New Zealand to ease lockdown measures from tonight after 12. But still, cafes & restaurants to stay open for takeaways only. New Zealand's PM Ardern said, "We have won the battle against the community spread of this virus."

New Zealand to ease lockdown measures from tonight, cafes & restaurants to stay open for takeaways only

Former Prime Minister of New Zealand Helen Clark believes that US President Donald Trump's decision to cut funding to the WHO is foolish. Watch this exclusive conversation with WION's Executive Editor Palki Sharma Upadhyay.

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In an exclusive interview with WION, the former Prime Minister of New Zealand - Helen Clark spoke to WION's Executive Editor Palki Sharma Upadhyay on WION Global Leadership Series about New Zealand's response to COVID-19 pandemic and what world can learn from New Zealand.

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Spitting in public is one of the vilest things one can do to humiliate another person. It's a form of violence, menace to public health. A person who intentionally spits in the face of a frontline worker is no victim regardless of the outcome. Not only does the act evoke disgust but it deserves the strictest of punishment.

In New Zealand, a man has been sentenced to three months in <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/maharashtra-to-impose-fines-for-open-defecation-spitting-littering-164483">jail for spitting </a>at a police officer. Police say it has reported a surge in cases of cops being spat on even for inquiring about a person's health.&nbsp;

They say such behaviour is making it tough for the officers to function within their communities as they're being forced to self-isolate for 14 days. Now the New Zealand authorities say a person could face 14 years in jail for spitting on someone and infecting them with a disease.

Back in India, countless stories of suspected <a href="https://www.wionews.com/opinions-blogs/explained-as-world-battles-coronavirus-outbreak-heres-how-spit-attacks-can-land-you-in-trouble-291603">coronavirus patients </a>spitting on health-care workers have emerged but so have countless unsubstantiated reports. Unrelated videos and lies are being masqueraded as news. Meaningless debates on such reports are stirring up communal hate and the Centre and state governments have decided to nip the infodemic in the bud.

In Odisha, the chief minister himself has urged citizens to behave responsibly and stop spitting. In Uttar Pradesh, the government has banned the sale of 'paan masala' &nbsp;and spitting in public places. Gujarat has decided to impose a fine of 500 rupees on anyone caught doing the same. In West Bengal, citizens may have to pay up to 1 lakh rupees as fine for spitting, even littering.

Punishments are growing more severe even globally. In Belgium, offenders could now be fined for up to 2,000 dollars for spitting in public. Similarly, in Australia, the health ministry has introduced a fine of 5,000 dollars. In Saudi Arabia, a man recently caught spitting in shopping trolleys could be subjected to the death penalty and in France, violators are being fined up to 197 dollars. Pandemic or no pandemic, spitting in public is plain wrong while spitting on health-care workers even more so.&nbsp;

Our governments are dealing with a pandemic and the least we can do as responsible citizens are to lessen their burden.

Spitting in public is one of the vilest things one can do to humiliate another person. It's a form of violence, menace to public health. A person who intentionally spits in the face of a frontline worker is no victim regardless of the outcome.

Spitting in public is one of the vilest things one can do to humiliate another person. It's a form of violence, menace to public health. A person who intentionally spits in the face of a frontline worker is no victim regardless of the outcome. Not only does the act evoke disgust but it deserves the strictest of punishment. In New Zealand, a man has been sentenced to three months in jail for spitting at a police officer. Police say it has reported a surge in cases of cops being spat on even for inquiring about a person's health. They say such behaviour is making it tough for the officers to function within their communities as they're being forced to self-isolate for 14 days. Now the New Zealand authorities say a person could face 14 years in jail for spitting on someone and infecting them with a disease. Back in India, countless stories of suspected coronavirus patients spitting on health-care workers have emerged but so have countless unsubstantiated reports. Unrelated videos and lies are being masqueraded as news. Meaningless debates on such reports are stirring up communal hate and the Centre and state governments have decided to nip the infodemic in the bud. In Odisha, the chief minister himself has urged citizens to behave responsibly and stop spitting. In Uttar Pradesh, the government has banned the sale of 'paan masala' and spitting in public places. Gujarat has decided to impose a fine of 500 rupees on anyone caught doing the same. In West Bengal, citizens may have to pay up to 1 lakh rupees as fine for spitting, even littering. Punishments are growing more severe even globally. In Belgium, offenders could now be fined for up to 2,000 dollars for spitting in public. Similarly, in Australia, the health ministry has introduced a fine of 5,000 dollars. In Saudi Arabia, a man recently caught spitting in shopping trolleys could be subjected to the death penalty and in France, violators are being fined up to 197 dollars. Pandemic or no pandemic, spitting in public is plain wrong while spitting on health-care workers even more so. Our governments are dealing with a pandemic and the least we can do as responsible citizens are to lessen their burden.

Here is why spitting in public may cost you dear

“An idiot” is how New Zealand’s Health Minister recently described himself, after he was found breaking lockdown restrictions in the country.

David Clark, the minister in question claims he offered to resign in conversation with Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern after coming clean about a 20 kilometre drive he took with his family to the beach.

Health Minister David Clark said he offered his resignation to Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern after revealing he took a 20-kilometre drive to the beach with his family.

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"At a time when we are asking New Zealanders to make historic sacrifices, I've let the team down," he said in a statement.

"I've been an idiot and I understand why people will be angry with me", he added.

Besides this, he also claimed to have undertaken two-kilometre drives with his family, but these do not circumvent the country’s rules.

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He’s still in-charge of handling the country’s COVID-19 response. However, the PM claimed that she wouldn’t have budged about firing him, but given the crisis, she has demoted him from the junior role of associated finance minister in the cabinet.

"What he did was wrong, and there are no excuses," she said.

"But right now, my priority is our collective fight against Covid-19. We cannot afford massive disruption in the health sector or to our response. For that reason, and that reason alone, Dr Clark will maintain his role", the PM added.

The small country has over 1,000 positive cases so far, with only one death reported so far!

“An idiot” is how New Zealand’s Health Minister recently described himself, after he was found breaking lockdown restrictions in the country. David Clark, the minister in question claims he offered to resign in conversation with Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern after coming clean about a 20 kilometre drive he took with his family to the beach.

“An idiot” is how New Zealand’s Health Minister recently described himself, after he was found breaking lockdown restrictions in the country. David Clark, the minister in question claims he offered to resign in conversation with Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern after coming clean about a 20 kilometre drive he took with his family to the beach. Health Minister David Clark said he offered his resignation to Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern after revealing he took a 20-kilometre drive to the beach with his family. Also read: This new Israeli tech can diagnose anomalies with your vehicle, and also detect COVID-19 symptoms! "At a time when we are asking New Zealanders to make historic sacrifices, I've let the team down," he said in a statement. "I've been an idiot and I understand why people will be angry with me", he added. Besides this, he also claimed to have undertaken two-kilometre drives with his family, but these do not circumvent the country’s rules. Also read: From drugs to life-saving paraphernalia: How the dark web is capitalising on pandemic panic! He’s still in-charge of handling the country’s COVID-19 response. However, the PM claimed that she wouldn’t have budged about firing him, but given the crisis, she has demoted him from the junior role of associated finance minister in the cabinet. "What he did was wrong, and there are no excuses," she said. "But right now, my priority is our collective fight against Covid-19. We cannot afford massive disruption in the health sector or to our response. For that reason, and that reason alone, Dr Clark will maintain his role", the PM added. The small country has over 1,000 positive cases so far, with only one death reported so far!

'Idiot' New Zealand health minister demoted for flouting lockdown

The Black Caps chief David White has said that the New Zealand June-July tours of Scotland, Ireland, the Netherlands and West Indies are "unlikely" to take place due to the on-going coronavirus pandemic.&nbsp;

Kiwi tour to Bangladesh in August is also difficult to happen.&nbsp;

The coronavirus pandemic has forced all the sporting seasons across the globe to come to halt.&nbsp;

White said: "Given the bigger picture and the terrible toll Covid19 is taking worldwide we need to look after not only our own people but the greater community good."&nbsp;

"With the lockdown now in full force we're mindful of the difficulties facing our cricket community, particularly in view of the suspension of trust funding.

"Our current focus is very much on ensuring the future sustainability of cricket in New Zealand."

