well-settled batsmen with his stumping at the drop of a hat, Dhoni can do almost everything.

During the fifth and final ODI against New Zealand, Dhoni surprised Kedar Jadhav by conversing with him in Marathi.&nbsp;

On the stump mic, Dhoni was heard giving some advice to Jadhav in Marathi. The tip must have worked because India eventually won the match to clinch the five-match ODI series by a 4-1 margin.&nbsp;

The video of the same is doing the rounds on the Internet.

Surprised but happy, Jadhav reacted to it through his official Twitter handle, "You always feel at home on foreign tours when @msdhoni is behind the stumps... But This moment came as a real surprise..."

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On Sunday, India clinched the five-match ODI series through a clinical 35-run victory over the hosts.&nbsp;

Spinner Yuzvendra Chahal clinched three wickets as India bundled out New Zealand for 217 in 44.1 overs. James Neesham top-scored for his side with 44 runs off 32 balls.&nbsp;

Earlier, Ambati Rayudu anchored Indian innings after early blows to help the visitors post 252, after opting to bat, in Wellington.&nbsp;

The two sides will now lock horns in the three-T20I series, starting February 6. &nbsp;

Former Indian skipper MS Dhoni's presence in the team is enough to shake the opponents. From finishing games to strategising ways to dismissing well-settled batsmen with his stumping at the drop of a hat, Dhoni can do almost everything.

Former Indian skipper MS Dhoni's presence in the team is enough to shake the opponents. From finishing games to strategising ways to dismissing well-settled batsmen with his stumping at the drop of a hat, Dhoni can do almost everything. During the fifth and final ODI against New Zealand, Dhoni surprised Kedar Jadhav by conversing with him in Marathi. On the stump mic, Dhoni was heard giving some advice to Jadhav in Marathi. The tip must have worked because India eventually won the match to clinch the five-match ODI series by a 4-1 margin. The video of the same is doing the rounds on the Internet. Surprised but happy, Jadhav reacted to it through his official Twitter handle, "You always feel at home on foreign tours when @msdhoni is behind the stumps... But This moment came as a real surprise..." × You always feel at home on foreign tours when @msdhoni is behind the stumps... But This moment came as a real surprise...#घेऊन_टाक https://t.co/AhXAwjeFiK — IamKedar (@JadhavKedar) February 3, 2019 × On Sunday, India clinched the five-match ODI series through a clinical 35-run victory over the hosts. Spinner Yuzvendra Chahal clinched three wickets as India bundled out New Zealand for 217 in 44.1 overs. James Neesham top-scored for his side with 44 runs off 32 balls. Earlier, Ambati Rayudu anchored Indian innings after early blows to help the visitors post 252, after opting to bat, in Wellington. The two sides will now lock horns in the three-T20I series, starting February 6.

MS Dhoni's advice to Kedar Jadhav in Marathi leaves all-rounder 'surprised'

Indian wicketkeeper-batsman Mahendra Singh Dhoni (MSD) on Monday has moved up three places in the latest ICC rankings for ODI batsmen.

The former Indian skipper, who is now at the 17th spot, had scored three successive boundaries - 51, 55 not out and 87 not out - and played a significant role in India's first ever bilateral series win in Australia.

Meanwhile, Kedar Jadhav also vaulted eight places to be at the 35th position in the ODI rankings for batsmen.&nbsp;

Moreover, regular India skipper Virat Kohli, who was rested for the last two ODIs against New Zealand, continues to hold the No.1 spot with 887 points.&nbsp;

Rohit Sharma, who stood in as India captain in the absence of Kohli, is at the second place with 854 points while his opening partner Shikhar Dhawan is at the 10th spot with 744 points.&nbsp;

The Indians also dominate the ODI rankings for bowlers as pacer Jasprit Bumrah topped the charts while chinaman Kuldeep Yadav and leg-spinner Yuzvendra Chahal are at the fourth and fifth place respectively.

Indian wicketkeeper-batsman Mahendra Singh Dhoni (MSD) on Monday has moved up three places in the latest ICC rankings for ODI batsmen. The former Indian skipper, who is now at the 17th spot, had scored three successive boundaries - 51, 55 not out and 87 not out - and played a significant role in India's first ever bilateral series win in Australia.

Indian wicketkeeper-batsman Mahendra Singh Dhoni (MSD) on Monday has moved up three places in the latest ICC rankings for ODI batsmen. The former Indian skipper, who is now at the 17th spot, had scored three successive boundaries - 51, 55 not out and 87 not out - and played a significant role in India's first ever bilateral series win in Australia. Meanwhile, Kedar Jadhav also vaulted eight places to be at the 35th position in the ODI rankings for batsmen. Moreover, regular India skipper Virat Kohli, who was rested for the last two ODIs against New Zealand, continues to hold the No.1 spot with 887 points. Rohit Sharma, who stood in as India captain in the absence of Kohli, is at the second place with 854 points while his opening partner Shikhar Dhawan is at the 10th spot with 744 points. The Indians also dominate the ODI rankings for bowlers as pacer Jasprit Bumrah topped the charts while chinaman Kuldeep Yadav and leg-spinner Yuzvendra Chahal are at the fourth and fifth place respectively.

MS Dhoni rises in latest ICC ODI rankings for batsmen

Opting to bat, India lost both its openers Rohit Sharma and Shikhar Dhawan early as the Men in Blue face New Zealand in the fifth and final ODI Westpac Stadium, Wellington&nbsp;on Sunday. The two departed for 2 and 6 runs respectively.&nbsp;

Relying on former Indian skipper MS Dhoni, who returned to the squad after missing two ODIs due to injury, didn't prove worthy as he was clean bowled. He faced a total of six balls and made just one run.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, India's Test sensation Shubman Gill once again failed to score big for his side and got caught off&nbsp;Matt Henry after making just seven runs.

While Matt Henry accounted for Rohit and Gill, Trent Boult dismissed Dhawan and Dhoni. &nbsp;

Earlier,&nbsp;Martin Guptill was ruled out with a back injury and has been replaced by Colin Munro, who was dropped for the fourth ODI, which New Zealand won, after a string of failures.&nbsp;

India lead the five-match ODI series 3-1. The inclusion of Munro is the only change in the New Zealand side with swing bowler Tim Southee again unwanted.&nbsp;

India have MS Dhoni back behind the stumps after the master finisher missed the previous two matches because of a hamstring twinge, and they have also brought back quick bowler Mohammed Shami.

"The average score here is around 230-240, but if you bat well you can get 300," Rohit Sharma said.&nbsp;

New Zealand captain Kane Williamson said he was happy with the toss outcome because he wanted to bowl first "to see if we can get a bit out of the pitch early on".&nbsp;

Opting to bat, India lost both its openers Rohit Sharma and Shikhar Dhawan early as the Men in Blue face New Zealand in the fifth and final ODI Westpac Stadium, Wellington on Sunday.

Opting to bat, India lost both its openers Rohit Sharma and Shikhar Dhawan early as the Men in Blue face New Zealand in the fifth and final ODI Westpac Stadium, Wellington on Sunday. The two departed for 2 and 6 runs respectively. Relying on former Indian skipper MS Dhoni, who returned to the squad after missing two ODIs due to injury, didn't prove worthy as he was clean bowled. He faced a total of six balls and made just one run. Meanwhile, India's Test sensation Shubman Gill once again failed to score big for his side and got caught off Matt Henry after making just seven runs. While Matt Henry accounted for Rohit and Gill, Trent Boult dismissed Dhawan and Dhoni. Earlier, Martin Guptill was ruled out with a back injury and has been replaced by Colin Munro, who was dropped for the fourth ODI, which New Zealand won, after a string of failures. India lead the five-match ODI series 3-1. The inclusion of Munro is the only change in the New Zealand side with swing bowler Tim Southee again unwanted. India have MS Dhoni back behind the stumps after the master finisher missed the previous two matches because of a hamstring twinge, and they have also brought back quick bowler Mohammed Shami. "The average score here is around 230-240, but if you bat well you can get 300," Rohit Sharma said. New Zealand captain Kane Williamson said he was happy with the toss outcome because he wanted to bowl first "to see if we can get a bit out of the pitch early on".

IND vs NZ, 5th ODI: Dhoni bowled by Boult, India 48/4 after 18 overs

Ambati Rayudu slammed a crucial half-century to lift India after early strikes. The batsman was going strong against the New Zealand attack but lost his wicket while trying to hit a six.&nbsp;

India's current no 4 was dismissed for 90 which included eight boundaries and four sixes. &nbsp;&nbsp;

Earlier, Rayudu and Vijay Shankar revived Indian innings after the visitors lost four wickets for just 18 runs in the fifth and final ODI against New Zealand on Saturday. The partnership, however, ended after Shankar was run-out for 45.&nbsp;

Opting to bat, India lost both its openers Rohit Sharma and Shikhar Dhawan early. The two departed for 2 and 6 runs respectively.&nbsp;

Relying on former Indian skipper MS Dhoni, who returned to the squad after missing two ODIs due to injury, didn't prove worthy as he was clean bowled.. He faced a total of six balls and made just one run.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, India's Test sensation Shubman Gill once again failed to score big for his side and got caught off Matt Henry after making just seven runs.

While Matt Henry accounted for Rohit and Gill, Trent Boult dismissed Dhawan and Dhoni. &nbsp;

Earlier, Martin Guptill was ruled out with a back injury and has been replaced by Colin Munro, who was dropped for the fourth ODI, which New Zealand won, after a string of failures.&nbsp;

India lead the five-match ODI series 3-1. The inclusion of Munro is the only change in the New Zealand side with swing bowler Tim Southee again unwanted.&nbsp;

India have MS Dhoni back behind the stumps after the master finisher missed the previous two matches because of a hamstring twinge, and they have also brought back quick bowler Mohammed Shami.

"The average score here is around 230-240, but if you bat well you can get 300," Rohit Sharma said.&nbsp;

New Zealand captain Kane Williamson said he was happy with the toss outcome because he wanted to bowl first "to see if we can get a bit out of the pitch early on".&nbsp;

Ambati Rayudu slammed a crucial half-century to lift India after early strikes. The batsman was going strong against the New Zealand attack but lost his wicket while trying to hit a six.

Ambati Rayudu slammed a crucial half-century to lift India after early strikes. The batsman was going strong against the New Zealand attack but lost his wicket while trying to hit a six. India's current no 4 was dismissed for 90 which included eight boundaries and four sixes. Earlier, Rayudu and Vijay Shankar revived Indian innings after the visitors lost four wickets for just 18 runs in the fifth and final ODI against New Zealand on Saturday. The partnership, however, ended after Shankar was run-out for 45. Opting to bat, India lost both its openers Rohit Sharma and Shikhar Dhawan early. The two departed for 2 and 6 runs respectively. Relying on former Indian skipper MS Dhoni, who returned to the squad after missing two ODIs due to injury, didn't prove worthy as he was clean bowled.. He faced a total of six balls and made just one run. Meanwhile, India's Test sensation Shubman Gill once again failed to score big for his side and got caught off Matt Henry after making just seven runs. While Matt Henry accounted for Rohit and Gill, Trent Boult dismissed Dhawan and Dhoni. Earlier, Martin Guptill was ruled out with a back injury and has been replaced by Colin Munro, who was dropped for the fourth ODI, which New Zealand won, after a string of failures. India lead the five-match ODI series 3-1. The inclusion of Munro is the only change in the New Zealand side with swing bowler Tim Southee again unwanted. India have MS Dhoni back behind the stumps after the master finisher missed the previous two matches because of a hamstring twinge, and they have also brought back quick bowler Mohammed Shami. "The average score here is around 230-240, but if you bat well you can get 300," Rohit Sharma said. New Zealand captain Kane Williamson said he was happy with the toss outcome because he wanted to bowl first "to see if we can get a bit out of the pitch early on".

IND vs NZ, 5th ODI: 200 comes up for India; Rayudu falls for 90

Ambati Rayadu's patient 90 and Hardik Pandya's 45-run cameo powered India to a decent 252 total against New Zealand in the fifth and final ODI &nbsp;at the Westpac Stadium, Wellington on Saturday.

Pandya faced just 22 balls to hit 45 runs which included two boundaries and five sixes. He was caught out while trying to hit a six.&nbsp;

Rayudu, meanwhile, slammed a crucial half-century to lift India after early strikes. The batsman was going strong against the New Zealand attack was also dismissed while trying to hit a big shot.&nbsp;

India's current no 4 was sent back to the pavilion 10 runs short to his century which included eight boundaries and four sixes. &nbsp;&nbsp;

Earlier, Rayudu and Vijay Shankar revived Indian innings after the visitors lost four wickets for just 18 runs in the fifth and final ODI against New Zealand on Saturday. The partnership, however, ended after Shankar was run-out for 45.&nbsp;

Opting to bat, India lost both its openers Rohit Sharma and Shikhar Dhawan early. The two departed for 2 and 6 runs respectively.&nbsp;

Relying on former Indian skipper MS Dhoni, who returned to the squad after missing two ODIs due to injury, didn't prove worthy as he was clean bowled. He faced a total of six balls and made just one run.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, India's Test sensation Shubman Gill once again failed to score big for his side and got caught off Matt Henry after making just seven runs.

While Matt Henry accounted for Rohit and Gill, Trent Boult dismissed Dhawan and Dhoni. &nbsp;

Earlier, Martin Guptill was ruled out with a back injury and has been replaced by Colin Munro, who was dropped for the fourth ODI, which New Zealand won, after a string of failures.&nbsp;

India lead the five-match ODI series 3-1. The inclusion of Munro is the only change in the New Zealand side with swing bowler Tim Southee again unwanted.&nbsp;

India have MS Dhoni back behind the stumps after the master finisher missed the previous two matches because of a hamstring twinge, and they have also brought back quick bowler Mohammed Shami.

"The average score here is around 230-240, but if you bat well you can get 300," Rohit Sharma said.&nbsp;

New Zealand captain Kane Williamson said he was happy with the toss outcome because he wanted to bowl first "to see if we can get a bit out of the pitch early on".&nbsp;

Ambati Rayadu's patient 90 and Hardik Pandya's 45-run cameo powered India to a decent 252 total against New Zealand in the fifth and final ODI at the Westpac Stadium, Wellington on Saturday.

Ambati Rayadu's patient 90 and Hardik Pandya's 45-run cameo powered India to a decent 252 total against New Zealand in the fifth and final ODI at the Westpac Stadium, Wellington on Saturday. Pandya faced just 22 balls to hit 45 runs which included two boundaries and five sixes. He was caught out while trying to hit a six. Rayudu, meanwhile, slammed a crucial half-century to lift India after early strikes. The batsman was going strong against the New Zealand attack was also dismissed while trying to hit a big shot. India's current no 4 was sent back to the pavilion 10 runs short to his century which included eight boundaries and four sixes. Earlier, Rayudu and Vijay Shankar revived Indian innings after the visitors lost four wickets for just 18 runs in the fifth and final ODI against New Zealand on Saturday. The partnership, however, ended after Shankar was run-out for 45. Opting to bat, India lost both its openers Rohit Sharma and Shikhar Dhawan early. The two departed for 2 and 6 runs respectively. Relying on former Indian skipper MS Dhoni, who returned to the squad after missing two ODIs due to injury, didn't prove worthy as he was clean bowled. He faced a total of six balls and made just one run. Meanwhile, India's Test sensation Shubman Gill once again failed to score big for his side and got caught off Matt Henry after making just seven runs. While Matt Henry accounted for Rohit and Gill, Trent Boult dismissed Dhawan and Dhoni. Earlier, Martin Guptill was ruled out with a back injury and has been replaced by Colin Munro, who was dropped for the fourth ODI, which New Zealand won, after a string of failures. India lead the five-match ODI series 3-1. The inclusion of Munro is the only change in the New Zealand side with swing bowler Tim Southee again unwanted. India have MS Dhoni back behind the stumps after the master finisher missed the previous two matches because of a hamstring twinge, and they have also brought back quick bowler Mohammed Shami. "The average score here is around 230-240, but if you bat well you can get 300," Rohit Sharma said. New Zealand captain Kane Williamson said he was happy with the toss outcome because he wanted to bowl first "to see if we can get a bit out of the pitch early on".