Kiwi women were supposed to play in the Sri Lanka tour later this month. But the tour has been cancelled.&nbsp;

Cricket across the globe has been affected due to the virus. Money-rich Indian Premier League has been on hold due to the pandemic and is on verge of cancellation.&nbsp;

A source within the cricket governing body said the board cannot take a definite call unless the situation clears out while adding it might become really confusing if the BCCI takes a call now and situation changes around April 15.

The Black Caps chief David White has said that the New Zealand June-July tours of Scotland, Ireland, the Netherlands and West Indies are "unlikely" to take place due to the on-going coronavirus pandemic.

The Black Caps chief David White has said that the New Zealand June-July tours of Scotland, Ireland, the Netherlands and West Indies are "unlikely" to take place due to the on-going coronavirus pandemic. Kiwi tour to Bangladesh in August is also difficult to happen. The coronavirus pandemic has forced all the sporting seasons across the globe to come to halt. White said: "Given the bigger picture and the terrible toll Covid19 is taking worldwide we need to look after not only our own people but the greater community good." "With the lockdown now in full force we're mindful of the difficulties facing our cricket community, particularly in view of the suspension of trust funding. "Our current focus is very much on ensuring the future sustainability of cricket in New Zealand." Kiwi women were supposed to play in the Sri Lanka tour later this month. But the tour has been cancelled. Cricket across the globe has been affected due to the virus. Money-rich Indian Premier League has been on hold due to the pandemic and is on verge of cancellation. A source within the cricket governing body said the board cannot take a definite call unless the situation clears out while adding it might become really confusing if the BCCI takes a call now and situation changes around April 15.

Cricket: New Zealand June-July tours in doubt due to coronavirus

The Australian man charged with murdering 51 people in two mosques in&nbsp;Christchurch, New Zealand, has suddenly changed his plea to admit all charges at a hastily arranged court appearance.

Brenton Tarrant, 29, also admitted the attempted murder of another 40 people, and one terrorism charge.

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He had previously denied the charges and was due to go on trial in June.

The gun attacks at two mosques sent shockwaves around the world. In the wake of the killings, New Zealand brought in stricter gun laws.

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Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern and the Muslim community expressed relief at the surprise decision, which removes the need for a lengthy trial that authorities feared would be used to spout neo-Nazi propaganda.

The South Pacific nation does not have the death penalty but Tarrant faces the prospect of spending the rest of his life behind bars.

New Zealand is in a state of lockdown due to the coronavirus outbreak and the plea was made at a scaled-down court hearing in Christchurch High Court on Thursday.

The terror and murder charges all carry life sentences, setting a minimum non-parole period of 17 years but giving the judge power to imprison without the possibility of release.&nbsp;

The Australian man charged with murdering 51 people in two mosques in Christchurch, New Zealand, has suddenly changed his plea to admit all charges at a hastily arranged court appearance.

The Australian man charged with murdering 51 people in two mosques in Christchurch, New Zealand, has suddenly changed his plea to admit all charges at a hastily arranged court appearance. Brenton Tarrant, 29, also admitted the attempted murder of another 40 people, and one terrorism charge. Also read: Accused New Zealand gunman's letter from jail circulates online He had previously denied the charges and was due to go on trial in June. The gun attacks at two mosques sent shockwaves around the world. In the wake of the killings, New Zealand brought in stricter gun laws. Also read: New Zealanders hand over 10,000-plus guns and weapons parts in buy-back scheme Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern and the Muslim community expressed relief at the surprise decision, which removes the need for a lengthy trial that authorities feared would be used to spout neo-Nazi propaganda. The South Pacific nation does not have the death penalty but Tarrant faces the prospect of spending the rest of his life behind bars. New Zealand is in a state of lockdown due to the coronavirus outbreak and the plea was made at a scaled-down court hearing in Christchurch High Court on Thursday. The terror and murder charges all carry life sentences, setting a minimum non-parole period of 17 years but giving the judge power to imprison without the possibility of release.

Christchurch shootings: Shooter pleads guilty to killing 51 people in mosque attack

New Zealand abandoned their one-day&nbsp;cricket&nbsp;tour of Australia on Saturday after Wellington tightened border restrictions to combat the spread of coronavirus.

The Blacks Caps lost the opening game of the three-match series by 71 runs and were due to play the second in Sydney on Sunday.

But they will fly home immediately after New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced everyone entering the country from midnight Sunday would have to self-isolate for 14 days.

"In response to the New Zealand government's latest travel restrictions,&nbsp;Cricket&nbsp;Australia has been advised the New Zealand team will be returning home immediately,"&nbsp;Cricket&nbsp;Australia said.

The two remaining matches, along with three upcoming Twenty20 clashes between the two countries in New Zealand, were postponed.

"Cricket&nbsp;Australia and New Zealand&nbsp;Cricket&nbsp;will work together to identify a future opportunity to play both series," it added.

Ardern said the self-quarantine order would be reviewed after 16 days.

New Zealand so far only has six confirmed cases of the virus and has recorded no fatalities.

The series in Australia was already being played without fans to curb the spread of coronavirus, which has forced a swathe of sporting events behind closed doors.

After the opening match on Friday, New Zealand fast bowler Lockie Ferguson was tested for the virus and placed in isolation after complaining of a sore throat.

The scare followed Australian paceman Kane Richardson being isolated and tested for COVID-19 after suffering a sore throat on Thursday. He missed the opening ODI, but was cleared of the virus late Friday.

New Zealand abandoned their one-day cricket tour of Australia on Saturday after Wellington tightened border restrictions to combat the spread of coronavirus. The Blacks Caps lost the opening game of the three-match series by 71 runs and were due to play the second in Sydney on Sunday.

New Zealand abandoned their one-day cricket tour of Australia on Saturday after Wellington tightened border restrictions to combat the spread of coronavirus. The Blacks Caps lost the opening game of the three-match series by 71 runs and were due to play the second in Sydney on Sunday. But they will fly home immediately after New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced everyone entering the country from midnight Sunday would have to self-isolate for 14 days. "In response to the New Zealand government's latest travel restrictions, Cricket Australia has been advised the New Zealand team will be returning home immediately," Cricket Australia said. The two remaining matches, along with three upcoming Twenty20 clashes between the two countries in New Zealand, were postponed. "Cricket Australia and New Zealand Cricket will work together to identify a future opportunity to play both series," it added. Ardern said the self-quarantine order would be reviewed after 16 days. New Zealand so far only has six confirmed cases of the virus and has recorded no fatalities. The series in Australia was already being played without fans to curb the spread of coronavirus, which has forced a swathe of sporting events behind closed doors. After the opening match on Friday, New Zealand fast bowler Lockie Ferguson was tested for the virus and placed in isolation after complaining of a sore throat. The scare followed Australian paceman Kane Richardson being isolated and tested for COVID-19 after suffering a sore throat on Thursday. He missed the opening ODI, but was cleared of the virus late Friday.

New Zealand abandon Australia cricket tour after new travel measures

A person in New Zealand confirmed to have been infected was revealed on Friday to have attended a rock concert packed with thousands of other people.

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Health authorities said the man in his 30s, who is the partner of a woman who was confirmed to have COVID-19 this week, attended the Tool concert at Spark Arena in Auckland on February 28.

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The rock concert in New Zealand's largest city was packed to capacity for two days last week.

"He was in the general admission standing area in the front left-hand quadrant," Ministry of Health director-general of health Dr Ashley Bloomfield said at a news conference. "We encourage people who were in the general admission standing area to be aware of symptoms of COVID-19."

Bloomfield said the risk is low for all others who attended this concert. The man has been isolated at home since Wednesday.

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The man and his partner had recently arrived back in the country from northern Italy.

New Zealand so far has four confirmed cases of SARS-CoV-2, a much smaller number than Australia, where 60 cases have been recorded and two elderly people have died of complications from the virus.

New Zealand has extended its travel restrictions for people arriving from China and Iran, to contain the outbreak of the virus.

The virus emerged in China late last year and has now spread to more than 80 countries, leading to travel and other restrictions. It has killed more than 3,300 people and infected over 96,500 people.

A person in New Zealand confirmed to have been infected was revealed on Friday to have attended a rock concert packed with thousands of other people. Also read: Amid coronavirus concerns, Chinese robotic arm may help save lives Health authorities said the man in his 30s, who is the partner of a woman who was confirmed to have COVID-19 this week, attended the Tool concert at Spark Arena in Auckland on February 28.