IND vs NZ, 5th ODI: Rayudu's 90, Pandya blitz lifts India to 252

India defeated New Zealand by 35 runs in the fifth One-Day International in Wellington on Sunday to <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/5th-odi-india-beat-new-zealand-by-35-runs-win-series-4-1-194799">wrap up the series 4-1</a>, after a spirited final clash between the two sides.&nbsp;

Along with the victory, MS Dhoni's crazy effort to dismiss Jimmy Neesham has also been appreciated by the Indian fans.&nbsp;

While chasing the 253-run target set by India, New Zealand batsmen squandered their starts but the home team remained in the contest until Jimmy Neesham (44 off 32) was dismissed in the 37th over.&nbsp;

Also Read: <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/high-sir-replies-team-india-on-being-asked-hows-the-josh-after-winning-odi-series-against-new-zealand-194868">'How's the josh?' Team India is asked after winning </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/high-sir-replies-team-india-on-being-asked-hows-the-josh-after-winning-odi-series-against-new-zealand-194868">New</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/high-sir-replies-team-india-on-being-asked-hows-the-josh-after-winning-odi-series-against-new-zealand-194868"> Zealand series. The answer is 'high!'</a>

His freak run out, which was affected by the ever so sharp Mahendra Singh Dhoni from behind the stumps, came after a LBW appeal was turned down.&nbsp;

Neesham was hit on the pads while trying to sweep Kedar Jadhav's delivery. The ball rolled behind to Dhoni and he under armed it towards the stumps while appealing for the wickets.&nbsp;

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Team India made a disastrous start and were four for 18 before Ambati Rayudu, with help from Vijay Shankar, steered the side to 252 and New Zealand in reply were all out for 217.&nbsp;

Captain Rohit Sharma admitted he took a gamble - and Rayudu made sure it paid off - when he opted to bat first instead of playing to India's run-chasing strength.

India defeated New Zealand by 35 runs in the fifth One-Day International in Wellington on Sunday to wrap up the series 4-1, after a spirited final clash between the two sides.

India defeated New Zealand by 35 runs in the fifth One-Day International in Wellington on Sunday to wrap up the series 4-1, after a spirited final clash between the two sides. Along with the victory, MS Dhoni's crazy effort to dismiss Jimmy Neesham has also been appreciated by the Indian fans. While chasing the 253-run target set by India, New Zealand batsmen squandered their starts but the home team remained in the contest until Jimmy Neesham (44 off 32) was dismissed in the 37th over. Also Read: 'How's the josh?' Team India is asked after winning New Zealand series. The answer is 'high!' His freak run out, which was affected by the ever so sharp Mahendra Singh Dhoni from behind the stumps, came after a LBW appeal was turned down. Neesham was hit on the pads while trying to sweep Kedar Jadhav's delivery. The ball rolled behind to Dhoni and he under armed it towards the stumps while appealing for the wickets. Watch the video here: The Reason why Speed Measure in M/S Dhoni Is Just Perfect....#NZvIND pic.twitter.com/rR1D40SXg4 — Gaurangsinh Rajput (@GaurangsinhR) February 3, 2019 × No one better than him when its come to 'Presense of mind'.... cleverest mind on cricket field. #Thala #Dhoni #NZvIND pic.twitter.com/Qy835cBxq9 — Sagar pawar (@pawarsagar07) February 3, 2019 × Team India made a disastrous start and were four for 18 before Ambati Rayudu, with help from Vijay Shankar, steered the side to 252 and New Zealand in reply were all out for 217. Captain Rohit Sharma admitted he took a gamble - and Rayudu made sure it paid off - when he opted to bat first instead of playing to India's run-chasing strength.

Watch: MS Dhoni affects a freakish run-out to dismiss New Zealand's Jimmy Neesham

India's bowlers rattled New Zealand's batsmen to win the fifth and final ODI by 35 runs at the Westpac Stadium, Wellington. That also meant they won the ODI series 4-1, <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/india-lose-4th-odi-twitterati-come-up-with-hilarious-memes-of-men-in-blue-without-kohli-and-dhoni-194052">having lost the fourth ODI at Hamilton</a> by eight wickets.&nbsp;

Yuzvendra Chahal clinched three wickets, while Mohammed Shami and Hardik Pandya took two apiece.&nbsp;Pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar and right-arm off-break spinner Kedar Jadhav got one wicket each.

It was Jadhav who got Australian skipper Kane Williamson's wicket. Jadhav bowled a low one; Williamson heaved but ended up caught by Shikhar Dhawan near the boundary line.

Shami provided India with the breakthrough in the fourth over to dismiss opener Henry Nicholls as the hosts chased a target of 253 runs. Shami struck again to clean bowl Colin Munro for 24 runs.&nbsp;

Opting to bat, Ambati Rayadu's patient 90 and Hardik Pandya's 45-run cameo powered India to a decent 252 total.&nbsp; Pandya faced just 22 balls to hit 45 runs which included two boundaries and five sixes. He was caught out while trying to hit a six.&nbsp;

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Rayudu, meanwhile, slammed a crucial half-century to lift India after early strikes. The batsman was going strong against the New Zealand attack was also dismissed while trying to hit a big shot.&nbsp;

India's current no 4 was sent back to the pavilion 10 runs short to his century which included eight boundaries and four sixes. &nbsp;&nbsp;

Earlier, Rayudu and Vijay Shankar revived Indian innings after the visitors lost four wickets for just 18 runs in the fifth and final ODI against New Zealand on Saturday. The partnership, however, ended after Shankar was run-out for 45.&nbsp;

Relying on skipper MS Dhoni, who returned to the squad after missing two ODIs due to injury, was clean bowled. He faced a total of six balls and made just one run.&nbsp;

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For New Zealand, James Neesham top-scored for his side but was run-out in the most unexpected but brilliant way by wicketkeeper-batsman MS Dhoni.

Apart from Neesham, skipper Kane Williamson and Tom Latham managed to cross the 30-digit mark. The two scored 39 and 37 runs respectively. In bowling, Matt Henry clinched four wickets while Trent Boult grabbed three to dominate India initially.

After clinching the ODI series,&nbsp;India will lock horns with New Zealand in the T20 series, with the first being played on February 6.&nbsp;

India's bowlers rattled New Zealand's batsmen to win the fifth and final ODI by 35 runs at the Westpac Stadium, Wellington. That also meant they won the ODI series 4-1, having lost the fourth ODI at Hamilton by eight wickets.

India's bowlers rattled New Zealand's batsmen to win the fifth and final ODI by 35 runs at the Westpac Stadium, Wellington. That also meant they won the ODI series 4-1, having lost the fourth ODI at Hamilton by eight wickets. Yuzvendra Chahal clinched three wickets, while Mohammed Shami and Hardik Pandya took two apiece. Pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar and right-arm off-break spinner Kedar Jadhav got one wicket each. It was Jadhav who got Australian skipper Kane Williamson's wicket. Jadhav bowled a low one; Williamson heaved but ended up caught by Shikhar Dhawan near the boundary line. Shami provided India with the breakthrough in the fourth over to dismiss opener Henry Nicholls as the hosts chased a target of 253 runs. Shami struck again to clean bowl Colin Munro for 24 runs. Opting to bat, Ambati Rayadu's patient 90 and Hardik Pandya's 45-run cameo powered India to a decent 252 total. Pandya faced just 22 balls to hit 45 runs which included two boundaries and five sixes. He was caught out while trying to hit a six. Game Over! #TeamIndia clinch the final ODI by 35 runs and wrap the series 4-1 #NZvIND 🇮🇳🇮🇳 pic.twitter.com/2cRTTnS8Ss — BCCI (@BCCI) February 3, 2019 × Rayudu, meanwhile, slammed a crucial half-century to lift India after early strikes. The batsman was going strong against the New Zealand attack was also dismissed while trying to hit a big shot. India's current no 4 was sent back to the pavilion 10 runs short to his century which included eight boundaries and four sixes. Earlier, Rayudu and Vijay Shankar revived Indian innings after the visitors lost four wickets for just 18 runs in the fifth and final ODI against New Zealand on Saturday. The partnership, however, ended after Shankar was run-out for 45. Relying on skipper MS Dhoni, who returned to the squad after missing two ODIs due to injury, was clean bowled. He faced a total of six balls and made just one run. Victory for India! They triumph by 35 runs in the 5th ODI to seal a 4-1 series win. #NZvIND SCORECARD 👇https://t.co/pMY7C9gsJt pic.twitter.com/X9ruPfrxIa — ICC (@ICC) February 3, 2019 × For New Zealand, James Neesham top-scored for his side but was run-out in the most unexpected but brilliant way by wicketkeeper-batsman MS Dhoni. Apart from Neesham, skipper Kane Williamson and Tom Latham managed to cross the 30-digit mark. The two scored 39 and 37 runs respectively. In bowling, Matt Henry clinched four wickets while Trent Boult grabbed three to dominate India initially. After clinching the ODI series, India will lock horns with New Zealand in the T20 series, with the first being played on February 6.

5th ODI: India beat New Zealand by 35 runs, win series 4-1

Indian bowlers rattled New Zealand batsmen to dominate the fifth and final ODI on Sunday.

Pacer Mohammed Shami provided India with the breakthrough in the fourth over to dismiss opener Henry Nicholls as the hosts chase a target of 253 runs. After few overs, Shami struck again to clean bowled Colin Munro for 24 runs.&nbsp;

Apart from Shami, Hardik Pandya, who performed well with the bat for India, bowled a beautiful delivery to send Ross Taylor back to the pavilion early.&nbsp;

The hosts' score stood at 104 runs for the loss of three wickets after 25 overs.&nbsp;

Earlier, Ambati Rayadu's patient 90 and Hardik Pandya's 45-run cameo powered India to a decent 252 total against New Zealand in the fifth and final ODI &nbsp;at the Westpac Stadium, Wellington on Saturday.

Pandya faced just 22 balls to hit 45 runs which included two boundaries and five sixes. He was caught out while trying to hit a six.&nbsp;

Rayudu, meanwhile, slammed a crucial half-century to lift India after early strikes. The batsman was going strong against the New Zealand attack was also dismissed while trying to hit a big shot.&nbsp;

India's current no 4 was sent back to the pavilion 10 runs short to his century which included eight boundaries and four sixes. &nbsp;&nbsp;

Earlier, Rayudu and Vijay Shankar revived Indian innings after the visitors lost four wickets for just 18 runs in the fifth and final ODI against New Zealand on Saturday. The partnership, however, ended after Shankar was run-out for 45.&nbsp;

Opting to bat, India lost both its openers Rohit Sharma and Shikhar Dhawan early. The two departed for 2 and 6 runs respectively.&nbsp;

Relying on skipper MS Dhoni, who returned to the squad after missing two ODIs due to injury, was clean bowled. He faced a total of six balls and made just one run.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, India's Test sensation Shubman Gill once again failed to score big for his side and got caught off Matt Henry after making just seven runs.

While Matt Henry accounted for Rohit and Gill, Trent Boult dismissed Dhawan and Dhoni. &nbsp;

Earlier, Martin Guptill was ruled out with a back injury and has been replaced by Colin Munro, who was dropped for the fourth ODI, which New Zealand won, after a string of failures.&nbsp;

India lead the five-match ODI series 3-1. The inclusion of Munro is the only change in the New Zealand side with swing bowler Tim Southee again unwanted.&nbsp;

India have MS Dhoni back behind the stumps after the master finisher missed the previous two matches because of a hamstring twinge, and they have also brought back quick bowler Mohammed Shami.

"The average score here is around 230-240, but if you bat well you can get 300," Rohit Sharma said.&nbsp;

New Zealand captain Kane Williamson said he was happy with the toss outcome because he wanted to bowl first "to see if we can get a bit out of the pitch early on".&nbsp;

Indian bowlers rattled New Zealand batsmen to dominate the fifth and final ODI on Sunday. Pacer Mohammed Shami provided India with the breakthrough in the fourth over to dismiss opener Henry Nicholls as the hosts chase a target of 253 runs.

Indian bowlers rattled New Zealand batsmen to dominate the fifth and final ODI on Sunday. Pacer Mohammed Shami provided India with the breakthrough in the fourth over to dismiss opener Henry Nicholls as the hosts chase a target of 253 runs. After few overs, Shami struck again to clean bowled Colin Munro for 24 runs. Apart from Shami, Hardik Pandya, who performed well with the bat for India, bowled a beautiful delivery to send Ross Taylor back to the pavilion early. The hosts' score stood at 104 runs for the loss of three wickets after 25 overs. Earlier, Ambati Rayadu's patient 90 and Hardik Pandya's 45-run cameo powered India to a decent 252 total against New Zealand in the fifth and final ODI at the Westpac Stadium, Wellington on Saturday. Pandya faced just 22 balls to hit 45 runs which included two boundaries and five sixes. He was caught out while trying to hit a six. Rayudu, meanwhile, slammed a crucial half-century to lift India after early strikes. The batsman was going strong against the New Zealand attack was also dismissed while trying to hit a big shot. India's current no 4 was sent back to the pavilion 10 runs short to his century which included eight boundaries and four sixes. Earlier, Rayudu and Vijay Shankar revived Indian innings after the visitors lost four wickets for just 18 runs in the fifth and final ODI against New Zealand on Saturday. The partnership, however, ended after Shankar was run-out for 45. Opting to bat, India lost both its openers Rohit Sharma and Shikhar Dhawan early. The two departed for 2 and 6 runs respectively. Relying on skipper MS Dhoni, who returned to the squad after missing two ODIs due to injury, was clean bowled. He faced a total of six balls and made just one run. Meanwhile, India's Test sensation Shubman Gill once again failed to score big for his side and got caught off Matt Henry after making just seven runs. While Matt Henry accounted for Rohit and Gill, Trent Boult dismissed Dhawan and Dhoni. Earlier, Martin Guptill was ruled out with a back injury and has been replaced by Colin Munro, who was dropped for the fourth ODI, which New Zealand won, after a string of failures. India lead the five-match ODI series 3-1. The inclusion of Munro is the only change in the New Zealand side with swing bowler Tim Southee again unwanted. India have MS Dhoni back behind the stumps after the master finisher missed the previous two matches because of a hamstring twinge, and they have also brought back quick bowler Mohammed Shami. "The average score here is around 230-240, but if you bat well you can get 300," Rohit Sharma said. New Zealand captain Kane Williamson said he was happy with the toss outcome because he wanted to bowl first "to see if we can get a bit out of the pitch early on".

5th ODI: Shami, Pandya dominate New Zealand batsmen; are 104/3 after 25 overs

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After dominating the New Zealand team in the first three ODIs, <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-nz-4th-odi-new-zealand-beat-india-by-8-wickets-chase-down-target-in-144-overs-194007">India was stunned by the blackcaps in the fourth ODI</a> at Seddon Park, Hamilton on Thursday.&nbsp;

Kane Williamson's decision to bowl first proved costly for India as Kiwi pacer Trent Boult produced one of the best spells of his bowling career, picking up Rohit Sharma (C), Shikhar Dhawan, Shubman Gill, Kedar Jadhav, and Hardik Pandya and finishing with stunning figures 10-4-21-5.&nbsp;

Seeing their team's humiliating collapse, <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-nz-virat-kohli-rests-as-india-bundle-out-for-92-lose-4th-odi-to-new-zealand-194022">Indian fans couldn't help but miss Virat Kohli and MS Dhoni</a> in the playing XI. They also came out with hilarious memes mentioning Indian team is hollow without Dhoni and Kohli in the squad.

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Kohli has been rested for the fourth and fifth ODI and the three T20Is that follow, while Dhoni's sore hamstring kept him away from playing the contest in Hamilton.

Boult's five-fer and Colin de Grandhomme's tight spell (10-2-26-3) reduced seven Indian batsmen to a single-digit score. &nbsp;The top scorer for the visitors came in India's number 10 Yuzvendra Chahal who scored crucial 18 (37).

India were all out for a measly 92 runs in 30.5 overs, registering their lowest ODI total in New Zealand.&nbsp;

After dominating the New Zealand team in the first three ODIs, India was stunned by the blackcaps in the fourth ODI at Seddon Park, Hamilton on Thursday. Kane Williamson's decision to bowl first proved costly for India as Kiwi pacer Trent Boult produced one of the best spells of his bowling career, picking up Rohit Sharma (C), Shikhar Dhawan, Shubman Gill, Kedar Jadhav, and Hardik Pandya and finishing with stunning figures 10-4-21-5.

After dominating the New Zealand team in the first three ODIs, India was stunned by the blackcaps in the fourth ODI at Seddon Park, Hamilton on Thursday. Kane Williamson's decision to bowl first proved costly for India as Kiwi pacer Trent Boult produced one of the best spells of his bowling career, picking up Rohit Sharma (C), Shikhar Dhawan, Shubman Gill, Kedar Jadhav, and Hardik Pandya and finishing with stunning figures 10-4-21-5. Seeing their team's humiliating collapse, Indian fans couldn't help but miss Virat Kohli and MS Dhoni in the playing XI. They also came out with hilarious memes mentioning Indian team is hollow without Dhoni and Kohli in the squad. #NZvIND #4thODI #Indvnz Meanwhile When Virat opened his T.V pic.twitter.com/qgu5YPPFqz — HIMANSHU (@UnIndian_) January 31, 2019 × Pic 1 : Indian batting with Kohli and Dhoni Pic 2 : Indian batting without them pic.twitter.com/LuNU2KN1Lh — Pakchikpak Raja Babu (@HaramiParindey) January 31, 2019 × This is why you need MS Dhoni in the squad. Finishing matches are great but saving team from collapses is not everyone's cup of Tea.#4thODI #INDvsNZ — Prahalad Yadav (@Prahalad47) January 31, 2019 × #4thODI #NZvIND After Today's performance, BCCI to Virat pic.twitter.com/6T2LNG7K6I — $iđđhēsh🇮🇳 (@IamSiddhesh89) January 31, 2019 × Have You Ever Make/Defend Lowest score Without Virat Kohli And Dhoni Indians Be Like:#INDvsNZ #NZvIND pic.twitter.com/geiPyhqP5D — Manya Kaka (@KakaManya) January 31, 2019 × Indian Player Without Kohli And Dhoni* #nzvind pic.twitter.com/jAKO8Xmp16 — Maha Purush! (@MahaPurushhh) January 31, 2019 × Kohli has been rested for the fourth and fifth ODI and the three T20Is that follow, while Dhoni's sore hamstring kept him away from playing the contest in Hamilton. Boult's five-fer and Colin de Grandhomme's tight spell (10-2-26-3) reduced seven Indian batsmen to a single-digit score. The top scorer for the visitors came in India's number 10 Yuzvendra Chahal who scored crucial 18 (37). India were all out for a measly 92 runs in 30.5 overs, registering their lowest ODI total in New Zealand.

India lose 4th ODI; Twitterati come up with hilarious memes of 'Men in Blue' without Kohli and Dhoni

Indian skipper Virat Kohli was granted rest for the remaining two ODIs and three T20I after India won the third ODI also and clinched the five-match series. &nbsp;&nbsp;

Now, in 4th ODI, I<a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-nz-4th-odi-new-zealand-beat-india-by-8-wickets-chase-down-target-in-144-overs-194007">ndia was bundled out for mere 92 runs </a>and lost the game as the top batting order failed to score any runs and kept on losing wickets at regular intervals.

There was a point when&nbsp;India were 40 for the loss of seven wickets just because the top-batsmen failed to play along with the swing. They would have registered a new low ODI figure, beating the 54 runs, <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-nz-4th-odi-indias-lowest-odi-total-came-against-sri-lanka-193981">Indian cricket team scored at Sharjah in 2000.&nbsp;</a>

Somehow, the 'Men In Blue' managed to save face.&nbsp; 
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After the 3rd ODI, Kohli also said he was thrilled with the way his team played in the first three ODIs. &nbsp;

However, a reaction from Kohli is awaited on India's such a poor show in the fourth game. The management decided to give Kohli rest, knowing former Indian skipper MS Dhoni is still not fit to play. &nbsp;

New Zealand chased down India's 93 runs target in just 13.4 overs to defeat India by eight wickets in the fourth ODI at Seddon Park, Hamilton on Thursday.&nbsp;

Henry Nicholls and Ross Taylor remained unbeaten and made 30 and 37 respectively to register their first win in the five-match series. The host lost the first three ODIs.

For India, pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar struck twice to dismiss two New Zealand players. He first dismissed Martin Guptill for 14 and later picked up the wicket of Kiwi skipper Kane Williamson for 11.

Yuzvendra Chahal top-scored and remained unbeaten at 18. Hardik is the second top-scorer with 16.&nbsp;

The two teams will next face each other for the fifth and final ODI on Sunday.&nbsp;

Indian skipper Virat Kohli was granted rest for the remaining two ODIs and three T20I after India won the third ODI also and clinched the five-match series. Now, in 4th ODI, India was bundled out for mere 92 runs and lost the game as the top batting order failed to score any runs and kept on losing wickets at regular intervals.

Indian skipper Virat Kohli was granted rest for the remaining two ODIs and three T20I after India won the third ODI also and clinched the five-match series. Now, in 4th ODI, India was bundled out for mere 92 runs and lost the game as the top batting order failed to score any runs and kept on losing wickets at regular intervals. There was a point when India were 40 for the loss of seven wickets just because the top-batsmen failed to play along with the swing. They would have registered a new low ODI figure, beating the 54 runs, Indian cricket team scored at Sharjah in 2000. Somehow, the 'Men In Blue' managed to save face. After the 3rd ODI, Kohli also said he was thrilled with the way his team played in the first three ODIs. However, a reaction from Kohli is awaited on India's such a poor show in the fourth game. The management decided to give Kohli rest, knowing former Indian skipper MS Dhoni is still not fit to play. New Zealand chased down India's 93 runs target in just 13.4 overs to defeat India by eight wickets in the fourth ODI at Seddon Park, Hamilton on Thursday. Henry Nicholls and Ross Taylor remained unbeaten and made 30 and 37 respectively to register their first win in the five-match series. The host lost the first three ODIs. For India, pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar struck twice to dismiss two New Zealand players. He first dismissed Martin Guptill for 14 and later picked up the wicket of Kiwi skipper Kane Williamson for 11. Yuzvendra Chahal top-scored and remained unbeaten at 18. Hardik is the second top-scorer with 16. The two teams will next face each other for the fifth and final ODI on Sunday.

IND vs NZ: Virat Kohli 'rests' as India bundle out for 92, lose 4th ODI to New Zealand

New Zealand chased down <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-nz-4th-odi-india-all-out-for-92-runs-chahal-top-scores-with-18-193989">India's 93 runs target</a> in just 14.4 overs to defeat India by eight wickets in the fourth ODI at Seddon Park, Hamilton on Thursday.&nbsp;

Henry Nicholls and Ross Taylor remained unbeaten and made 30 and 37 respectively to register their first win in the five-match series. The host lost the first three ODIs.

For India, pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar struck twice to dismiss two New Zealand players. He first dismissed Martin Guptill for 14 and later picked up the wicket of Kiwi skipper Kane Williamson for 11.

India were all out for 92. The Lower batting order played a better game than the top players as they saved India's pride by taking them past their <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-nz-4th-odi-indias-lowest-odi-total-came-against-sri-lanka-193981">lowest ever total of 54 runs at Sharjah in 2000.&nbsp;</a>

Yuzvendra Chahal remained unbeaten for 18 and is the highest individual runs scored today followed by Hardik Pandya's 16.&nbsp;

However, he was dismissed by Trent Boult. Boult has clinched five wickets in his 10 overs and gave away just 21 runs. He also bowled four maiden overs.&nbsp;

Earlier, New Zealand dismissed India's top six players in quick succession to dominate the fourth ODI.

At a point, with just 12 overs into the game, India has already lost six wickets and have made just 35 runs.&nbsp;

Put into bat, 'Men In Blue' lost opener Shikhar Dhawan for just 13 runs. Minutes later, stand-in skipper Rohit Sharma also lost his wicket for seven runs.&nbsp;

Both the openers were dismissed by Trent Boult, taking India's score to 23 for the loss of two wickets after eight overs.

But the damage did not stop there as Colin de Grandhomme struck twice to put his side in a commanding position. He first dismissed Rayudu and took Karthik's wickets in two successive deliveries.&nbsp;

Boult struck again to dismiss Shubman Gill, then young sensation who proved his cricketing prowess against Australia in Tests. It is his ODI debut game.&nbsp;

New Zealand skipper Kane Williamson won the toss and invited India to bat first in the fourth ODI on Thursday.

After six overs, India's score stands at 21 for loss of one wicket.&nbsp;

Rohit Sharma is leading the team in absence of Virat Kohli, who has been rested for the last two ODIs.

Young Shubman Gill will make his debut for India, while left-arm pacer Khaleel Ahmed has replaced Mohammed Shami.&nbsp;

MS Dhoni is still not fit and will miss this ODI also. &nbsp;India are 3-0 up in the five-match series.

Teams: 
India: Rohit Sharma (capt), Shikhar Dhawan, Shubman Gill, Ambati Rayudu, Kedar Jadhav, Dinesh Karthik, Hardik Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Kuldeep Yadav, Yuzvendra Chahal, Khaleel Ahmed.

New Zealand: Kane Williamson (capt), Martin Guptill, Henry Nicholls, Ross Taylor, Tom Latham, James Neesham, Mitchell Santner, Colin de Grandhomme, Todd Astle, Matt Henry, Trent Boult.&nbsp;

New Zealand chased down India's 93 runs target in just 14.4 overs to defeat India by eight wickets in the fourth ODI at Seddon Park, Hamilton on Thursday. Henry Nicholls and Ross Taylor remained unbeaten and made 30 and 37 respectively to register their first win in the five-match series.

New Zealand chased down India's 93 runs target in just 14.4 overs to defeat India by eight wickets in the fourth ODI at Seddon Park, Hamilton on Thursday. Henry Nicholls and Ross Taylor remained unbeaten and made 30 and 37 respectively to register their first win in the five-match series. The host lost the first three ODIs. For India, pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar struck twice to dismiss two New Zealand players. He first dismissed Martin Guptill for 14 and later picked up the wicket of Kiwi skipper Kane Williamson for 11. India were all out for 92. The Lower batting order played a better game than the top players as they saved India's pride by taking them past their lowest ever total of 54 runs at Sharjah in 2000. Yuzvendra Chahal remained unbeaten for 18 and is the highest individual runs scored today followed by Hardik Pandya's 16. However, he was dismissed by Trent Boult. Boult has clinched five wickets in his 10 overs and gave away just 21 runs. He also bowled four maiden overs. Earlier, New Zealand dismissed India's top six players in quick succession to dominate the fourth ODI. At a point, with just 12 overs into the game, India has already lost six wickets and have made just 35 runs. Put into bat, 'Men In Blue' lost opener Shikhar Dhawan for just 13 runs. Minutes later, stand-in skipper Rohit Sharma also lost his wicket for seven runs. Both the openers were dismissed by Trent Boult, taking India's score to 23 for the loss of two wickets after eight overs. But the damage did not stop there as Colin de Grandhomme struck twice to put his side in a commanding position. He first dismissed Rayudu and took Karthik's wickets in two successive deliveries. Boult struck again to dismiss Shubman Gill, then young sensation who proved his cricketing prowess against Australia in Tests. It is his ODI debut game. New Zealand skipper Kane Williamson won the toss and invited India to bat first in the fourth ODI on Thursday. After six overs, India's score stands at 21 for loss of one wicket. Rohit Sharma is leading the team in absence of Virat Kohli, who has been rested for the last two ODIs. Young Shubman Gill will make his debut for India, while left-arm pacer Khaleel Ahmed has replaced Mohammed Shami. MS Dhoni is still not fit and will miss this ODI also. India are 3-0 up in the five-match series. Teams: India: Rohit Sharma (capt), Shikhar Dhawan, Shubman Gill, Ambati Rayudu, Kedar Jadhav, Dinesh Karthik, Hardik Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Kuldeep Yadav, Yuzvendra Chahal, Khaleel Ahmed. New Zealand: Kane Williamson (capt), Martin Guptill, Henry Nicholls, Ross Taylor, Tom Latham, James Neesham, Mitchell Santner, Colin de Grandhomme, Todd Astle, Matt Henry, Trent Boult.

IND vs NZ, 4th ODI: New Zealand beat India by 8 wickets, chase down target in 14.4 overs

Indian pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar struck twice to dismiss two New Zealand players as the host chase 92 runs on Thursday.&nbsp;

Bhuvneshwar first dismissed Martin Guptill for 14 and later picked up the wicket of Kiwi skipper Kane Williamson for 11.

India were all out for 92 in the fourth ODI at Seddon Park, Hamilton. The Lower batting order played a better game than the top players as they saved India's pride by taking them past their lowest ever total of 54 runs at Sharjah in 2000.&nbsp;

Yuzvendra Chahal remained unbeaten for 18 and is the highest individual runs scored today followed by Hardik Pandya's 16.&nbsp;

However, he was dismissed by Trent Boult. Boult has clinched five wickets in his 10 overs and gave away just 21 runs. He also bowled four maiden overs.&nbsp;

Earlier, New Zealand dismissed India's top six players in quick succession to dominate the fourth ODI.

At a point, with just 12 overs into the game, India has already lost six wickets and have made just 35 runs.&nbsp;

Put into bat, 'Men In Blue' lost opener Shikhar Dhawan for just 13 runs. Minutes later, stand-in skipper Rohit Sharma also lost his wicket for seven runs.&nbsp;

Both the openers were dismissed by Trent Boult, taking India's score to 23 for the loss of two wickets after eight overs.