A person in New Zealand confirmed to have been infected was revealed on Friday to have attended a rock concert packed with thousands of other people. Also read: Amid coronavirus concerns, Chinese robotic arm may help save lives Health authorities said the man in his 30s, who is the partner of a woman who was confirmed to have COVID-19 this week, attended the Tool concert at Spark Arena in Auckland on February 28. Also read: Japan to quarantine visitors from China, South Korea over virus The rock concert in New Zealand's largest city was packed to capacity for two days last week. "He was in the general admission standing area in the front left-hand quadrant," Ministry of Health director-general of health Dr Ashley Bloomfield said at a news conference. "We encourage people who were in the general admission standing area to be aware of symptoms of COVID-19." Bloomfield said the risk is low for all others who attended this concert. The man has been isolated at home since Wednesday. The man and his partner had recently arrived back in the country from northern Italy. New Zealand so far has four confirmed cases of SARS-CoV-2, a much smaller number than Australia, where 60 cases have been recorded and two elderly people have died of complications from the virus. New Zealand has extended its travel restrictions for people arriving from China and Iran, to contain the outbreak of the virus. The virus emerged in China late last year and has now spread to more than 80 countries, leading to travel and other restrictions. It has killed more than 3,300 people and infected over 96,500 people.

New Zealand man with coronavirus attended packed rock concert in Auckland, health authorities say

Does Polly want a cracker? That all depends on statistics.

Parrots can learn to choose based on probability, making them the first animal outside of the great ape family that uses statistical modelling in their decision-making process, researchers said Tuesday.

Wildlife experts taught six kea, a species of large parrot native to New Zealand renowned for their intelligence, to play a variation of a game designed to test their statistical understanding.

The birds -- Blofeld, Bruce, Loki, Neo, Plankton and Taz -- were trained to associate black tokens with a food reward and orange pegs with none.&nbsp;

During early tests, they used their beaks to pick up the black tokens and were given a treat.&nbsp;

The researchers then displayed the pegs in clear jars, with differing ratios of black and orange, picked up one token from each and concealed them in their palms, before offering them to the birds.

The kea preferred tokens from the jars that had a relatively higher proportion of black to orange tokens, showing that they were playing the percentages.&nbsp;

In addition, the kea showed a clear preference towards researchers who had previously demonstrated a "bias" towards picking more black tokens than orange.&nbsp;

"We always knew that they seemed quite intelligent, so we weren’t too surprised to find that they could understand probabilities," said Amalia Bastos, research assistant at the University of Auckland's School of Psychology.

"What was most surprising is that they can integrate social or physical information into their probabilistic judgements," she told AFP.

Bastos and her research team aren't currently sure what evolutionary advantage is bestowed by the ability to recognise probability.&nbsp;

But the trait was long thought to be the reserve of intelligent primates and humans, and shows the kea and possibly its relatives may not be so bird-brained, after all.

"Kea have the boldest personalities of all the bird species I have ever met," said Bastos.&nbsp;

"Each individual has their own quirky preferences and idiosyncrasies that we learn about when we work with them. They are curious and not at all shy, making them very easy to work with.&nbsp;

"They have definitely outsmarted me on more than one occasion," she added.

Does Polly want a cracker? That all depends on statistics. Parrots can learn to choose based on probability, making them the first animal outside of the great ape family that uses statistical modelling in their decision-making process, researchers said Tuesday.

Does Polly want a cracker? That all depends on statistics. Parrots can learn to choose based on probability, making them the first animal outside of the great ape family that uses statistical modelling in their decision-making process, researchers said Tuesday. Wildlife experts taught six kea, a species of large parrot native to New Zealand renowned for their intelligence, to play a variation of a game designed to test their statistical understanding. The birds -- Blofeld, Bruce, Loki, Neo, Plankton and Taz -- were trained to associate black tokens with a food reward and orange pegs with none. During early tests, they used their beaks to pick up the black tokens and were given a treat. The researchers then displayed the pegs in clear jars, with differing ratios of black and orange, picked up one token from each and concealed them in their palms, before offering them to the birds. The kea preferred tokens from the jars that had a relatively higher proportion of black to orange tokens, showing that they were playing the percentages. In addition, the kea showed a clear preference towards researchers who had previously demonstrated a "bias" towards picking more black tokens than orange. "We always knew that they seemed quite intelligent, so we weren’t too surprised to find that they could understand probabilities," said Amalia Bastos, research assistant at the University of Auckland's School of Psychology. "What was most surprising is that they can integrate social or physical information into their probabilistic judgements," she told AFP. Bastos and her research team aren't currently sure what evolutionary advantage is bestowed by the ability to recognise probability. But the trait was long thought to be the reserve of intelligent primates and humans, and shows the kea and possibly its relatives may not be so bird-brained, after all. "Kea have the boldest personalities of all the bird species I have ever met," said Bastos. "Each individual has their own quirky preferences and idiosyncrasies that we learn about when we work with them. They are curious and not at all shy, making them very easy to work with. "They have definitely outsmarted me on more than one occasion," she added.

Parrots get probability, use stats to make choices: Study

New Zealand whitewash India yet again but this time in the two-match Test series. Kiwi seal 7 wickets win over India on the third&nbsp;day of the five-day Test match at Hagley Oval, Christchurch.&nbsp;

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New Zealand's were consistent with their bat and bowl. India was bowled out on 242 runs in the first innings after half-centuries by Prithvi Shaw, Cheteshwar Pujara and Hanuma Vihari. New Zealand's new pacer spearhead Kyle Jamieson took his first 5-wicket haul in his Test career for the Blackcaps (5/45).&nbsp;

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In reply, New Zealand was bowled out on 235 runs handing 7 runs lead to India. Tom Latham scored 52 runs for the Kiwis and Kyle Jamieson shined with the bat too, after scoring 49 runs.&nbsp;

India failed to capitalise on the lead in the second innings and lost wickets in quick succession. They were bowled out on 124 runs. Pacer duo Boult and Southee scalped 7 wickets to shatter Indian hopes of a series equaliser setting the target of 132 runs.&nbsp;

Kiwi opener Tom Latham and Tom Blundell set 103-runs stand, almost winning the game for New Zealand. Latham scored 52 runs whereas Blundell scored 55 runs. Henry Nicholls hit the winning runs in the second session of the fourth day. New Zealand scored 132/3 in 36 overs.&nbsp;

Captains winning most Tests after opting to field: 
13 G Smith (19 Tests) 
11 S Waugh (11) 
10 C Lloyd (17) 
09 K Williamson (13)*

Virat Kohli poor run continues as the Indian skipper scored just 17 runs in two innings.&nbsp;

The tour has been more of an eye-opener for the Indian side, they began the visit with a 5-0 win over Kiwis in T20 series. But they were on the back foot after a 3-0 loss to Black Caps in the ODI series and now a 2-0 loss in the Test series.&nbsp;

Kyle Jamieson was adjudged as the Player of the Match after his prolific performance both with the bat and bowl, whereas, Tim Southee was declared the Player of the Series after taking 14 wickets. &nbsp;

New Zealand whitewash India yet again but this time in the two-match Test series. Kiwi seal 7 wickets win over India on the third day of the five-day Test match at Hagley Oval, Christchurch.

New Zealand whitewash India yet again but this time in the two-match Test series. Kiwi seal 7 wickets win over India on the third day of the five-day Test match at Hagley Oval, Christchurch. Also read: New Zealand hand 10-wickets defeat to India, registers 100th Test victory New Zealand's were consistent with their bat and bowl. India was bowled out on 242 runs in the first innings after half-centuries by Prithvi Shaw, Cheteshwar Pujara and Hanuma Vihari. New Zealand's new pacer spearhead Kyle Jamieson took his first 5-wicket haul in his Test career for the Blackcaps (5/45). Also read: ICC Test rankings: Virat Kohli loses number one rank after poor form In reply, New Zealand was bowled out on 235 runs handing 7 runs lead to India. Tom Latham scored 52 runs for the Kiwis and Kyle Jamieson shined with the bat too, after scoring 49 runs. India failed to capitalise on the lead in the second innings and lost wickets in quick succession. They were bowled out on 124 runs. Pacer duo Boult and Southee scalped 7 wickets to shatter Indian hopes of a series equaliser setting the target of 132 runs. Kiwi opener Tom Latham and Tom Blundell set 103-runs stand, almost winning the game for New Zealand. Latham scored 52 runs whereas Blundell scored 55 runs. Henry Nicholls hit the winning runs in the second session of the fourth day. New Zealand scored 132/3 in 36 overs. Captains winning most Tests after opting to field: 13 G Smith (19 Tests) 11 S Waugh (11) 10 C Lloyd (17) 09 K Williamson (13)* Virat Kohli poor run continues as the Indian skipper scored just 17 runs in two innings. The tour has been more of an eye-opener for the Indian side, they began the visit with a 5-0 win over Kiwis in T20 series. But they were on the back foot after a 3-0 loss to Black Caps in the ODI series and now a 2-0 loss in the Test series. Kyle Jamieson was adjudged as the Player of the Match after his prolific performance both with the bat and bowl, whereas, Tim Southee was declared the Player of the Series after taking 14 wickets.