But the damage did not stop there as Colin de Grandhomme struck twice to put his side in a commanding position. He first dismissed Rayudu and took Karthik's wickets in two successive deliveries.&nbsp;

Boult struck again to dismiss Shubman Gill, then young sensation who proved his cricketing prowess against Australia in Tests. It is his ODI debut game.&nbsp;

New Zealand skipper Kane Williamson won the toss and invited India to bat first in the fourth ODI on Thursday.

After six overs, India's score stands at 21 for loss of one wicket.&nbsp;

Rohit Sharma is leading the team in absence of Virat Kohli, who has been rested for the last two ODIs.

Young Shubman Gill will make his debut for India, while left-arm pacer Khaleel Ahmed has replaced Mohammed Shami.&nbsp;

MS Dhoni is still not fit and will miss this ODI also. &nbsp;India are 3-0 up in the five-match series.

Teams: 
India: Rohit Sharma (capt), Shikhar Dhawan, Shubman Gill, Ambati Rayudu, Kedar Jadhav, Dinesh Karthik, Hardik Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Kuldeep Yadav, Yuzvendra Chahal, Khaleel Ahmed.

New Zealand: Kane Williamson (capt), Martin Guptill, Henry Nicholls, Ross Taylor, Tom Latham, James Neesham, Mitchell Santner, Colin de Grandhomme, Todd Astle, Matt Henry, Trent Boult.&nbsp;

Indian pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar struck twice to dismiss two New Zealand players as the host chase 92 runs on Thursday. Bhuvneshwar first dismissed Martin Guptill for 14 and later picked up the wicket of Kiwi skipper Kane Williamson for 11.

Indian pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar struck twice to dismiss two New Zealand players as the host chase 92 runs on Thursday. Bhuvneshwar first dismissed Martin Guptill for 14 and later picked up the wicket of Kiwi skipper Kane Williamson for 11. India were all out for 92 in the fourth ODI at Seddon Park, Hamilton. The Lower batting order played a better game than the top players as they saved India's pride by taking them past their lowest ever total of 54 runs at Sharjah in 2000. Yuzvendra Chahal remained unbeaten for 18 and is the highest individual runs scored today followed by Hardik Pandya's 16. However, he was dismissed by Trent Boult. Boult has clinched five wickets in his 10 overs and gave away just 21 runs. He also bowled four maiden overs. Earlier, New Zealand dismissed India's top six players in quick succession to dominate the fourth ODI. At a point, with just 12 overs into the game, India has already lost six wickets and have made just 35 runs. Put into bat, 'Men In Blue' lost opener Shikhar Dhawan for just 13 runs. Minutes later, stand-in skipper Rohit Sharma also lost his wicket for seven runs. Both the openers were dismissed by Trent Boult, taking India's score to 23 for the loss of two wickets after eight overs. But the damage did not stop there as Colin de Grandhomme struck twice to put his side in a commanding position. He first dismissed Rayudu and took Karthik's wickets in two successive deliveries. Boult struck again to dismiss Shubman Gill, then young sensation who proved his cricketing prowess against Australia in Tests. It is his ODI debut game. New Zealand skipper Kane Williamson won the toss and invited India to bat first in the fourth ODI on Thursday. After six overs, India's score stands at 21 for loss of one wicket. Rohit Sharma is leading the team in absence of Virat Kohli, who has been rested for the last two ODIs. Young Shubman Gill will make his debut for India, while left-arm pacer Khaleel Ahmed has replaced Mohammed Shami. MS Dhoni is still not fit and will miss this ODI also. India are 3-0 up in the five-match series. Teams: India: Rohit Sharma (capt), Shikhar Dhawan, Shubman Gill, Ambati Rayudu, Kedar Jadhav, Dinesh Karthik, Hardik Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Kuldeep Yadav, Yuzvendra Chahal, Khaleel Ahmed. New Zealand: Kane Williamson (capt), Martin Guptill, Henry Nicholls, Ross Taylor, Tom Latham, James Neesham, Mitchell Santner, Colin de Grandhomme, Todd Astle, Matt Henry, Trent Boult.

IND vs NZ, 4th ODI: Bhuvneshwar dismisses two in New Zealand's 92-run chase

India were all out for mere 92 runs by New Zealand bowlers in the fourth ODI at Seddon Park, Hamilton on Thursday.

The Lower batting order played a better game than the top players as they saved India's pride by taking them past their lowest ever total of 54 runs at Sharjah in 2000.&nbsp;

Yuzvendra Chahal remained unbeaten for 18 and is the highest individual runs scored today followed by Hardik Pandya's 16.&nbsp;

However, he was dismissed by Trent Boult. Boult has clinched five wickets in his 10 overs and gave away just 21 runs. He also bowled four maiden overs.&nbsp;

Earlier, New Zealand dismissed India's top six players in quick succession to dominate the fourth ODI.

At a point, with just 12 overs into the game, India has already lost six wickets and have made just 35 runs.&nbsp;

Put into bat, 'Men In Blue' lost opener Shikhar Dhawan for just 13 runs. Minutes later, stand-in skipper Rohit Sharma also lost his wicket for seven runs.&nbsp;

Both the openers were dismissed by Trent Boult, taking India's score to 23 for the loss of two wickets after eight overs.

But the damage did not stop there as Colin de Grandhomme struck twice to put his side in a commanding position. He first dismissed Rayudu and took Karthik's wickets in two successive deliveries.&nbsp;

Boult struck again to dismiss Shubman Gill, then young sensation who proved his cricketing prowess against Australia in Tests. It is his ODI debut game.&nbsp;

New Zealand skipper Kane Williamson won the toss and invited India to bat first in the fourth ODI on Thursday.

After six overs, India's score stands at 21 for loss of one wicket.&nbsp;

Rohit Sharma is leading the team in absence of Virat Kohli, who has been rested for the last two ODIs.

Young Shubman Gill will make his debut for India, while left-arm pacer Khaleel Ahmed has replaced Mohammed Shami.&nbsp;

MS Dhoni is still not fit and will miss this ODI also. &nbsp;India are 3-0 up in the five-match series.

Teams: 
India: Rohit Sharma (capt), Shikhar Dhawan, Shubman Gill, Ambati Rayudu, Kedar Jadhav, Dinesh Karthik, Hardik Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Kuldeep Yadav, Yuzvendra Chahal, Khaleel Ahmed.

New Zealand: Kane Williamson (capt), Martin Guptill, Henry Nicholls, Ross Taylor, Tom Latham, James Neesham, Mitchell Santner, Colin de Grandhomme, Todd Astle, Matt Henry, Trent Boult.&nbsp;

India were all out for mere 92 runs by New Zealand bowlers in the fourth ODI at Seddon Park, Hamilton on Thursday. The Lower batting order played a better game than the top players as they saved India's pride by taking them past their lowest ever total of 54 runs at Sharjah in 2000.

India were all out for mere 92 runs by New Zealand bowlers in the fourth ODI at Seddon Park, Hamilton on Thursday. The Lower batting order played a better game than the top players as they saved India's pride by taking them past their lowest ever total of 54 runs at Sharjah in 2000. Yuzvendra Chahal remained unbeaten for 18 and is the highest individual runs scored today followed by Hardik Pandya's 16. However, he was dismissed by Trent Boult. Boult has clinched five wickets in his 10 overs and gave away just 21 runs. He also bowled four maiden overs. Earlier, New Zealand dismissed India's top six players in quick succession to dominate the fourth ODI. At a point, with just 12 overs into the game, India has already lost six wickets and have made just 35 runs. Put into bat, 'Men In Blue' lost opener Shikhar Dhawan for just 13 runs. Minutes later, stand-in skipper Rohit Sharma also lost his wicket for seven runs. Both the openers were dismissed by Trent Boult, taking India's score to 23 for the loss of two wickets after eight overs. But the damage did not stop there as Colin de Grandhomme struck twice to put his side in a commanding position. He first dismissed Rayudu and took Karthik's wickets in two successive deliveries. Boult struck again to dismiss Shubman Gill, then young sensation who proved his cricketing prowess against Australia in Tests. It is his ODI debut game. New Zealand skipper Kane Williamson won the toss and invited India to bat first in the fourth ODI on Thursday. After six overs, India's score stands at 21 for loss of one wicket. Rohit Sharma is leading the team in absence of Virat Kohli, who has been rested for the last two ODIs. Young Shubman Gill will make his debut for India, while left-arm pacer Khaleel Ahmed has replaced Mohammed Shami. MS Dhoni is still not fit and will miss this ODI also. India are 3-0 up in the five-match series. Teams: India: Rohit Sharma (capt), Shikhar Dhawan, Shubman Gill, Ambati Rayudu, Kedar Jadhav, Dinesh Karthik, Hardik Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Kuldeep Yadav, Yuzvendra Chahal, Khaleel Ahmed. New Zealand: Kane Williamson (capt), Martin Guptill, Henry Nicholls, Ross Taylor, Tom Latham, James Neesham, Mitchell Santner, Colin de Grandhomme, Todd Astle, Matt Henry, Trent Boult.

IND vs NZ, 4th ODI: India all-out for 92 runs, Chahal top-scores with 18

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/4th-odi-hardik-pandyas-16-helps-india-scrape-past-54-their-lowest-odi-total-193978">Indian cricket team saved face in the fourth ODI against New Zealand</a> after it managed to go past their lowest ever total of 54 runs. &nbsp;

The 'Men in Blue' recorded their lowest ODI total ever against Sri Lanka on 29th October 2000 at Sharjah.

In this match, Sanath Jayasuriya's 189 helped Lanka post 299/5 on the board. In return, India were dismissed for just 54 runs where Sourav Ganguly, who was the skipper, managed just 3 runs while now batting legend Sachin Tendulkar contributed just 5.&nbsp;

While playing their fourth ODI, India were 40 for the loss of seven wickets at a point and it seemed that the team might fail to scrape past their lowest ever total and register a new embarrassing figure. &nbsp;&nbsp;

However, it was Hardik Pandya's 16 that helped India go past the 54 total. he slammed three boundaries in Trent Boult's over to give India and cricketing fans a sigh of relief.

Pandya, who was going strong, was dismissed by Boult, who clinched five wickets in his 10 overs.&nbsp;

Indian cricket team saved face in the fourth ODI against New Zealand after it managed to go past their lowest ever total of 54 runs. The 'Men in Blue' recorded their lowest ODI total ever against Sri Lanka on 29th October 2000 at Sharjah.

Indian cricket team saved face in the fourth ODI against New Zealand after it managed to go past their lowest ever total of 54 runs. The 'Men in Blue' recorded their lowest ODI total ever against Sri Lanka on 29th October 2000 at Sharjah. In this match, Sanath Jayasuriya's 189 helped Lanka post 299/5 on the board. In return, India were dismissed for just 54 runs where Sourav Ganguly, who was the skipper, managed just 3 runs while now batting legend Sachin Tendulkar contributed just 5. While playing their fourth ODI, India were 40 for the loss of seven wickets at a point and it seemed that the team might fail to scrape past their lowest ever total and register a new embarrassing figure. However, it was Hardik Pandya's 16 that helped India go past the 54 total. he slammed three boundaries in Trent Boult's over to give India and cricketing fans a sigh of relief. Pandya, who was going strong, was dismissed by Boult, who clinched five wickets in his 10 overs.

IND vs NZ, 4th ODI: India's lowest ODI total came against Sri Lanka

Lower batting order saved India's pride by taking them past their lowest ever total of 54 runs at Sharjah in 2000.&nbsp;

Hardik Pandya's 16 runs helped India score 55 runs after 20 overs. However, he was dismissed by Trent Boult. Boult has clinched five wickets in his 10 overs and gave away just 21 runs. He also bowled four maiden overs.&nbsp;

Earlier, New Zealand dismissed India's top six players in quick succession to dominate the fourth ODI.

At a point, with just 12 overs into the game, India has already lost six wickets and have made just 35 runs.&nbsp;

Put into bat, 'Men In Blue' lost opener Shikhar Dhawan for just 13 runs. Minutes later, stand-in skipper Rohit Sharma also lost his wicket for seven runs.&nbsp;

Both the openers were dismissed by Trent Boult, taking India's score to 23 for the loss of two wickets after eight overs.

But the damage did not stop there as Colin de Grandhomme struck twice to put his side in a commanding position. He first dismissed Rayudu and took Karthik's wickets in two successive deliveries.&nbsp;

Boult struck again to dismiss Shubman Gill, then young sensation who proved his cricketing prowess against Australia in Tests. It is his ODI debut game.&nbsp;

New Zealand skipper Kane Williamson won the toss and invited India to bat first in the fourth ODI on Thursday.

After six overs, India's score stands at 21 for loss of one wicket.&nbsp;

Rohit Sharma is leading the team in absence of Virat Kohli, who has been rested for the last two ODIs.

Young Shubman Gill will make his debut for India, while left-arm pacer Khaleel Ahmed has replaced Mohammed Shami.&nbsp;

MS Dhoni is still not fit and will miss this ODI also. &nbsp;India are 3-0 up in the five-match series.

Teams: 
India: Rohit Sharma (capt), Shikhar Dhawan, Shubman Gill, Ambati Rayudu, Kedar Jadhav, Dinesh Karthik, Hardik Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Kuldeep Yadav, Yuzvendra Chahal, Khaleel Ahmed.

New Zealand: Kane Williamson (capt), Martin Guptill, Henry Nicholls, Ross Taylor, Tom Latham, James Neesham, Mitchell Santner, Colin de Grandhomme, Todd Astle, Matt Henry, Trent Boult.&nbsp;

Lower batting order saved India's pride by taking them past their lowest ever total of 54 runs at Sharjah in 2000. Hardik Pandya's 16 runs helped India score 55 runs after 20 overs.

Lower batting order saved India's pride by taking them past their lowest ever total of 54 runs at Sharjah in 2000. Hardik Pandya's 16 runs helped India score 55 runs after 20 overs. However, he was dismissed by Trent Boult. Boult has clinched five wickets in his 10 overs and gave away just 21 runs. He also bowled four maiden overs. Earlier, New Zealand dismissed India's top six players in quick succession to dominate the fourth ODI. At a point, with just 12 overs into the game, India has already lost six wickets and have made just 35 runs. Put into bat, 'Men In Blue' lost opener Shikhar Dhawan for just 13 runs. Minutes later, stand-in skipper Rohit Sharma also lost his wicket for seven runs. Both the openers were dismissed by Trent Boult, taking India's score to 23 for the loss of two wickets after eight overs. But the damage did not stop there as Colin de Grandhomme struck twice to put his side in a commanding position. He first dismissed Rayudu and took Karthik's wickets in two successive deliveries. Boult struck again to dismiss Shubman Gill, then young sensation who proved his cricketing prowess against Australia in Tests. It is his ODI debut game. New Zealand skipper Kane Williamson won the toss and invited India to bat first in the fourth ODI on Thursday. After six overs, India's score stands at 21 for loss of one wicket. Rohit Sharma is leading the team in absence of Virat Kohli, who has been rested for the last two ODIs. Young Shubman Gill will make his debut for India, while left-arm pacer Khaleel Ahmed has replaced Mohammed Shami. MS Dhoni is still not fit and will miss this ODI also. India are 3-0 up in the five-match series. Teams: India: Rohit Sharma (capt), Shikhar Dhawan, Shubman Gill, Ambati Rayudu, Kedar Jadhav, Dinesh Karthik, Hardik Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Kuldeep Yadav, Yuzvendra Chahal, Khaleel Ahmed. New Zealand: Kane Williamson (capt), Martin Guptill, Henry Nicholls, Ross Taylor, Tom Latham, James Neesham, Mitchell Santner, Colin de Grandhomme, Todd Astle, Matt Henry, Trent Boult.

4th ODI: Hardik Pandya's 16 helps India scrape past 54, their lowest ODI total

New Zealand picked two uncapped players in all-rounder Daryl Mitchell and pacer Blair Tickner for the three-match T20 International series against India starting February 6 here.

Regular skipper Kane Williamson was Wednesday named captain of the 14-strong squad after skipping the one-off T20 against Sri Lanka. The Black Caps are currently competing in a five-match one-day series against with India and have conceded a 0-3 lead.

"Doug Bracewell, brought in as a replacement for the injured Jimmy Neesham ahead of the most recent T20 against Sri Lanka, has retained his place in the squad," New Zealand Cricket said in a statement.

India will be led by Rohit Sharma in the series as Virat Kohli has been rested to manage his workload.

Mitchell and Tickner have been rewarded for their good performances in New Zealand's domestic T20 league -- the Super Smash.

Mitchell scored a 23-ball 61 for Northern Knights against Central Stags recently and was also in good form for New Zealand A in one-day cricket.

Tickner will be part of the Kiwi squad for the final T20I as a replacement for Lockie Ferguson, who is there for the first two matches.

"Both Daryl and Blair have been rewarded for the strong form they've produced in domestic cricket," said Gavin Larsen, the New Zealand selector.

"Daryl has shown his value with the bat and also tends to bowl at some tough times for the Knights, and Blair is well-respected among his team-mates and opponents alike as someone who bowls a heavy ball at good pace," he added.&nbsp;

The three-match series will be double-headers alongside women's matches between the two sides on the same pitch.

New Zealand Squad: Kane Williamson (c), Doug Bracewell, Colin de Grandhomme, Lockie Ferguson (games 1 &amp; 2), Martin Guptill, Scott Kuggeleijn, Daryl Mitchell, Colin Munro, Mitchell Santner, Tim Seifert (wk), Ish Sodhi, Tim Southee, Ross Taylor, Blair Tickner (game 3).&nbsp;

New Zealand picked two uncapped players in all-rounder Daryl Mitchell and pacer Blair Tickner for the three-match T20 International series against India starting February 6 here.

New Zealand picked two uncapped players in all-rounder Daryl Mitchell and pacer Blair Tickner for the three-match T20 International series against India starting February 6 here. Regular skipper Kane Williamson was Wednesday named captain of the 14-strong squad after skipping the one-off T20 against Sri Lanka. The Black Caps are currently competing in a five-match one-day series against with India and have conceded a 0-3 lead. "Doug Bracewell, brought in as a replacement for the injured Jimmy Neesham ahead of the most recent T20 against Sri Lanka, has retained his place in the squad," New Zealand Cricket said in a statement. India will be led by Rohit Sharma in the series as Virat Kohli has been rested to manage his workload. Mitchell and Tickner have been rewarded for their good performances in New Zealand's domestic T20 league -- the Super Smash. Mitchell scored a 23-ball 61 for Northern Knights against Central Stags recently and was also in good form for New Zealand A in one-day cricket. Tickner will be part of the Kiwi squad for the final T20I as a replacement for Lockie Ferguson, who is there for the first two matches. "Both Daryl and Blair have been rewarded for the strong form they've produced in domestic cricket," said Gavin Larsen, the New Zealand selector. "Daryl has shown his value with the bat and also tends to bowl at some tough times for the Knights, and Blair is well-respected among his team-mates and opponents alike as someone who bowls a heavy ball at good pace," he added. The three-match series will be double-headers alongside women's matches between the two sides on the same pitch. New Zealand Squad: Kane Williamson (c), Doug Bracewell, Colin de Grandhomme, Lockie Ferguson (games 1 & 2), Martin Guptill, Scott Kuggeleijn, Daryl Mitchell, Colin Munro, Mitchell Santner, Tim Seifert (wk), Ish Sodhi, Tim Southee, Ross Taylor, Blair Tickner (game 3).

New Zealand induct two rookies in team for T20I series against India

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/india-beat-new-zealand-in-3rd-odi-seal-series-193428">India defeated New Zealand by seven wickets</a> in the third ODI of their ongoing five-match series and took an unassailable 3-0 lead at the Bay Oval in Mount Maunganui on Monday.

The two teams will again lock horns for the fourth ODI on Thursday and India will eye a 4-0 lead in the five-match series. It will be India's biggest series win (across formats) in their 52 years of touring New Zealand having first visited the country back in 1967.

Rohit Sharma, who will be leading the side after skipper Virat Kohli was given rest, will be eager to make his 200th appearance for India.&nbsp;

Chasing an easy target of 244 runs, the Indian top-order batsmen produced a flawless performance in the 3rd ODI to guide their side to victory, with seven overs still left in the match.

Meanwhile, <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/ms-dhoni-spotted-at-nets-after-missing-out-third-odi-vs-new-zealand-193905">Mahendra Singh Dhoni's hamstring injury</a> is not known but according to team sources, there is nothing much to worry about. A decision on Dhoni's availability will be taken before the toss tomorrow.&nbsp;

Indian fans could also get a glimpse of the talented Shubman Gill, who displayed a spectacular show in tests against Australia, in the senior team jersey.&nbsp;

Coach Ravi Shastri and Sharma might just give Gill a go in order to find a better option at No 4, where Ambati Rayudu has done a decent job so far.&nbsp;

The bowling department also looks settled with Kuldeep Yadav (8 wickets in 3 games) and Yuzvendra Chahal (6 wickets in 3 &nbsp;games) accounting for 14 wickets so far in the series.&nbsp;

Mohammed Shami, who has won back-to-back Man of the Match awards, could be given some rest as he has been playing non-stop since the start of the Australia Test series.&nbsp;

In case Shami is rested, <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/caught-bromance-between-ms-dhoni-and-khaleel-ahmed-193933">Khaleel Ahmed</a> or Mohammed Siraj could be given another chance to stake their claim for the reserve pacer's slot available in the World Cup squad.&nbsp;

India defeated New Zealand by seven wickets in the third ODI of their ongoing five-match series and took an unassailable 3-0 lead at the Bay Oval in Mount Maunganui on Monday.

India defeated New Zealand by seven wickets in the third ODI of their ongoing five-match series and took an unassailable 3-0 lead at the Bay Oval in Mount Maunganui on Monday. The two teams will again lock horns for the fourth ODI on Thursday and India will eye a 4-0 lead in the five-match series. It will be India's biggest series win (across formats) in their 52 years of touring New Zealand having first visited the country back in 1967. Rohit Sharma, who will be leading the side after skipper Virat Kohli was given rest, will be eager to make his 200th appearance for India. Chasing an easy target of 244 runs, the Indian top-order batsmen produced a flawless performance in the 3rd ODI to guide their side to victory, with seven overs still left in the match. Meanwhile, Mahendra Singh Dhoni's hamstring injury is not known but according to team sources, there is nothing much to worry about. A decision on Dhoni's availability will be taken before the toss tomorrow. Indian fans could also get a glimpse of the talented Shubman Gill, who displayed a spectacular show in tests against Australia, in the senior team jersey. Coach Ravi Shastri and Sharma might just give Gill a go in order to find a better option at No 4, where Ambati Rayudu has done a decent job so far. The bowling department also looks settled with Kuldeep Yadav (8 wickets in 3 games) and Yuzvendra Chahal (6 wickets in 3 games) accounting for 14 wickets so far in the series. Mohammed Shami, who has won back-to-back Man of the Match awards, could be given some rest as he has been playing non-stop since the start of the Australia Test series. In case Shami is rested, Khaleel Ahmed or Mohammed Siraj could be given another chance to stake their claim for the reserve pacer's slot available in the World Cup squad.

4th ODI: India eye biggest series win on New Zealand soil

India's young cricketer Khaleel Ahmed is a huge admirer of former Indian captain MS Dhoni and never misses out an opportunity to express his admiration for him.&nbsp;

Ahead of the fourth ODI between India and New Zealand, Khaleel took to Twitter to share a picture with the experienced wicket-keeper batsman calling him a 'legend.'&nbsp;

"Nobody like him #MahiBhai #Legend #IndianCricketTeam," Khaleel wrote on Twitter with a picture of him and Dhoni ahead of the Hamilton clash.&nbsp;

The speedster is trying hard to establish himself as a reliable pace option. He displayed a good show in the limited-overs series against West Indies and Australia.&nbsp;

He has so far remained on the sidelines in the ongoing series against New Zealand but is expected to return to the playing XI in the fourth ODI against the Kiwis.&nbsp;

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India's young cricketer Khaleel Ahmed is a huge admirer of former Indian captain MS Dhoni and never misses out an opportunity to express his admiration for him. Ahead of the fourth ODI between India and New Zealand, Khaleel took to Twitter to share a picture with the experienced wicket-keeper batsman calling him a 'legend.

India's young cricketer Khaleel Ahmed is a huge admirer of former Indian captain MS Dhoni and never misses out an opportunity to express his admiration for him. Ahead of the fourth ODI between India and New Zealand, Khaleel took to Twitter to share a picture with the experienced wicket-keeper batsman calling him a 'legend.' "Nobody like him #MahiBhai #Legend #IndianCricketTeam," Khaleel wrote on Twitter with a picture of him and Dhoni ahead of the Hamilton clash. The speedster is trying hard to establish himself as a reliable pace option. He displayed a good show in the limited-overs series against West Indies and Australia. He has so far remained on the sidelines in the ongoing series against New Zealand but is expected to return to the playing XI in the fourth ODI against the Kiwis. Nobody like him #MahiBhai #Legend #IndianCricketTeam #BCCI pic.twitter.com/2BU1egnRIU — Khaleel Ahmed (@imK_Ahmed13) January 30, 2019 × India have only a handful of games remaining ahead of the 2019 World Cup marquee event, which makes the remaining two ODIs against the hosts a lot more relevant as the team management will be looking to test the bench strength

Caught! Bromance between MS Dhoni and Khaleel Ahmed

MS Dhoni, who missed out on the third one-day international (ODI) against New Zealand with a sore hamstring, is back at the nets as India prepare to take on the Kiwis for the fourth ODI in Hamilton.&nbsp;

The wicketkeeper-batsman is a vital part of India's World Cup plans and the team management would like to give as many games as possible to the former captain.

The former Indian skipper was spotted at the nets practising for the game tomorrow. However, there has been no official announcement on his fitness but reports have it that if fine he will be included in the playing XI.&nbsp;

The 4th ODI will be captioned by Rohit Sharma after Virat Kohli was given rest for the remaining two games and three T20I.

After struggling with the bat in 2018, Dhoni found form in Australia as he smashed three half-centuries in the ODI series vs Australia and guided India to a historic win.

Dhoni has carried forward that form to New Zealand having scored 48 not out in the 2nd ODI before missing the third due to injury.&nbsp;

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Having sealed the series 3-0, India are expected to make a couple of changes to the team and give chances to the players on the bench to make a case for themselves.

Khaleel Ahmed, Mohammed Siraj and Vijay Shankar are also hoping to get a chance in the remaining five games.&nbsp;

MS Dhoni, who missed out on the third one-day international (ODI) against New Zealand with a sore hamstring, is back at the nets as India prepare to take on the Kiwis for the fourth ODI in Hamilton.

MS Dhoni, who missed out on the third one-day international (ODI) against New Zealand with a sore hamstring, is back at the nets as India prepare to take on the Kiwis for the fourth ODI in Hamilton. The wicketkeeper-batsman is a vital part of India's World Cup plans and the team management would like to give as many games as possible to the former captain. The former Indian skipper was spotted at the nets practising for the game tomorrow. However, there has been no official announcement on his fitness but reports have it that if fine he will be included in the playing XI. The 4th ODI will be captioned by Rohit Sharma after Virat Kohli was given rest for the remaining two games and three T20I. After struggling with the bat in 2018, Dhoni found form in Australia as he smashed three half-centuries in the ODI series vs Australia and guided India to a historic win. Dhoni has carried forward that form to New Zealand having scored 48 not out in the 2nd ODI before missing the third due to injury. 📸📸 Snapshots from #TeamIndia's training session ahead of the 4th ODI against New Zealand #NZvIND pic.twitter.com/KTmYgLwK5n — BCCI (@BCCI) January 30, 2019 × Having sealed the series 3-0, India are expected to make a couple of changes to the team and give chances to the players on the bench to make a case for themselves. Khaleel Ahmed, Mohammed Siraj and Vijay Shankar are also hoping to get a chance in the remaining five games.

MS Dhoni spotted at nets after missing out third ODI against New Zealand

India captain Virat Kohli on Monday hoped all-rounder Hardik Pandya will come out a "better cricketer" and scale new heights after making a promising return from the suspension that followed his sexist remarks on a TV show.&nbsp;

Pandya, who is still facing an inquiry for his loose talk on women, did not get to bat in the <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/india-beat-new-zealand-in-3rd-odi-seal-series-193428">third ODI against New Zealand</a> here Monday but the 25-year-old bowled and fielded with purpose, taking two crucial wickets and a brilliant catch to send back home skipper Kane Williamson.

Kohli, after having condemned the comments made by Pandya and K L Rahul on the chat show, on Monday <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/good-to-have-hardik-pandya-back-provides-balance-to-team-says-kohli-after-3rd-odi-win-193452">reserved words of encouragement for the all-rounder.</a>&nbsp;

"In life, there are only two ways to deal with a situation like that. Either you hit rock bottom or you can learn from the situation and see it as a motivation to make things right," said Kohli after leading India to a series-sealing seven-wicket win over the Black Caps.

"For a cricketer, there is nothing more dear than game. You put all your energy in the game, if you respect the game, the game will respect you back. There is no rocket science."

The Indian skipper said Pandya showed the required intensity in his comeback game and is already on the road to redemption.&nbsp;

"You don't need do anything extra (in a situation like Pandya's). Whoever comes out of it positive, his career can scale new heights, like we have seen with many cricketers in the past.&nbsp;

"I hope he goes on that right path and emerges as a better cricketer and I think he can do that,"said Kohli.

Pandya was sent back home from Australia earlier this month after BCCI suspended him and Rahul pending an inquiry.&nbsp;

It seemed that he would also miss the entire tour of New Zealand but the Committee of Administrators (CoA) revoked their interim suspension last week and now their fate will be decided by an Ombudsman who is yet to be appointed by the Supreme Court.

Kohli said any team in the world would love to have Pandya.&nbsp;

"It is very very good to have him. He provides balance to the team. The way he bowled today showed that he went back and was practising his skills. You can tell with his intensity, he picked up two crucial wickets as well.&nbsp;

"He is someone who will give you those important contributions in all three departments. The team also looks much more balanced with him around. He is in a good head space and I hope he can continue with that," added Kohli.&nbsp;

India captain Virat Kohli on Monday hoped all-rounder Hardik Pandya will come out a "better cricketer" and scale new heights after making a promising return from the suspension that followed his sexist remarks on a TV show.