New Zealand beat India by 7 wickets, tour ends with consecutive whitewash

New Zealand's health ministry on Friday confirmed the country's first case of <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/coronavirus-could-get-out-of-control-if-affected-countries-dont-move-swiftly-warns-who-283185">coronavirus </a>in a person who recently returned from Iran.

The person, who is in their 60s, tested positive in results that were formally reported earlier in the day, the ministry said in a statement.

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"Although we have our first case of <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/coronavirus-could-get-out-of-control-if-affected-countries-dont-move-swiftly-warns-who-283185">COVID-19</a>, the chances of community outbreak remain low," it said in a statement.

The patient is being treated in Auckland City Hospital and is in improving condition, the statement added.

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The virus has so far caused nearly 80,000 infections and almost 2,800 deaths, according to official Chinese figures.

It has spread to another 46 countries, where about 3,700 cases and 57 deaths have been reported, according to the World Health Organisation.

New Zealand's health ministry on Friday confirmed the country's first case of coronavirus in a person who recently returned from Iran. The person, who is in their 60s, tested positive in results that were formally reported earlier in the day, the ministry said in a statement.

New Zealand's health ministry on Friday confirmed the country's first case of coronavirus in a person who recently returned from Iran. The person, who is in their 60s, tested positive in results that were formally reported earlier in the day, the ministry said in a statement. Also read: Prominent cleric dies as coronavirus death toll rises to 26 in Iran "Although we have our first case of COVID-19, the chances of community outbreak remain low," it said in a statement. The patient is being treated in Auckland City Hospital and is in improving condition, the statement added. Also read: Coronavirus could 'get out of control' if affected countries don't move swiftly, warns WHO The virus has so far caused nearly 80,000 infections and almost 2,800 deaths, according to official Chinese figures. It has spread to another 46 countries, where about 3,700 cases and 57 deaths have been reported, according to the World Health Organisation.

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Coronavirus continued to spread to new countries with New Zealand, Belarus and Nigeria confirming their first case as the World Health Organization warns that coronavirus has a pandemic potential

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Neil Wagner is set to make a comeback against India in the second and final Test of the series after brief paternity leave. He will be replacing Matt Henry.&nbsp;

Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/new-zealand-hand-10-wickets-defeat-to-india-registers-100th-test-victory-282244" hreflang="en">New Zealand hand 10-wickets defeat to India, registers 100th Test victory</a>

After Kyle Jamieson's stellar performance with both bat and ball in the first Test has cemented his place in the playing XI. Jamieson was called in to fill Wagner's position during his absence. Due to this New Zealand selectors are in trouble regarding the players for the next Test match, but Kiwis coach Gary Stead has indicated that Wagner will be playing the next Test.&nbsp;

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According to Neil Wagner: "Yeah, that's always good selection dilemmas to have, Neil Wagner will come back and he's been a force in our team for a long time, and Kyle Jamieson made the most of his debut, and the way he played, I thought, was outstanding as well, did a really good job for us."

Gary Stead was asked if Jamieson will continue and Wagner gets more time with his new-born baby.&nbsp;

Stead replied: "You always think about those things, but I think Neil Wagner, it was pretty hard missing one Test let alone two Tests, so no, he'll be back with us without a doubt."

India is set to face New Zealand in the second and final Test match at Hagley Oval. Hagley Oval is traditionally favoured by pace bowlers so Wagner's bowling could trouble the Indian batsmen.&nbsp;

India will be eyeing a win in the do or die fixture to draw the series.&nbsp; 
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Neil Wagner is set to make a comeback against India in the second and final Test of the series after brief paternity leave. He will be replacing Matt Henry. Also read: New Zealand hand 10-wickets defeat to India, registers 100th Test victory After Kyle Jamieson's stellar performance with both bat and ball in the first Test has cemented his place in the playing XI.

Neil Wagner is set to make a comeback against India in the second and final Test of the series after brief paternity leave. He will be replacing Matt Henry. Also read: New Zealand hand 10-wickets defeat to India, registers 100th Test victory After Kyle Jamieson's stellar performance with both bat and ball in the first Test has cemented his place in the playing XI. Jamieson was called in to fill Wagner's position during his absence. Due to this New Zealand selectors are in trouble regarding the players for the next Test match, but Kiwis coach Gary Stead has indicated that Wagner will be playing the next Test. Also see: 1st Test, Day 1: New Zealand debutante Jamieson tears into Virat's India According to Neil Wagner: "Yeah, that's always good selection dilemmas to have, Neil Wagner will come back and he's been a force in our team for a long time, and Kyle Jamieson made the most of his debut, and the way he played, I thought, was outstanding as well, did a really good job for us." Gary Stead was asked if Jamieson will continue and Wagner gets more time with his new-born baby. Stead replied: "You always think about those things, but I think Neil Wagner, it was pretty hard missing one Test let alone two Tests, so no, he'll be back with us without a doubt." India is set to face New Zealand in the second and final Test match at Hagley Oval. Hagley Oval is traditionally favoured by pace bowlers so Wagner's bowling could trouble the Indian batsmen. India will be eyeing a win in the do or die fixture to draw the series.

Neil Wagner set to comeback for second Test against India, leaves NZ selectors in dilemma

India's peril in the New Zealand tour continues as the visiting team faced another defeat after New Zealand beat India by 10 wickets on Day 4 of the first Test in&nbsp;the two-Test match series at Basin Reserve, Wellington. This was New Zealand's 100th Test win.

Also see:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/1st-test-day-1-new-zealand-debutante-jamieson-tears-into-virats-india-281941" hreflang="en">1st Test, Day 1: New Zealand debutante Jamieson tears into Virat's India</a>&nbsp;

New Zealand now leads the two-match series 1-0 against the Indian team. Kiwi skipper Kane Williamson won the toss and chose to bowl first. India had a disappointing first inning after they were bowled out on 165 runs on Day 2. New Zealand smashed 348 runs to take 183 runs to lead over India. Kyle Jamieson was the star in the first innings as an all-round performance by the young gun played a major role in the win, he scalped four wickets and hit 44 runs for the Kiwis.&nbsp;

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India had another disappointing inning with the bat, Mayank Agarwal scored (58 runs) the most runs for the team in the second innings. Pacer duo Tim Southee and Trent Boult took match-winning 9 wickets in the second innings.&nbsp;

New Zealand just needed 9 runs to win when they got down to bat for the second innings, Tom Latham and Tom Blundell scored 7 (not out) and 2 (not out) respectively to win it for New Zealand on Day 4. Tim Southee was adjudged the 'Man of the Match' as he took 9 wickets in the game (4 wickets in first innings and 5 wickets in the second innings).

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Virat Kohli's side was handed their first-ever defeat in the World Test Championship, they will be eyeing to draw the series in the next and final Test against the Kiwis. The match will take place on February 29 at Hagley Oval, Christchurch.&nbsp;

India's peril in the New Zealand tour continues as the visiting team faced another defeat after New Zealand beat India by 10 wickets on Day 4 of the first Test in the two-Test match series at Basin Reserve, Wellington.