India captain Virat Kohli on Monday hoped all-rounder Hardik Pandya will come out a "better cricketer" and scale new heights after making a promising return from the suspension that followed his sexist remarks on a TV show. Pandya, who is still facing an inquiry for his loose talk on women, did not get to bat in the third ODI against New Zealand here Monday but the 25-year-old bowled and fielded with purpose, taking two crucial wickets and a brilliant catch to send back home skipper Kane Williamson. Kohli, after having condemned the comments made by Pandya and K L Rahul on the chat show, on Monday reserved words of encouragement for the all-rounder. "In life, there are only two ways to deal with a situation like that. Either you hit rock bottom or you can learn from the situation and see it as a motivation to make things right," said Kohli after leading India to a series-sealing seven-wicket win over the Black Caps. "For a cricketer, there is nothing more dear than game. You put all your energy in the game, if you respect the game, the game will respect you back. There is no rocket science." The Indian skipper said Pandya showed the required intensity in his comeback game and is already on the road to redemption. "You don't need do anything extra (in a situation like Pandya's). Whoever comes out of it positive, his career can scale new heights, like we have seen with many cricketers in the past. "I hope he goes on that right path and emerges as a better cricketer and I think he can do that,"said Kohli. Pandya was sent back home from Australia earlier this month after BCCI suspended him and Rahul pending an inquiry. It seemed that he would also miss the entire tour of New Zealand but the Committee of Administrators (CoA) revoked their interim suspension last week and now their fate will be decided by an Ombudsman who is yet to be appointed by the Supreme Court. Kohli said any team in the world would love to have Pandya. "It is very very good to have him. He provides balance to the team. The way he bowled today showed that he went back and was practising his skills. You can tell with his intensity, he picked up two crucial wickets as well. "He is someone who will give you those important contributions in all three departments. The team also looks much more balanced with him around. He is in a good head space and I hope he can continue with that," added Kohli.

Controversy can help Hardik Pandya scale new heights in career: Virat Kohli

Indian skipper Virat Kohli on Monday praised all-rounder Hardik Pandya for displaying a spectaucular performance against New Zealand in the third ODI, <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/india-beat-new-zealand-in-3rd-odi-seal-series-193428">which the 'Men in Blue' won by seven wickets.</a>

Pandya, who was sent home from India's tour of Australia and subsequently banned after making remarks that were widely condemned as sexist and inappropriate in a TV show interview, clinched two wickets and took a <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/flying-like-a-bird-hardik-pandya-takes-stunning-catch-to-dismiss-kane-williamson-watch-193393">stunning catch to dismiss host skipper Kane Williamson.</a>

Speaking on his return and the performance, skipper Kohli said, it's 'good to have him back'.

"He put his head down and focused on what he needed to do, you can tell from the way he bowled. He is someone who will make important contribution over all. He is someone who provides a lot of balance to the team."

Pandya seemed unfazed by the tribulations of the past few weeks and ended the third ODI with bowling figures two for 45 in his 10 overs.

He was rushed to New Zealand to rejoin the side after the suspension was lifted with immediate effect last Thursday.&nbsp;

India chase down their 244-run target with seven overs to spare. &nbsp;

With an unassailable 3-0 lead in the five-match series, Kohli signed off his tour Down Under on a high with a first ODI series win in New Zealand in 10 years.&nbsp;

Kohli has been rested for the remaining two matches and the following Twenty20 series.

Indian skipper Virat Kohli on Monday praised all-rounder Hardik Pandya for displaying a spectaucular performance against New Zealand in the third ODI, which the 'Men in Blue' won by seven wickets.

Indian skipper Virat Kohli on Monday praised all-rounder Hardik Pandya for displaying a spectaucular performance against New Zealand in the third ODI, which the 'Men in Blue' won by seven wickets. Pandya, who was sent home from India's tour of Australia and subsequently banned after making remarks that were widely condemned as sexist and inappropriate in a TV show interview, clinched two wickets and took a stunning catch to dismiss host skipper Kane Williamson. Speaking on his return and the performance, skipper Kohli said, it's 'good to have him back'. "He put his head down and focused on what he needed to do, you can tell from the way he bowled. He is someone who will make important contribution over all. He is someone who provides a lot of balance to the team." Pandya seemed unfazed by the tribulations of the past few weeks and ended the third ODI with bowling figures two for 45 in his 10 overs. He was rushed to New Zealand to rejoin the side after the suspension was lifted with immediate effect last Thursday. India chase down their 244-run target with seven overs to spare. With an unassailable 3-0 lead in the five-match series, Kohli signed off his tour Down Under on a high with a first ODI series win in New Zealand in 10 years. Kohli has been rested for the remaining two matches and the following Twenty20 series.

'Good' to have Hardik Pandya back, provides 'balance to team', says Kohli after 3rd ODI win

Indian batsman Cheteshwar Pujara, who was highly praised for his resolute batting in first-ever Test series win Down Under, was at the receiving end after he was labelled as a 'cheat'.&nbsp;

The incident happened during the Ranji final semi-final against Karnataka in Bengaluru when some cricket fans called him a cheater for escaping a few dismissals.

A video of the incident also went viral where a group of spectators can be heard calling shouting cheater while Pujara walks off the ground at the tea break.

Pujara scored an unbeaten 131 to help Saurashtra beat Karnataka by five wickets to set up a summit clash against Vidarbha, to be played from February 3.&nbsp;

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Pujara's century went in vain as he didn't get due credit for the victory. He&nbsp;was given not out by the on-field umpire after he nicked a ball straight to the wicket-keeper Srinivas Sharath.

After getting a lifeline in the first innings, Pujara edged one behind in the second innings too when he was on 34. The umpire adjudged him not out.

Indian batsman Cheteshwar Pujara, who was highly praised for his resolute batting in first-ever Test series win Down Under, was at the receiving end after he was labelled as a 'cheat'.

Indian batsman Cheteshwar Pujara, who was highly praised for his resolute batting in first-ever Test series win Down Under, was at the receiving end after he was labelled as a 'cheat'. The incident happened during the Ranji final semi-final against Karnataka in Bengaluru when some cricket fans called him a cheater for escaping a few dismissals. A video of the incident also went viral where a group of spectators can be heard calling shouting cheater while Pujara walks off the ground at the tea break. Pujara scored an unbeaten 131 to help Saurashtra beat Karnataka by five wickets to set up a summit clash against Vidarbha, to be played from February 3. Not the best way to send the best player off for a tea break! Can't say he deserved it, but @cheteshwar1 escapes many many umpiring errors and stays on! #Pujara #CheaterCheater #NobodyEscapesChinnaswamyLove @RanjiKarnataka pic.twitter.com/YLxQzHmSYn — Aditya Bardwaj S (@ABS_08_10) January 27, 2019 × Pujara's century went in vain as he didn't get due credit for the victory. He was given not out by the on-field umpire after he nicked a ball straight to the wicket-keeper Srinivas Sharath. After getting a lifeline in the first innings, Pujara edged one behind in the second innings too when he was on 34. The umpire adjudged him not out.

Watch: Cheteshwar Pujara's century goes in vain after fans call him a 'cheater'

Indian openers were playing a patient inning while chasing a paltry 157 set by New Zealand at the McLean Park, Napier, before Rohit Sharma lost his wicket. He was dismissed off Doug Bracewell after making just 11 runs.

With Shikhar Dhawan and Virat Kohli at crease, India's score stands at 62/1 after 13 overs.&nbsp;

Earlier, left-arm chinaman Kuldeep Yadav clinched four wickets to restrict New Zealand to a paltry 157 runs.

The host innings ended in just 38 overs with skipper Kane Williamson scoring the highest runs.

Williamson slammed a brilliant half-century to put up a decent fight but failed to find any partner at the other end as wickets kept falling at regular intervals.

Earlier, right-arm leg spinner Yuzvendra Chahal dismissed Ross Taylor and wicketkeeper-batsman Tom Latham in quick succession to put India in a &nbsp;dominating position. Kedar Jadhav too managed to take a wicket, thanks to a brilliant catch by Kuldeep Yadav.&nbsp;

Pacer Mohammed Shami struck twice to dismiss New Zealand's openers early.

Opting to bat, the host lost Martin Guptill and Colin Munro for five and eight runs respectively. Both the players suffered the same fate and were clean bowled by Shami. Meanwhile, skipper Kane Williamson is going strong but requires a partner at the other end to put up a decent target for India. &nbsp;

Speaking after winning the toss, Williamson said, "Looks a good surface here and we want to put a score on the board. We know India are a good chasing side but we want to put runs on the board and I'm sure the surface will play the same throughout. Just the one spinner - Mitch Santner is back and also Doug Bracewell is in. It's about balancing the side, seam-bowling all-rounder is needed and that's what Bracewell comes in. I think it will be a fair pitch regardless of whether you're bowling seam, spin or batting. We were good in the SL series but want to keep improving. Looking for a good series to be played in the right spirit."

India, on the other hand, recently ended the Australia tour by creating several historic records.&nbsp;

Indian openers were playing a patient inning while chasing a paltry 157 set by New Zealand at the McLean Park, Napier, before Rohit Sharma lost his wicket. He was dismissed off Doug Bracewell after making just 11 runs.

Indian openers were playing a patient inning while chasing a paltry 157 set by New Zealand at the McLean Park, Napier, before Rohit Sharma lost his wicket. He was dismissed off Doug Bracewell after making just 11 runs. With Shikhar Dhawan and Virat Kohli at crease, India's score stands at 62/1 after 13 overs. Earlier, left-arm chinaman Kuldeep Yadav clinched four wickets to restrict New Zealand to a paltry 157 runs. The host innings ended in just 38 overs with skipper Kane Williamson scoring the highest runs. Williamson slammed a brilliant half-century to put up a decent fight but failed to find any partner at the other end as wickets kept falling at regular intervals. Earlier, right-arm leg spinner Yuzvendra Chahal dismissed Ross Taylor and wicketkeeper-batsman Tom Latham in quick succession to put India in a dominating position. Kedar Jadhav too managed to take a wicket, thanks to a brilliant catch by Kuldeep Yadav. Pacer Mohammed Shami struck twice to dismiss New Zealand's openers early. Opting to bat, the host lost Martin Guptill and Colin Munro for five and eight runs respectively. Both the players suffered the same fate and were clean bowled by Shami. Meanwhile, skipper Kane Williamson is going strong but requires a partner at the other end to put up a decent target for India. Speaking after winning the toss, Williamson said, "Looks a good surface here and we want to put a score on the board. We know India are a good chasing side but we want to put runs on the board and I'm sure the surface will play the same throughout. Just the one spinner - Mitch Santner is back and also Doug Bracewell is in. It's about balancing the side, seam-bowling all-rounder is needed and that's what Bracewell comes in. I think it will be a fair pitch regardless of whether you're bowling seam, spin or batting. We were good in the SL series but want to keep improving. Looking for a good series to be played in the right spirit." India, on the other hand, recently ended the Australia tour by creating several historic records.

IND vs NZ, 1st ODI: Play resumes, India 62/1 after 13 overs

Indian pacer Mohammed Shami struck twice to dismiss New Zealand's openers early in the first ODI at McLean Park, Napier on Wednesday.

Opting to bat first, the hosts lost Martin Guptill and Colin Munro for five and eight runs respectively. Both players suffered the same fate and were clean bowled by Shami.

After eight overs, the&nbsp;Kiwi&nbsp;score stood at 28 for the loss of two wickets.&nbsp;

Speaking after winning the toss, Kiwi captain Kane Williams said, "Looks a good surface here and we want to put a score on the board. We know India are a good chasing side but we want to put runs on the board and I'm sure the surface will play the same throughout. Just the one spinner - Mitch Santner is back and also Doug Bracewell is in. It's about balancing the side, seam-bowling all-rounder is needed and that's what Bracewell comes in. I think it will be a fair pitch regardless of whether you're bowling seam, spin or batting. We were good in the SL series but want to keep improving. Looking for a good series to be played in the right spirit."

India recently ended their Australia tour <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/india-vs-australia-3rd-odi-india-eye-perfect-finish-to-historic-tour-191022">by creating several </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/india-vs-australia-3rd-odi-india-eye-perfect-finish-to-historic-tour-191022">historic</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/india-vs-australia-3rd-odi-india-eye-perfect-finish-to-historic-tour-191022"> records</a>.&nbsp;

Talking about their strategy for today, skipper Kohli said, "the bowlers have played a major part in us being a top team than the batsmen really. It's a batsmen's game and the crowd come in to see fours and sixes. I feel that our side is very balanced at the moment with good depth in batting and bowling. Pretty relaxed with where we stand as a team."&nbsp;

"It's going to be a competitive series. New Zealand are a good side and they play with the right spirit. They are a side that everyone must look upto in terms of carrying yourself on the field. Mutual respect is always there between us. Our motivation to win games remain the same irrespective of opposition. We're not going to have any incidents," Kohli concluded.

Teams: 
New Zealand (Playing XI): Martin Guptill, Colin Munro, Kane Williamson(c), Ross Taylor, Tom Latham(w), Henry Nicholls, Mitchell Santner, Doug Bracewell, Tim Southee, Lockie Ferguson, Trent Boult

India (Playing XI): Rohit Sharma, Shikhar Dhawan, Virat Kohli(c), MS Dhoni(w), Kedar Jadhav, Ambati Rayudu, Vijay Shankar, Kuldeep Yadav, Yuzvendra Chahal, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Mohammed Shami 
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Indian pacer Mohammed Shami struck twice to dismiss New Zealand's openers early in the first ODI at McLean Park, Napier on Wednesday. Opting to bat first, the hosts lost Martin Guptill and Colin Munro for five and eight runs respectively.

Indian pacer Mohammed Shami struck twice to dismiss New Zealand's openers early in the first ODI at McLean Park, Napier on Wednesday. Opting to bat first, the hosts lost Martin Guptill and Colin Munro for five and eight runs respectively. Both players suffered the same fate and were clean bowled by Shami. After eight overs, the Kiwi score stood at 28 for the loss of two wickets. Speaking after winning the toss, Kiwi captain Kane Williams said, "Looks a good surface here and we want to put a score on the board. We know India are a good chasing side but we want to put runs on the board and I'm sure the surface will play the same throughout. Just the one spinner - Mitch Santner is back and also Doug Bracewell is in. It's about balancing the side, seam-bowling all-rounder is needed and that's what Bracewell comes in. I think it will be a fair pitch regardless of whether you're bowling seam, spin or batting. We were good in the SL series but want to keep improving. Looking for a good series to be played in the right spirit." India recently ended their Australia tour by creating several historic records. Talking about their strategy for today, skipper Kohli said, "the bowlers have played a major part in us being a top team than the batsmen really. It's a batsmen's game and the crowd come in to see fours and sixes. I feel that our side is very balanced at the moment with good depth in batting and bowling. Pretty relaxed with where we stand as a team." "It's going to be a competitive series. New Zealand are a good side and they play with the right spirit. They are a side that everyone must look upto in terms of carrying yourself on the field. Mutual respect is always there between us. Our motivation to win games remain the same irrespective of opposition. We're not going to have any incidents," Kohli concluded. Teams: New Zealand (Playing XI): Martin Guptill, Colin Munro, Kane Williamson(c), Ross Taylor, Tom Latham(w), Henry Nicholls, Mitchell Santner, Doug Bracewell, Tim Southee, Lockie Ferguson, Trent Boult India (Playing XI): Rohit Sharma, Shikhar Dhawan, Virat Kohli(c), MS Dhoni(w), Kedar Jadhav, Ambati Rayudu, Vijay Shankar, Kuldeep Yadav, Yuzvendra Chahal, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Mohammed Shami

IND vs NZ, 1st ODI: Shami strikes twice to dismiss New Zealand's openers early

India captain Virat Kohli on Tuesday stressed on the importance of all-rounder Hardik Pandya's presence in the ODI side in order to get the ideal bowling combination for the World Cup. 
 