India's peril in the New Zealand tour continues as the visiting team faced another defeat after New Zealand beat India by 10 wickets on Day 4 of the first Test in the two-Test match series at Basin Reserve, Wellington. This was New Zealand's 100th Test win. Also see: 1st Test, Day 1: New Zealand debutante Jamieson tears into Virat's India New Zealand now leads the two-match series 1-0 against the Indian team. Kiwi skipper Kane Williamson won the toss and chose to bowl first. India had a disappointing first inning after they were bowled out on 165 runs on Day 2. New Zealand smashed 348 runs to take 183 runs to lead over India. Kyle Jamieson was the star in the first innings as an all-round performance by the young gun played a major role in the win, he scalped four wickets and hit 44 runs for the Kiwis. The 10-wicket loss was 🇮🇳's first defeat in the ICC World Test Championship 🏆 #NZvIND pic.twitter.com/FletOSBASs — ICC (@ICC) February 24, 2020 × India had another disappointing inning with the bat, Mayank Agarwal scored (58 runs) the most runs for the team in the second innings. Pacer duo Tim Southee and Trent Boult took match-winning 9 wickets in the second innings. New Zealand just needed 9 runs to win when they got down to bat for the second innings, Tom Latham and Tom Blundell scored 7 (not out) and 2 (not out) respectively to win it for New Zealand on Day 4. Tim Southee was adjudged the 'Man of the Match' as he took 9 wickets in the game (4 wickets in first innings and 5 wickets in the second innings). Blundell and Latham knock off the runs to give New Zealand their 💯th Test win! 🎉 👏 A great all-round performance by the hosts to take a 1-0 series lead 🏆 #NZvIND pic.twitter.com/Rab1LpS8P1 — ICC (@ICC) February 24, 2020 × Virat Kohli's side was handed their first-ever defeat in the World Test Championship, they will be eyeing to draw the series in the next and final Test against the Kiwis. The match will take place on February 29 at Hagley Oval, Christchurch.

New Zealand hand 10-wickets defeat to India, registers 100th Test victory

India's tour of New Zealand has come to its final stage, as both heavyweights have outclassed each other in the T20I and ODI series respectively.&nbsp;

India won 5-0 in the five-match T20 series against the hosts, later Kiwis returned the favour by handing India a whitewash in ODI series after 31 years.&nbsp;

The first Test is set to begin tomorrow at Basin Reserve, Wellington. The match will begin on February 21 and will go on till February 25.&nbsp;

India will be looking to bounce back after a humiliating series defeat in ODI series, whereas New Zealand will hope to maintain their confidence after successive victories.&nbsp;

India currently tops the ICC Test rankings, whereas New Zealand is fourth and last time they met, Men in Blue defeated Black Caps on their home turf in the two-match Test series (1-0).&nbsp;

Virat and Co. top the ICC World Test Championship points table with 360 points after winning all 7 Test matches.&nbsp;

India has been on a hot streak winning Test matches by an innings four consecutive times in the past year.

New Zealand was beaten in the Test series earlier this year by Australia (3-0).&nbsp;

India could play Rishabh Pant after his stunning performance in the practice match against New Zealand XI, whereas, Matt Henry will replace Neil Wagner.&nbsp;

Shubman Gill's chances to make it in the playing XI look slim after under-performing in the practice match.&nbsp;

Squads:&nbsp; 
India: Prithvi Shaw, Mayank Agarwal, Cheteshwar Pujara, Virat Kohli(c), Ajinkya Rahane, Ravindra Jadeja, Wriddhiman Saha(w), Ravichandran Ashwin, Umesh Yadav, Ishant Sharma, Mohammed Shami, Hanuma Vihari, Jasprit Bumrah, Navdeep Saini, Rishabh Pant, Shubman Gill

New Zealand: Tom Latham, Tom Blundell, Kane Williamson(captain), Ross Taylor, Henry Nicholls, BJ Watling(wicket), Colin de Grandhomme, Kyle Jamieson, Tim Southee, Trent Boult, Ajaz Patel, Daryl Mitchell, Matt Henry

India's tour of New Zealand has come to its final stage, as both heavyweights have outclassed each other in the T20I and ODI series respectively. India won 5-0 in the five-match T20 series against the hosts, later Kiwis returned the favour by handing India a whitewash in ODI series after 31 years.

India's tour of New Zealand has come to its final stage, as both heavyweights have outclassed each other in the T20I and ODI series respectively. India won 5-0 in the five-match T20 series against the hosts, later Kiwis returned the favour by handing India a whitewash in ODI series after 31 years. The first Test is set to begin tomorrow at Basin Reserve, Wellington. The match will begin on February 21 and will go on till February 25. India will be looking to bounce back after a humiliating series defeat in ODI series, whereas New Zealand will hope to maintain their confidence after successive victories. India currently tops the ICC Test rankings, whereas New Zealand is fourth and last time they met, Men in Blue defeated Black Caps on their home turf in the two-match Test series (1-0). Virat and Co. top the ICC World Test Championship points table with 360 points after winning all 7 Test matches. India has been on a hot streak winning Test matches by an innings four consecutive times in the past year. New Zealand was beaten in the Test series earlier this year by Australia (3-0). India could play Rishabh Pant after his stunning performance in the practice match against New Zealand XI, whereas, Matt Henry will replace Neil Wagner. Shubman Gill's chances to make it in the playing XI look slim after under-performing in the practice match. Squads: India: Prithvi Shaw, Mayank Agarwal, Cheteshwar Pujara, Virat Kohli(c), Ajinkya Rahane, Ravindra Jadeja, Wriddhiman Saha(w), Ravichandran Ashwin, Umesh Yadav, Ishant Sharma, Mohammed Shami, Hanuma Vihari, Jasprit Bumrah, Navdeep Saini, Rishabh Pant, Shubman Gill New Zealand: Tom Latham, Tom Blundell, Kane Williamson(captain), Ross Taylor, Henry Nicholls, BJ Watling(wicket), Colin de Grandhomme, Kyle Jamieson, Tim Southee, Trent Boult, Ajaz Patel, Daryl Mitchell, Matt Henry

Virat's India on 'test' against Williamson's resurgent New Zealand at Wellington

People with a a long history of offences have structurally smaller and thinner brains according to a study published in the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/eat-lancet-diet-unaffordable-for-158-billion-people-study-260880">Lancet psychiatry journal.</a>

Long-term offenders show striking differences in brain structure compared with those who have a clean track record.

Researchers from the University College of London conducted the study on 672 people from <a href="https://www.wionews.com/opinions/new-zealand-massacre-lack-of-racial-empathy-a-major-cause-of-concern-for-asians-204023">New Zealand</a>.

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Detailed records of participants’ anti-social behaviour were collected at regular intervals from the age of seven up until the age of 26 .&nbsp;

The brains of the participants were scanned when they were 45 years old.

The participants were split into three groups based on their history of <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/police-thwart-climate-activists-drone-bid-to-close-heathrow-249469">anti-social behaviour</a>.

Out of these,&nbsp;441 showed little sign of such behaviour, 151 were only <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/police-thwart-climate-activists-drone-bid-to-close-heathrow-249469">anti-social</a> as adolescents and 80 displayed anti-social behaviour from childhood onwards.

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Researchers found brain scans of adults who had a long history of offending showed a smaller surface area in many regions of the brain compared with those with a clean track record.

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In photo: The average brain of a life-long criminal. Blue areas indicate which parts are smaller when comparing to someone who has never committed a crime.

They also had thinner grey matter in regions linked to regulation of emotions, motivation and control of behaviour which are aspects of behaviour they are known to have struggled with.&nbsp;

The team said that&nbsp;the findings remained even when other factors such as <a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/indian-child-prodigy-invited-to-join-high-iq-club-mensa-1930">Intelligence Quotient </a>and socio-economic status were taken into account.

The study claims that genetic and environmental factors such as childhood deprivation may have shaped their brains early in life and it is also possible that other factors such as smoking, alcohol or <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/celebrity-news-justin-bieber-opens-up-about-drug-abuse-it-was-legit-crazy-scary-278642">drug abuse</a> could have caused the brain changes.

Professor Terrie Moffitt who is the co-author of the research said the study helped to shed light on what may be behind the persistent anti-social behaviour of criminals.

According to Professor Terrie Moffitt, another co-author of the study, although these individuals have committed serious crimes but they need to be treated with compassion.

The team say the findings suggest more needs to be done to identify children who show signs of ongoing antisocial behaviour and to offer them or their parents support a move they say could reduce crime later on.

They claim the study provides a 'valuable' insight into what drives crime and how to prevent it happening.

People with a a long history of offences have structurally smaller and thinner brains according to a study published in the Lancet psychiatry journal. Long-term offenders show striking differences in brain structure compared with those who have a clean track record.

People with a a long history of offences have structurally smaller and thinner brains according to a study published in the Lancet psychiatry journal. Long-term offenders show striking differences in brain structure compared with those who have a clean track record. Researchers from the University College of London conducted the study on 672 people from New Zealand. Watch: Playing with your mind: Quadriplegic controls video game using brain Detailed records of participants’ anti-social behaviour were collected at regular intervals from the age of seven up until the age of 26 . The brains of the participants were scanned when they were 45 years old. The participants were split into three groups based on their history of anti-social behaviour. Out of these, 441 showed little sign of such behaviour, 151 were only anti-social as adolescents and 80 displayed anti-social behaviour from childhood onwards. Also read: Facebook may soon let you type directly from your brain Researchers found brain scans of adults who had a long history of offending showed a smaller surface area in many regions of the brain compared with those with a clean track record. In photo: The average brain of a life-long criminal. Blue areas indicate which parts are smaller when comparing to someone who has never committed a crime. They also had thinner grey matter in regions linked to regulation of emotions, motivation and control of behaviour which are aspects of behaviour they are known to have struggled with. The team said that the findings remained even when other factors such as Intelligence Quotient and socio-economic status were taken into account. The study claims that genetic and environmental factors such as childhood deprivation may have shaped their brains early in life and it is also possible that other factors such as smoking, alcohol or drug abuse could have caused the brain changes. Professor Terrie Moffitt who is the co-author of the research said the study helped to shed light on what may be behind the persistent anti-social behaviour of criminals. According to Professor Terrie Moffitt, another co-author of the study, although these individuals have committed serious crimes but they need to be treated with compassion. The team say the findings suggest more needs to be done to identify children who show signs of ongoing antisocial behaviour and to offer them or their parents support a move they say could reduce crime later on. They claim the study provides a 'valuable' insight into what drives crime and how to prevent it happening.

Long-term offenders have smaller and thinner brains: Study

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New Zealand's pace hit a massive speed-breaker after consistently losing wickets in the later stages of the play but still managed to get an above-par score by the end of the innings.&nbsp;

After New Zealand lost the toss, Martin Guptill and Henry Nicholls opened for the Kiwis and put up a 96 runs stand for the first wicket.

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Overs 31-40: 195/7 
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At one stage they were looking good at 142/1, aiming 300+ score, they lost 7 wickets in the next 55 runs. They set 274 as the target for the visiting side.

India's choice of bringing in Yuzvendra Chahal paid off as he scalped 3 wickets.&nbsp;

Henry Nicholls scored 41 runs off 59 balls, he was out after being lbw by Chahal.&nbsp;

Martin Guptill continued his good form on Eden Park, Auckland. He scored his first half-century in 11 matches. He smashed 79 runs until he was run-out after a wrong call by Ross Taylor.&nbsp;

After that Kiwis had a collapse of wickets after Guptill's dismissal.&nbsp;

Fall of wickets: 93-1 (Henry Nicholls, 16.5), 142-2 (Tom Blundell, 26.3), 157-3 (Martin Guptill, 29.2), 171-4 (Tom Latham, 33.1), 175-5 (James Neesham, 34.2), 185-6 (Colin de Grandhomme, 36.6), 187-7 (Mark Chapman, 37.4), 197-8 (Tim Southee, 41.3)

Ross Taylor helped Kiwis survive a scare and continued his good form after scoring a half-century (73 runs) and his quick-fire &nbsp;76 runs partnership with debutant Kyle Jamieson helped New Zealand power to 273.&nbsp;

India have yet again struggled to bowl out the lower order, after their last wicket (Tim Southee) which fell on 197/8, Kiwis managed to get highest 9th wicket partnership at Auckland.&nbsp;

Highest 9th wicket partnership at Auckland: 
76* R Taylor - K Jamieson v IND 2020 
54* G Larsen - C Pringle v AUS 1993 
35 C McMillan - D Vettori v AUS 2000

Most runs in IND-NZ (ODIs): 
1750 Sachin Tendulkar 
1373 Ross Taylor* 
1354 Virat Kohli 
1207 Nathan Astle 
1157 Virender Sehwag

India need 274 runs in 300 balls, with a required run-rate of 5.48.&nbsp;

New Zealand's pace hit a massive speed-breaker after consistently losing wickets in the later stages of the play but still managed to get an above-par score by the end of the innings.

New Zealand's pace hit a massive speed-breaker after consistently losing wickets in the later stages of the play but still managed to get an above-par score by the end of the innings. After New Zealand lost the toss, Martin Guptill and Henry Nicholls opened for the Kiwis and put up a 96 runs stand for the first wicket. Overs 1-10: 52/0 Overs 11-20: 108/1 Overs 21-30: 159/3 Overs 31-40: 195/7 Overs 41-50: 273/8 Ross Taylor's 73* after Guptill's 79 has helped 🇳🇿 to a fighting total despite Indian bowling brilliance in the middle overs.#NZvIND pic.twitter.com/HJW3KSRkPd — ICC (@ICC) February 8, 2020 × At one stage they were looking good at 142/1, aiming 300+ score, they lost 7 wickets in the next 55 runs. They set 274 as the target for the visiting side. India's choice of bringing in Yuzvendra Chahal paid off as he scalped 3 wickets. Henry Nicholls scored 41 runs off 59 balls, he was out after being lbw by Chahal. Martin Guptill continued his good form on Eden Park, Auckland. He scored his first half-century in 11 matches. He smashed 79 runs until he was run-out after a wrong call by Ross Taylor. After that Kiwis had a collapse of wickets after Guptill's dismissal. Fall of wickets: 93-1 (Henry Nicholls, 16.5), 142-2 (Tom Blundell, 26.3), 157-3 (Martin Guptill, 29.2), 171-4 (Tom Latham, 33.1), 175-5 (James Neesham, 34.2), 185-6 (Colin de Grandhomme, 36.6), 187-7 (Mark Chapman, 37.4), 197-8 (Tim Southee, 41.3) Ross Taylor helped Kiwis survive a scare and continued his good form after scoring a half-century (73 runs) and his quick-fire 76 runs partnership with debutant Kyle Jamieson helped New Zealand power to 273. India have yet again struggled to bowl out the lower order, after their last wicket (Tim Southee) which fell on 197/8, Kiwis managed to get highest 9th wicket partnership at Auckland. Highest 9th wicket partnership at Auckland: 76* R Taylor - K Jamieson v IND 2020 54* G Larsen - C Pringle v AUS 1993 35 C McMillan - D Vettori v AUS 2000 Most runs in IND-NZ (ODIs): 1750 Sachin Tendulkar 1373 Ross Taylor* 1354 Virat Kohli 1207 Nathan Astle 1157 Virender Sehwag India need 274 runs in 300 balls, with a required run-rate of 5.48.

India vs New Zealand 2nd ODI first innings: Kiwis survive scare after Ross-Kyle's 76 runs stand

New Zealand have clinched the ODI series against India after beating them in a nail-biting finish by 22 runs in the second ODI at Eden Park, Auckland.&nbsp;

Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/india-vs-new-zealand-2nd-odi-live-score-india-win-the-toss-opt-to-bowl-279311">Over-by-over coverage of the match</a>

After New Zealand lost the toss, Martin Guptill and Henry Nicholls opened for the Kiwis and put up a 96 runs stand for the first wicket.

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Martin Guptill continued his good form on Eden Park, Auckland. He scored his first half-century in 11 matches. He smashed 79 runs until he was run-out after a wrong call by Ross Taylor.&nbsp;

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After that Kiwis had a collapse of wickets after Guptill's dismissal.&nbsp;

Ross Taylor helped Kiwis survive a scare and continued his good form after scoring a half-century (73 runs) and his quick-fire &nbsp;76 runs partnership with debutant Kyle Jamieson helped New Zealand power to 273.&nbsp;

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India needed 274 in 50 overs, Prithvi Shaw and Mayank Agarwal opened for the Men in Blue.&nbsp;

Indian batsmen failed to get a consistent good partnership. All batsmen except Shreyas Iyer (52 runs) and Ravindra Jadeja (55 runs) could not perform well with the bat. Despite Jadeja and Navdeep Saini's 50 runs partnership and brilliant bowling performance by the Indian team in the middle overs, still, they could not capitalise over their weakness. India scored 251/10.&nbsp;

Navdeep Saini's brave 45 runs had put the Kiwis in pressure.&nbsp;

Debutant Kyle Jamieson shines on his debut. He took Prithvi Shaw and Navdeep Saini's wicket who was looking explosive with his bat. He took two wickets against India.&nbsp;

Tim Southee continued his good run, he took 2 wickets and became the most successful bowler against Virat Kohli. He has dismissed Kohli 9 times across all formats.&nbsp;

Colin de Grandhomme and Hamish Bennett took two wickets each.&nbsp;

James Neesham took the final wicket (Jadeja - 55 runs) and sealed the series for the Kiwis.&nbsp;

New Zealand beat India in the three-match series by 2-0.&nbsp;

Debutant Kyle Jamieson won the man of the match.&nbsp;

 
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New Zealand have clinched the ODI series against India after beating them in a nail-biting finish by 22 runs in the second ODI at Eden Park, Auckland. Also read: Over-by-over coverage of the match After New Zealand lost the toss, Martin Guptill and Henry Nicholls opened for the Kiwis and put up a 96 runs stand for the first wicket.