Pandya has been suspended pending inquiry after his sexist comments on a TV chat show and already the Indian team have had issues with their third specialist pacer ahead of the five-match ODI against New Zealand starting Wednesday. 
 
Rookies Khaleel Ahmed and Mohammed Siraj both got a fair amount of stick against Australia in the first two ODIs before Hardik's replacement Vijay Shankar bowled a steady spell of six overs in the series decider in Melbourne. 
 
When asked if there can be an ideal bowling combination, the skipper said: "Depends on the all-rounder to be honest. If you see the strongest sides in the world, they have two all-rounders at the least, some sides have three, so that gives you a lot of bowling options." 
 
For Kohli, a third fast bowler is an option only when a specialist all-rounder is unavailable. 
 
"Only if someone like a Vijay Shankar or a Hardik doesn't play, then (only) three fast bowlers makes sense. Because if an all-rounder can chip in with a few overs of seam up, then you don't necessarily need a guy bowling 140kmph as the third bowler along with the two fast bowlers," Kohli said ahead of the first ODI at McLean Park. 
 
Kohli, in a very subtle yet strong manner, put across his point about Hardik's absence from the side. 
 
"So whether it's me backing three bowlers or during Asia Cup, every time it happened when Hardik wasn't available. We have had to play three fast bowlers. So every time, the all-rounder is there, you are not thinking about a third fast bowler unless you are playing in conditions which are totally against spin bowling," the skipper said. 
 
While winning the series is important, the Indian captain made it clear that he would like to remain flexible about team combination keeping the World Cup in mind. 
 
"Look winning is always going to be a very important factor but the main thing is not to be desperate at this stage. There needs to be a good atmosphere in the change room, there needs to be calmness and collective effort towards just refining ourselves as a team approaching the World Cup." 
 
Kohli indicated that a few players could be tried here and there, raising hopes of young Shubman Gill getting an opportunity during the series. 
 
"Also to try a few players here and there and see how they react to different situations or different positions in the team. We are open to doing that as well.&nbsp; 
 
"You don't want to be too rigid because you want to be flexible in your mind and in your preparation to be able to competitive during a big tournament like the World Cup," the skipper explained. 
 
"I think we need a good balance of both even if we back a few players to play at some stage, the idea is still to win the games and not just think of it as an experiment," he set priorities right. 
 
New Zealand grounds presents a different challenge for bowlers with the boundaries on the shorter side. 
 
"You have to aware of side boundaries being really short in most of the grounds, so targeting the right areas of the ground becomes very important but I think bowlers require more composure here in terms of which are the shots that batsmen want to play, so you have the best chance of getting them out or restricting boundaries," the skipper observed. 
 
The current batting group is much more experienced compared to the one in 2014, said the skipper. 
 
"Well we have seen a lot of things that happened from the last series (2014) that we played here, like what were patterns and how the guys were trying to get us out last time, we were probably not an experienced a side back then in terms of batting group," he stated. 
 
"The key is not to panic too much in the field, when you see 300 being posted regularly as you have to back yourself as batting group to get those runs or set a big target when batting first, which I believe when we played last time, we didn't have the composure," he reasoned.&nbsp;

India captain Virat Kohli on Tuesday stressed on the importance of all-rounder Hardik Pandya's presence in the ODI side in order to get the ideal bowling combination for the World Cup.

India captain Virat Kohli on Tuesday stressed on the importance of all-rounder Hardik Pandya's presence in the ODI side in order to get the ideal bowling combination for the World Cup. Pandya has been suspended pending inquiry after his sexist comments on a TV chat show and already the Indian team have had issues with their third specialist pacer ahead of the five-match ODI against New Zealand starting Wednesday. Rookies Khaleel Ahmed and Mohammed Siraj both got a fair amount of stick against Australia in the first two ODIs before Hardik's replacement Vijay Shankar bowled a steady spell of six overs in the series decider in Melbourne. When asked if there can be an ideal bowling combination, the skipper said: "Depends on the all-rounder to be honest. If you see the strongest sides in the world, they have two all-rounders at the least, some sides have three, so that gives you a lot of bowling options." For Kohli, a third fast bowler is an option only when a specialist all-rounder is unavailable. "Only if someone like a Vijay Shankar or a Hardik doesn't play, then (only) three fast bowlers makes sense. Because if an all-rounder can chip in with a few overs of seam up, then you don't necessarily need a guy bowling 140kmph as the third bowler along with the two fast bowlers," Kohli said ahead of the first ODI at McLean Park. Kohli, in a very subtle yet strong manner, put across his point about Hardik's absence from the side. "So whether it's me backing three bowlers or during Asia Cup, every time it happened when Hardik wasn't available. We have had to play three fast bowlers. So every time, the all-rounder is there, you are not thinking about a third fast bowler unless you are playing in conditions which are totally against spin bowling," the skipper said. While winning the series is important, the Indian captain made it clear that he would like to remain flexible about team combination keeping the World Cup in mind. "Look winning is always going to be a very important factor but the main thing is not to be desperate at this stage. There needs to be a good atmosphere in the change room, there needs to be calmness and collective effort towards just refining ourselves as a team approaching the World Cup." Kohli indicated that a few players could be tried here and there, raising hopes of young Shubman Gill getting an opportunity during the series. "Also to try a few players here and there and see how they react to different situations or different positions in the team. We are open to doing that as well. "You don't want to be too rigid because you want to be flexible in your mind and in your preparation to be able to competitive during a big tournament like the World Cup," the skipper explained. "I think we need a good balance of both even if we back a few players to play at some stage, the idea is still to win the games and not just think of it as an experiment," he set priorities right. New Zealand grounds presents a different challenge for bowlers with the boundaries on the shorter side. "You have to aware of side boundaries being really short in most of the grounds, so targeting the right areas of the ground becomes very important but I think bowlers require more composure here in terms of which are the shots that batsmen want to play, so you have the best chance of getting them out or restricting boundaries," the skipper observed. The current batting group is much more experienced compared to the one in 2014, said the skipper. "Well we have seen a lot of things that happened from the last series (2014) that we played here, like what were patterns and how the guys were trying to get us out last time, we were probably not an experienced a side back then in terms of batting group," he stated. "The key is not to panic too much in the field, when you see 300 being posted regularly as you have to back yourself as batting group to get those runs or set a big target when batting first, which I believe when we played last time, we didn't have the composure," he reasoned.

IND vs NZ: Hardik Pandya's absence forces us into playing three seamers, says Virat Kohli

Indian skipper Virat Kohli added more feathers to his illustrious cap by becoming the first player in history to win the Sir Garfield Sobers Trophy for ICC Cricketer of the Year, the ICC Men’s Test Player of the Year, and the ICC ODI Player of the Year awards in the same year following an extraordinary 2018.

Apart from the three prestigious awards, Kohli was also named captain of the ICC Test and ODI teams for the year.

Kohli scored 1,322 runs at an average of 55.08 in 13 Tests with five hundreds during the calendar year while in 14 ODIs he amassed 1202 runs at an astonishing average of 133.55 with six centuries. He also scored 211 runs in 10 T20Is.

The 30-year-old finished the year as the top-ranked batsman in Tests and ODIs. The highest scorer in both forms of the game in 2018, he was one of only two batsmen to score more than 1,000 runs in Tests and only among three to do so in ODI cricket.

"It has been an amazing year. I was able to play in a manner that I would not have imagined. If the intention is right and you keep working hard, the results are there in front of your own eyes. The intent has always to be helping your team at any cost, that is when these performances come by and you are pushing yourself to the limit, which you otherwise will not be able to. That is something I experienced in 2018 a lot." Kohli was quoted as saying by icc-cricket.com.

Kohli had won the Sir Garfield Trophy and ICC ODI Player of the Year awards last year and was also the ICC ODI Player of the Year in 2012.

Indian skipper Virat Kohli added more feathers to his illustrious cap by becoming the first player in history to win the Sir Garfield Sobers Trophy for ICC Cricketer of the Year, the ICC Men’s Test Player of the Year, and the ICC ODI Player of the Year awards in the same year following an extraordinary 2018.

Indian skipper Virat Kohli added more feathers to his illustrious cap by becoming the first player in history to win the Sir Garfield Sobers Trophy for ICC Cricketer of the Year, the ICC Men’s Test Player of the Year, and the ICC ODI Player of the Year awards in the same year following an extraordinary 2018. Apart from the three prestigious awards, Kohli was also named captain of the ICC Test and ODI teams for the year. Kohli scored 1,322 runs at an average of 55.08 in 13 Tests with five hundreds during the calendar year while in 14 ODIs he amassed 1202 runs at an astonishing average of 133.55 with six centuries. He also scored 211 runs in 10 T20Is. The 30-year-old finished the year as the top-ranked batsman in Tests and ODIs. The highest scorer in both forms of the game in 2018, he was one of only two batsmen to score more than 1,000 runs in Tests and only among three to do so in ODI cricket. "It has been an amazing year. I was able to play in a manner that I would not have imagined. If the intention is right and you keep working hard, the results are there in front of your own eyes. The intent has always to be helping your team at any cost, that is when these performances come by and you are pushing yourself to the limit, which you otherwise will not be able to. That is something I experienced in 2018 a lot." Kohli was quoted as saying by icc-cricket.com. Kohli had won the Sir Garfield Trophy and ICC ODI Player of the Year awards last year and was also the ICC ODI Player of the Year in 2012.

Virat Kohli makes clean sweep of ICC awards; named cricketer, Test and ODI player of the year

Indian skipper Virat Kohli's hunger for scoring runs is never-ending. With multiple records under his belt, Kohli has established himself as one of the best batsmen in the world and with age of his side, there are a lot of milestones still to be achieved.

The right-handed batsman recently overtook Sachin Tendulkar to become the quickest to score 10,000 ODI runs for India and is the only active batsman, who remains in touching distance of overtaking Sachin’s tally of most international centuries (100).

However, Kohli believes that cricket is just a part of his life and not his main priority.&nbsp;

“8 years down the line, priority would be family. Priority would be myself, Anushka and our family by then. Cricket would obviously be a part of my life always but I think family should be priority at all times because nothing is bigger than life. Cricket is a part of life, nothing should be bigger than life,” Kohli said on his Mobile Application, Virat Kohli App.

“I know people take life too seriously and be like... ‘if you don’t take cricket too seriously, then you’re not committed enough’. I don’t believe in all that. The larger picture always has to be life because whatever happens and may happen, you always come back home.

“So I think the priority will be family, should be family. Cricket will be a very special part of my life, but it’s not the most important thing in life is the way I see it. I am blessed to be able to do it right now, it has to end one day. Eight years down the line, I think I will be totally focused on my family,” he concluded.

Kohli scored his 39th ODI ton against Australia in the recently-concluded ODI series to take his overall tally to 64. He overtook Sri Lanka legend Kumar Sangakkara to take the third spot on the list of batsmen with most international centuries. He is only behind former Australian captain Ricky Ponting and Sachin on the elite list.

The five-match ODI series between India and New Zealand begins in Napier on January 23, followed by two consecutive matches in Mount Maunganui.&nbsp;

Hamilton and Wellington will host to the final two matches of the series.

Indian skipper Virat Kohli's hunger for scoring runs is never-ending. With multiple records under his belt, Kohli has established himself as one of the best batsmen in the world and with age of his side, there are a lot of milestones still to be achieved.

Indian skipper Virat Kohli's hunger for scoring runs is never-ending. With multiple records under his belt, Kohli has established himself as one of the best batsmen in the world and with age of his side, there are a lot of milestones still to be achieved. The right-handed batsman recently overtook Sachin Tendulkar to become the quickest to score 10,000 ODI runs for India and is the only active batsman, who remains in touching distance of overtaking Sachin’s tally of most international centuries (100). However, Kohli believes that cricket is just a part of his life and not his main priority. “8 years down the line, priority would be family. Priority would be myself, Anushka and our family by then. Cricket would obviously be a part of my life always but I think family should be priority at all times because nothing is bigger than life. Cricket is a part of life, nothing should be bigger than life,” Kohli said on his Mobile Application, Virat Kohli App. “I know people take life too seriously and be like... ‘if you don’t take cricket too seriously, then you’re not committed enough’. I don’t believe in all that. The larger picture always has to be life because whatever happens and may happen, you always come back home. “So I think the priority will be family, should be family. Cricket will be a very special part of my life, but it’s not the most important thing in life is the way I see it. I am blessed to be able to do it right now, it has to end one day. Eight years down the line, I think I will be totally focused on my family,” he concluded. Kohli scored his 39th ODI ton against Australia in the recently-concluded ODI series to take his overall tally to 64. He overtook Sri Lanka legend Kumar Sangakkara to take the third spot on the list of batsmen with most international centuries. He is only behind former Australian captain Ricky Ponting and Sachin on the elite list. The five-match ODI series between India and New Zealand begins in Napier on January 23, followed by two consecutive matches in Mount Maunganui. Hamilton and Wellington will host to the final two matches of the series.

Cricket not the most important thing in life, says Virat Kohli

Former India cricket captain Sourav Ganguly on Monday extended a helping hand to former teammate Jacob Martin, who is in a critical condition following an accident on December 28.

Ganguly was the captain of the national team when Martin made his debut, and today again he decided to help his former charge.

As per reports, the former Baroda cricket star is on a ventilator and is in desperate need of financial aid to meet medical expenses.

Martin was put on a ventilator after suffering extensive damage to his liver and lungs. The former cricketer’s wife also sought the Board of Control for Cricket in India’s (BCCI) help. The board promptly sanctioned Rs 5 lakh for his treatment.

The Baroda Cricket Association also came forward and sanctioned an amount of Rs 3 lakh

As per reports, the approximate cost of Martin’s treatment is 70,000 per day.

Martin made his debut in September 1988 and has played ten ODIs wearing the blue jersey.&nbsp;

He scored 158 runs at an average of 22.57 while playing five games under Ganguly's captaincy and another five under Sachin Tendulkar's leadership.

Former India cricket captain Sourav Ganguly on Monday extended a helping hand to former teammate Jacob Martin, who is in a critical condition following an accident on December 28.