New Zealand have clinched the ODI series against India after beating them in a nail-biting finish by 22 runs in the second ODI at Eden Park, Auckland. Also read: Over-by-over coverage of the match After New Zealand lost the toss, Martin Guptill and Henry Nicholls opened for the Kiwis and put up a 96 runs stand for the first wicket. Also read: India vs New Zealand 2nd ODI first innings: Kiwis survive scare after Ross-Kyle's 76 runs stand Martin Guptill continued his good form on Eden Park, Auckland. He scored his first half-century in 11 matches. He smashed 79 runs until he was run-out after a wrong call by Ross Taylor. 💪#NZvIND pic.twitter.com/UrvDbMjTu0 — ICC (@ICC) February 8, 2020 × After that Kiwis had a collapse of wickets after Guptill's dismissal. Ross Taylor helped Kiwis survive a scare and continued his good form after scoring a half-century (73 runs) and his quick-fire 76 runs partnership with debutant Kyle Jamieson helped New Zealand power to 273. India have yet again struggled to bowl out the lower order, after their last wicket (Tim Southee) which fell on 197/8, Kiwis managed to get highest 9th wicket partnership at Auckland. A tight #NZvIND contest, a run out right at the death, and Ravindra Jadeja falling just short of pulling off a miracle... Stop us if you've heard this one before 😉 pic.twitter.com/Pw4LM8qFcI — ICC (@ICC) February 8, 2020 × India needed 274 in 50 overs, Prithvi Shaw and Mayank Agarwal opened for the Men in Blue. Indian batsmen failed to get a consistent good partnership. All batsmen except Shreyas Iyer (52 runs) and Ravindra Jadeja (55 runs) could not perform well with the bat. Despite Jadeja and Navdeep Saini's 50 runs partnership and brilliant bowling performance by the Indian team in the middle overs, still, they could not capitalise over their weakness. India scored 251/10. Navdeep Saini's brave 45 runs had put the Kiwis in pressure. Debutant Kyle Jamieson shines on his debut. He took Prithvi Shaw and Navdeep Saini's wicket who was looking explosive with his bat. He took two wickets against India. Tim Southee continued his good run, he took 2 wickets and became the most successful bowler against Virat Kohli. He has dismissed Kohli 9 times across all formats. Colin de Grandhomme and Hamish Bennett took two wickets each. James Neesham took the final wicket (Jadeja - 55 runs) and sealed the series for the Kiwis. New Zealand beat India in the three-match series by 2-0. Debutant Kyle Jamieson won the man of the match.

New Zealand vs India, 2nd ODI: New Zealand seal the series after beating India by 22 runs

Flying taxis that were for long thought to be a futuristic pursuit of science fiction might finally be taking flight.

Wisk, a joint venture between Boeing and Kitty Hawk, has signed an MoU (memorandum of understanding) with the New Zealand government to allow trails of its electric aircraft Cora, with passengers inside!

Based on the information received by Engadget, the pilot trials are slated to begin in the Canterbury region of New Zealand very soon, although no date has been finalised yet.&nbsp;

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Kitty Hawk was formed in 2016. A secret for a long time, the company received the support of Google co-founder Larry Page. With the help of Sebastian Thrun, a Stanford AI expert responsible for Google's self-driving cars, the company created Cora, the two seated aircraft.

Katty Hawk, in 2018 announced plans to team up with Air New Zealand in preparation of the world's first autonomous air taxi service. However, with no manufacturing partner, the Hawk partnered with Boeing. This birthed Wisk in 2019.

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Envisioned to work on the app model already put in place by Uber and other online cab app-based services.&nbsp;

Once in place, the flying taxi would be called via an app and flown on auto-pilot and human pilot modes intermittently.

Uber is also in the league of flying taxis, with its ''Elevate'' programme in the works. Germany's ''Volocopter'' has also made grand promises about its own brand of flying cabs. However, owing to the risks associated with the new tech, governments are hesitant to allow operations.

If Wisk trials succeed, flying taxis could become a reality!

Flying taxis that were for long thought to be a futuristic pursuit of science fiction might finally be taking flight. Wisk, a joint venture between Boeing and Kitty Hawk, has signed an MoU (memorandum of understanding) with the New Zealand government to allow trails of its electric aircraft Cora, with passengers inside!

Flying taxis that were for long thought to be a futuristic pursuit of science fiction might finally be taking flight. Wisk, a joint venture between Boeing and Kitty Hawk, has signed an MoU (memorandum of understanding) with the New Zealand government to allow trails of its electric aircraft Cora, with passengers inside! Based on the information received by Engadget, the pilot trials are slated to begin in the Canterbury region of New Zealand very soon, although no date has been finalised yet. The Bell Nexus concept vehicle is shown at the Uber Elevate Summit June 12, 2019 in Washington, DC, one of the vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) vehicles or flying cars that will be part of Uber’s fleet for aerial ride sharing | AFP Kitty Hawk was formed in 2016. A secret for a long time, the company received the support of Google co-founder Larry Page. With the help of Sebastian Thrun, a Stanford AI expert responsible for Google's self-driving cars, the company created Cora, the two seated aircraft. Katty Hawk, in 2018 announced plans to team up with Air New Zealand in preparation of the world's first autonomous air taxi service. However, with no manufacturing partner, the Hawk partnered with Boeing. This birthed Wisk in 2019. Envisioned to work on the app model already put in place by Uber and other online cab app-based services. Once in place, the flying taxi would be called via an app and flown on auto-pilot and human pilot modes intermittently. Uber is also in the league of flying taxis, with its ''Elevate'' programme in the works. Germany's ''Volocopter'' has also made grand promises about its own brand of flying cabs. However, owing to the risks associated with the new tech, governments are hesitant to allow operations. If Wisk trials succeed, flying taxis could become a reality!

'Cora': Autonomous flying taxi to begin trials in New Zealand

Severe flooding forced thousands of residents in New Zealand's South Island to flee their homes on Wednesday and left hundreds of tourists stranded at the remote Milford Sound beauty spot.

The Southland region declared a state of emergency after being deluged with more than 1,000 mm of rainfall in 60 hours, triggering landslides on major roads and causing rivers to burst their banks.

Authorities told residents in the low-lying areas of Gore and Mataura to evacuate immediately early on Wednesday as floodwaters in the Mataura river peaked, warning those further downstream in Wyndham to prepare to leave.

"We have issued notices to evacuate and to prepare to evacuate to 6,000 people across the region," an Emergency Management Southland (EMS) spokeswoman told AFP.

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Residents were advised to grab medication, clothing and identification documents, then head to higher ground.

Power to affected areas was cut off as a precaution and evacuation centres were set up in local churches and schools.

Floodwaters washed away sections of the only road to Milford Sound, a popular hiking spot for international tourists, and EMS said almost 200 people were being airlifted to nearby Te Anau.

"The tourists... have been well catered for," it said.

"Morale has been high amongst the visitors and staff, as they received regular briefings and have been in contact with friends and family."

Only two minor injuries have been reported after a landslide hit a hut on the Routeburn walking track, with both people receiving treatment at the scene.

Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/latest-world-news-foreigners-from-china-barred-entry-to-new-zealand-travel-ban-to-last-a-fortnight-278102">Foreigners from China barred entry to New Zealand; travel ban to last fortnight</a>

Severe flooding forced thousands of residents in New Zealand's South Island to flee their homes on Wednesday and left hundreds of tourists stranded at the remote Milford Sound beauty spot.