Former India cricket captain Sourav Ganguly on Monday extended a helping hand to former teammate Jacob Martin, who is in a critical condition following an accident on December 28. Ganguly was the captain of the national team when Martin made his debut, and today again he decided to help his former charge. As per reports, the former Baroda cricket star is on a ventilator and is in desperate need of financial aid to meet medical expenses. Martin was put on a ventilator after suffering extensive damage to his liver and lungs. The former cricketer’s wife also sought the Board of Control for Cricket in India’s (BCCI) help. The board promptly sanctioned Rs 5 lakh for his treatment. The Baroda Cricket Association also came forward and sanctioned an amount of Rs 3 lakh As per reports, the approximate cost of Martin’s treatment is 70,000 per day. Martin made his debut in September 1988 and has played ten ODIs wearing the blue jersey. He scored 158 runs at an average of 22.57 while playing five games under Ganguly's captaincy and another five under Sachin Tendulkar's leadership.

Former Indian cricketer on ventilator, Sourav Ganguly extends helping hand

The jury is still out on whether Mahendra Singh Dhoni's much-acclaimed finishing powers are on the wane or not but former Australia captain Ian Chappell still considers the World Cup-winning former skipper as the "best finisher" in 50-over format.

Dhoni was recently awarded the Man of the series for his match-winning knocks which helped India win their maiden ODI series in Australia.Chappell saluted the former India skipper's nerve and longevity.

"Nobody has Dhoni's nerve for finishing off victories. Many times I've thought, "He's left it too late this time", only to be amazed as he produced a couple of powerful shots to bring India a nail-biting victory," Chappell wrote in his column in ESPNcricinfo.

"His outward calm is no illusion since his tactical adeptness in these situations is proof his brain continues to work perfectly."

Drawing a comparison with Michael Bevan, who is considered to be one of the greatest finisher of the game, Chappell said Dhoni has surpassed the former Australian number six.

"Where Bevan finished matches with fours, Dhoni does so with sixes. The one area - running between wickets - where you'd expect the fleet-footed Bevan to have an advantage is debatable, because even at age 37, Dhoni is among the quickest in the game," he wrote.

"Even allowing for improved bats and the advantage of playing T20 cricket, statistically Dhoni is superior to Bevan. There can be no argument - Dhoni is the best ODI finisher."

Of late, Dhoni has often been criticised for his slow innings but the former India skipper silenced the doubters when he unleashed a massive six at Adelaide to seal the third ODI and the series 2-1.

"His trademark lofted on-drive comfortably cleared one of the longer Adelaide Oval boundaries to settle the issue in that particular finishing effort," Chappell wrote.

"It was a clear reminder that any thought that his power might be waning was only wishful thinking on the part of opponents. That he achieved the feat in stifling heat only added to the lustre of his performance."

Regarding the 'best ODI batsman' debate, Chappell feels Virat Kohli will surpass legends like Viv Richards, Sachin Tendulkar and AB de Villiers and end his career as the 'Sir Donald Bradman of ODI batsmen'.

"Kohli reminds me of Richards in his approach to ODI batting; he eschews fancy shots and relies on a wide range of traditional strokes ... As the only one of this quartet still playing ODIs, Kohli already heads some important statistical categories," he wrote.

"If he were to continue at his current rate - an unlikely outcome as he ages - he would pass Tendulkar's aggregate with more than one hundred innings to spare and nearly 20 centuries in advance of the Little Master.

"If he even came close to achieving these amazing feats, there could be no argument: Kohli would be the Sir Donald Bradman of ODI batsmen."

The jury is still out on whether Mahendra Singh Dhoni's much-acclaimed finishing powers are on the wane or not but former Australia captain Ian Chappell still considers the World Cup-winning former skipper as the "best finisher" in 50-over format.

The jury is still out on whether Mahendra Singh Dhoni's much-acclaimed finishing powers are on the wane or not but former Australia captain Ian Chappell still considers the World Cup-winning former skipper as the "best finisher" in 50-over format. Dhoni was recently awarded the Man of the series for his match-winning knocks which helped India win their maiden ODI series in Australia.Chappell saluted the former India skipper's nerve and longevity. "Nobody has Dhoni's nerve for finishing off victories. Many times I've thought, "He's left it too late this time", only to be amazed as he produced a couple of powerful shots to bring India a nail-biting victory," Chappell wrote in his column in ESPNcricinfo. "His outward calm is no illusion since his tactical adeptness in these situations is proof his brain continues to work perfectly." Drawing a comparison with Michael Bevan, who is considered to be one of the greatest finisher of the game, Chappell said Dhoni has surpassed the former Australian number six. "Where Bevan finished matches with fours, Dhoni does so with sixes. The one area - running between wickets - where you'd expect the fleet-footed Bevan to have an advantage is debatable, because even at age 37, Dhoni is among the quickest in the game," he wrote. "Even allowing for improved bats and the advantage of playing T20 cricket, statistically Dhoni is superior to Bevan. There can be no argument - Dhoni is the best ODI finisher." Of late, Dhoni has often been criticised for his slow innings but the former India skipper silenced the doubters when he unleashed a massive six at Adelaide to seal the third ODI and the series 2-1. "His trademark lofted on-drive comfortably cleared one of the longer Adelaide Oval boundaries to settle the issue in that particular finishing effort," Chappell wrote. "It was a clear reminder that any thought that his power might be waning was only wishful thinking on the part of opponents. That he achieved the feat in stifling heat only added to the lustre of his performance." Regarding the 'best ODI batsman' debate, Chappell feels Virat Kohli will surpass legends like Viv Richards, Sachin Tendulkar and AB de Villiers and end his career as the 'Sir Donald Bradman of ODI batsmen'. "Kohli reminds me of Richards in his approach to ODI batting; he eschews fancy shots and relies on a wide range of traditional strokes ... As the only one of this quartet still playing ODIs, Kohli already heads some important statistical categories," he wrote. "If he were to continue at his current rate - an unlikely outcome as he ages - he would pass Tendulkar's aggregate with more than one hundred innings to spare and nearly 20 centuries in advance of the Little Master. "If he even came close to achieving these amazing feats, there could be no argument: Kohli would be the Sir Donald Bradman of ODI batsmen."

MS Dhoni is still world's best ODI finisher: Chappell

Back in his time, he knew a thing or two about bowling 'toe-crushers' and no wonder former Pakistani cricketer Wasim Akram is all praise for Jasprit Bumrah's ability to bowl the "most effective yorker" currently in world cricket.

Bumrah, who played a pivotal role in India's maiden Test series win on Australian soil, has been an 'x' factor in Virat Kohli's set-up.

"Jasprit Bumrah has the best and the most effective yorker among fast bowlers playing international cricket now," Akram told PTI during an interaction.

Arguably the greatest left-arm fast bowler to have ever played the game, Akram believes that Bumrah will make a difference during death overs at this year's World Cup with his 'go to ball'.

"Bumrah has an exceptional action, very different from other fast bowlers and yet he gets the ball to swing and also move off the deck at good pace," Akram said.

"But what makes Bumrah special is his ability to bowl yorkers on a regular basis. Also yorker is not just used for ODIs but for Test matches too as me and Waqar did in our times," the Sultan of Swing said.

A lot of it Akram believes could be attributed to tennis ball cricket, which helps aspiring bowlers perfect their yorkers.

"If you see, whether it's me coming from Pakistan or Bumrah coming from India, we are all products of tennis ball cricket," said Akram, who is a mentor in the upcoming 10PL tennis ball tournament in UAE.

"When you play gully cricket with buildings on both sides and the batsman being deprived of playing cross batted shots on both sides, they are forced to play straight then.&nbsp;

"And then you start pitching it up and in the process learn to bowl at the base and prevent the batsman from going down the ground. You will see a lot of yorkers in 10PL," said Akram.

He was all praise for India, which became the first country from Asia to win a Test series in Australia.

"It's a huge achievement to win a Test series in Australia. I don't subscribe to the view that this is a weakened Australian side. Let's not take away any credit from Virat and his boys. The kind of consistency they have shown is indeed a big deal," said Akram.

Whenever a young talent is discovered in Pakistan, they start comparing him with Kohli, only to fade away like an Umar Akmal.

So why do potential 'Kohli's' of Pakistan fall off the radar, Akram said: "Had we known what the problem is, wouldn't we have addressed the issue?"

"On a serious note, it is Virat's mindset that makes all the difference. When I mean mindset, it also includes off the field preparation also."

The Indian captain's awareness is in a different league, feels Akram.

"Awareness about all the worldly things, what needs to be done to become the best in the world and it's not just about having the perfect technique. It is about having a perfect mindset. He is one of the most popular cricketer in Pakistan," said the owner of 900 plus international wickets.

Akram, who has been the face of 10PL in 2018, expects the tournament to grow with passage of time.

"The organisers have kept 250,000 Dirham (USD 68,00,000) prize money for this tennis ball tournament where as back in 1992, we got USD 40,000 for winning World Cup," Akram said.

Back in his time, he knew a thing or two about bowling 'toe-crushers' and no wonder former Pakistani cricketer Wasim Akram is all praise for Jasprit Bumrah's ability to bowl the "most effective yorker" currently in world cricket.

Back in his time, he knew a thing or two about bowling 'toe-crushers' and no wonder former Pakistani cricketer Wasim Akram is all praise for Jasprit Bumrah's ability to bowl the "most effective yorker" currently in world cricket. Bumrah, who played a pivotal role in India's maiden Test series win on Australian soil, has been an 'x' factor in Virat Kohli's set-up. "Jasprit Bumrah has the best and the most effective yorker among fast bowlers playing international cricket now," Akram told PTI during an interaction. Arguably the greatest left-arm fast bowler to have ever played the game, Akram believes that Bumrah will make a difference during death overs at this year's World Cup with his 'go to ball'. "Bumrah has an exceptional action, very different from other fast bowlers and yet he gets the ball to swing and also move off the deck at good pace," Akram said. "But what makes Bumrah special is his ability to bowl yorkers on a regular basis. Also yorker is not just used for ODIs but for Test matches too as me and Waqar did in our times," the Sultan of Swing said. A lot of it Akram believes could be attributed to tennis ball cricket, which helps aspiring bowlers perfect their yorkers. "If you see, whether it's me coming from Pakistan or Bumrah coming from India, we are all products of tennis ball cricket," said Akram, who is a mentor in the upcoming 10PL tennis ball tournament in UAE. "When you play gully cricket with buildings on both sides and the batsman being deprived of playing cross batted shots on both sides, they are forced to play straight then. "And then you start pitching it up and in the process learn to bowl at the base and prevent the batsman from going down the ground. You will see a lot of yorkers in 10PL," said Akram. He was all praise for India, which became the first country from Asia to win a Test series in Australia. "It's a huge achievement to win a Test series in Australia. I don't subscribe to the view that this is a weakened Australian side. Let's not take away any credit from Virat and his boys. The kind of consistency they have shown is indeed a big deal," said Akram. Whenever a young talent is discovered in Pakistan, they start comparing him with Kohli, only to fade away like an Umar Akmal. So why do potential 'Kohli's' of Pakistan fall off the radar, Akram said: "Had we known what the problem is, wouldn't we have addressed the issue?" "On a serious note, it is Virat's mindset that makes all the difference. When I mean mindset, it also includes off the field preparation also." The Indian captain's awareness is in a different league, feels Akram. "Awareness about all the worldly things, what needs to be done to become the best in the world and it's not just about having the perfect technique. It is about having a perfect mindset. He is one of the most popular cricketer in Pakistan," said the owner of 900 plus international wickets. Akram, who has been the face of 10PL in 2018, expects the tournament to grow with passage of time. "The organisers have kept 250,000 Dirham (USD 68,00,000) prize money for this tennis ball tournament where as back in 1992, we got USD 40,000 for winning World Cup," Akram said.

Jasprit Bumrah has best yorker in world cricket: Wasim Akram

Indian skipper Virat Kohli won the toss and opted to bowl in the decider ODI against Australia at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Friday.

Earlier, incessant rain delayed the start of the third and final ODI on Friday.&nbsp;

India are eyeing a maiden bilateral ODI series triumph on Australian soil after the path-breaking Test conquest.

The three-match series is level at 1-1 after Australia won the first ODI in Sydney by 34 runs and India clinched the second in Adelaide by six wickets.&nbsp;

Speaking after the toss, Kohli said, " It's going to be stop-start, with the rain around, and as a batsman we are never in, so that's the idea. Levelling the series was important, now both the teams are set up for the decider. Siraj makes way for Vijay Shankar, Chahal for Kuldeep, Jadhav for Rayudu."

When asked what strategy will Australia adopt for the series decider, skipper Aaron Finch said, "There might be a touch of moisture but it's still a good surface. It might be slow to start with, but it won't change too much during the course of the game. I think It's been an exciting couple of weeks, a great win in Sydney and a really good game in Adelaide. We're ready to go for the series decider. I do hope to just get back to my natural game to be honest. Changes: Stanlake in for Behrendorff and Zampa in for Lyon."

India have never won a bilateral ODI contest on Australian soil, and their only two series' wins in this format have come in 1985 (World Championship of Cricket) and 2008 (CB Series).&nbsp;

Teams:

Australia (Playing XI): Alex Carey(w), Aaron Finch(c), Usman Khawaja, Shaun Marsh, Peter Handscomb, Marcus Stoinis, Glenn Maxwell, Jhye Richardson, Billy Stanlake, Peter Siddle, Adam Zampa

India (Playing XI): Rohit Sharma, Shikhar Dhawan, Virat Kohli(c), MS Dhoni(w), Kedar Jadhav, Dinesh Karthik, Vijay Shankar, Ravindra Jadeja, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Mohammed Shami, Yuzvendra Chahal 
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Indian skipper Virat Kohli won the toss and opted to bowl in the decider ODI against Australia at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Friday. Earlier, incessant rain delayed the start of the third and final ODI on Friday.

Indian skipper Virat Kohli won the toss and opted to bowl in the decider ODI against Australia at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Friday. Earlier, incessant rain delayed the start of the third and final ODI on Friday. India are eyeing a maiden bilateral ODI series triumph on Australian soil after the path-breaking Test conquest. The three-match series is level at 1-1 after Australia won the first ODI in Sydney by 34 runs and India clinched the second in Adelaide by six wickets. Speaking after the toss, Kohli said, " It's going to be stop-start, with the rain around, and as a batsman we are never in, so that's the idea. Levelling the series was important, now both the teams are set up for the decider. Siraj makes way for Vijay Shankar, Chahal for Kuldeep, Jadhav for Rayudu." When asked what strategy will Australia adopt for the series decider, skipper Aaron Finch said, "There might be a touch of moisture but it's still a good surface. It might be slow to start with, but it won't change too much during the course of the game. I think It's been an exciting couple of weeks, a great win in Sydney and a really good game in Adelaide. We're ready to go for the series decider. I do hope to just get back to my natural game to be honest. Changes: Stanlake in for Behrendorff and Zampa in for Lyon." India have never won a bilateral ODI contest on Australian soil, and their only two series' wins in this format have come in 1985 (World Championship of Cricket) and 2008 (CB Series). Teams: Australia (Playing XI): Alex Carey(w), Aaron Finch(c), Usman Khawaja, Shaun Marsh, Peter Handscomb, Marcus Stoinis, Glenn Maxwell, Jhye Richardson, Billy Stanlake, Peter Siddle, Adam Zampa India (Playing XI): Rohit Sharma, Shikhar Dhawan, Virat Kohli(c), MS Dhoni(w), Kedar Jadhav, Dinesh Karthik, Vijay Shankar, Ravindra Jadeja, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Mohammed Shami, Yuzvendra Chahal

3rd ODI: Virat Kohli wins toss, opts to field against Australia in series decider