Severe flooding forced thousands of residents in New Zealand's South Island to flee their homes on Wednesday and left hundreds of tourists stranded at the remote Milford Sound beauty spot. The Southland region declared a state of emergency after being deluged with more than 1,000 mm of rainfall in 60 hours, triggering landslides on major roads and causing rivers to burst their banks. Authorities told residents in the low-lying areas of Gore and Mataura to evacuate immediately early on Wednesday as floodwaters in the Mataura river peaked, warning those further downstream in Wyndham to prepare to leave. "We have issued notices to evacuate and to prepare to evacuate to 6,000 people across the region," an Emergency Management Southland (EMS) spokeswoman told AFP. This handout picture taken on February 3, 2020 and released by the New Zealand Transport Agency shows a main highway devastated by the flood after severe flooding near Mataura in New Zealand's South Island Residents were advised to grab medication, clothing and identification documents, then head to higher ground. Power to affected areas was cut off as a precaution and evacuation centres were set up in local churches and schools. Floodwaters washed away sections of the only road to Milford Sound, a popular hiking spot for international tourists, and EMS said almost 200 people were being airlifted to nearby Te Anau. "The tourists... have been well catered for," it said. "Morale has been high amongst the visitors and staff, as they received regular briefings and have been in contact with friends and family." Only two minor injuries have been reported after a landslide hit a hut on the Routeburn walking track, with both people receiving treatment at the scene. Also read: Foreigners from China barred entry to New Zealand; travel ban to last fortnight

Flooding in New Zealand, thousands flee their homes

New Zealand&nbsp;get their first win of the tour against India, they beat the visitors by 4 wickets. The Blackcaps chased India's mammoth score (347 runs) with 11 balls to spare.&nbsp;

Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/india-vs-new-zealand-1st-odi-live-score-new-zealand-win-the-toss-and-opt-to-bowl-278611">Over-by-over play of India versus New Zealand's first ODI</a>

India began their first ODI match with a change in the opening pair, many people were surprised when Indian Skipper Virat Kohli decided to send Mayank Agarwal along Prithvi Shaw, instead of KL Rahul.&nbsp;

The opening pair were debuting for India. They had a decent opening partnership of 50 runs until Prithvi Shaw got out (20 runs off 21 balls). He was followed by Mayank Agarwal, who scored 32 runs off 31 balls.

Virat Kohli and Shreyas Iyer took the team forward and had a 102 runs partnership. Virat scored 51 runs, whereas Shreyas Iyer scored his maiden ODI century for team India. He scored 103 runs in 107 balls.&nbsp;

Lokesh Rahul's sublime form continues as his quick 88 runs and Kedhar Jadhav's cameo (26 runs in 15 balls) helped India pose a good score of 347 runs.&nbsp;

In reply the Kiwis came down to bat with Henry Nicholls and Martin Guptill, New Zealand started off well as the opening pair added 85 runs to the wicket.&nbsp;

Henry Nicholls scored 78 runs in 82 balls. Tom Blundell had a disappointing debut match, he scored just 9 runs off 10 balls.&nbsp;

Ross Taylor and New Zealand skipper Tom Latham's partnership shattered Indian hopes of continues dominance in the tour. They added 131 runs partnership for the team.&nbsp;

Ross Taylor scored his 21st ODI century in the match. This was his 12th in New Zealand, 3rd against India and 4th in Seddon Park, Hamilton.&nbsp;

Kiwi skipper Tom Latham ensured that his role as a skipper was given to him for a reason, he scored 69 runs off 48 balls which included 8 fours and 2 sixes.&nbsp;

Ross Taylor has been judged the 'Man of the Match' after his performance versus India today.&nbsp;

New Zealand lead three-ODI match series against India (1-0).&nbsp;

They next meet in Auckland on February 8.&nbsp;

New Zealand get their first win of the tour against India, they beat the visitors by 4 wickets. The Blackcaps chased India's mammoth score (347 runs) with 11 balls to spare.

New Zealand get their first win of the tour against India, they beat the visitors by 4 wickets. The Blackcaps chased India's mammoth score (347 runs) with 11 balls to spare. Also read: Over-by-over play of India versus New Zealand's first ODI India began their first ODI match with a change in the opening pair, many people were surprised when Indian Skipper Virat Kohli decided to send Mayank Agarwal along Prithvi Shaw, instead of KL Rahul. The opening pair were debuting for India. They had a decent opening partnership of 50 runs until Prithvi Shaw got out (20 runs off 21 balls). He was followed by Mayank Agarwal, who scored 32 runs off 31 balls. Virat Kohli and Shreyas Iyer took the team forward and had a 102 runs partnership. Virat scored 51 runs, whereas Shreyas Iyer scored his maiden ODI century for team India. He scored 103 runs in 107 balls. Lokesh Rahul's sublime form continues as his quick 88 runs and Kedhar Jadhav's cameo (26 runs in 15 balls) helped India pose a good score of 347 runs. In reply the Kiwis came down to bat with Henry Nicholls and Martin Guptill, New Zealand started off well as the opening pair added 85 runs to the wicket. Henry Nicholls scored 78 runs in 82 balls. Tom Blundell had a disappointing debut match, he scored just 9 runs off 10 balls. Ross Taylor and New Zealand skipper Tom Latham's partnership shattered Indian hopes of continues dominance in the tour. They added 131 runs partnership for the team. Ross Taylor scored his 21st ODI century in the match. This was his 12th in New Zealand, 3rd against India and 4th in Seddon Park, Hamilton. Kiwi skipper Tom Latham ensured that his role as a skipper was given to him for a reason, he scored 69 runs off 48 balls which included 8 fours and 2 sixes. Ross Taylor has been judged the 'Man of the Match' after his performance versus India today. New Zealand lead three-ODI match series against India (1-0). They next meet in Auckland on February 8.

New Zealand vs India, 1st ODI: Kiwis outshine Men in Blue, win by 6 wickets

BCCI, on Tuesday, announced their Test squad for the New Zealand tour. Two-test matches will be played between India and New Zealand. Prithvi Shaw is set to return in Test squad in the absence of India's prolific opener Rohit Sharma.&nbsp;

Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/rohit-sharma-ruled-out-of-new-zealand-tour-due-to-injury-gill-and-agarwal-to-replace-278428">Rohit Sharma ruled out of New Zealand tour due to injury; Gill and Agarwal to replace</a>

Indian cricket team's vice-captain Rohit Sharma has been ruled out of the New Zealand tour following a calf injury. The injury was struck during the fifth T20I against New Zealand on Sunday at Mount Maunganui. He scored 60 runs off 41 balls, he retired hurt after he pulled his calf muscle while running a quick single.

The squad:&nbsp;

Virat Kolhi (Captain), Mayank Agarwal, Prithvi Shaw, Shubman Gill, Cheteshwar Pujara, Ajinkya Rahane (vice-captain), Hanuma Vihari, Wriddhiman Saha (wk), Rishabh Pant (wk), R. Ashwin, R. Jadeja, Jasprit Bumrah, Umesh Yadav, Mohd. Shami, Navdeep Saini, Ishant Sharma (subject to fitness clearance).

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KL Rahul's name was missing from the squad which comes as a shock to many. Pacer spearhead Navdeep Saini has been given a chance to be in the squad and Shubman Gill is also a part of the Indian squad. Ishant Sharma was reported to miss the entire tour before but is now in the squad as a subject to regain his fitness to 100 per cent.&nbsp;

As of now, Mayank Agarwal has come as a replacement for the Indian vice-captain in the ODI series against the Blackcaps. Prithvi Shaw and KL Rahul are most likely to open the innings for India in the following matches.

India will take on New Zealand in the three-match ODI series tomorrow. Kane Williamson has been ruled out from the first two ODI matches following an injury. Mark Chapman will replace the Blackcap skipper. Tom Latham will lead the side for the two ODI matches.

India will be looking to continue their winning run against the Kiwi as they clean swept the T20I series, with this India, have become the first team to win a T20I series with 5-0 margin.

BCCI, on Tuesday, announced their Test squad for the New Zealand tour. Two-test matches will be played between India and New Zealand. Prithvi Shaw is set to return in Test squad in the absence of India's prolific opener Rohit Sharma.

BCCI, on Tuesday, announced their Test squad for the New Zealand tour. Two-test matches will be played between India and New Zealand. Prithvi Shaw is set to return in Test squad in the absence of India's prolific opener Rohit Sharma. Also read: Rohit Sharma ruled out of New Zealand tour due to injury; Gill and Agarwal to replace Indian cricket team's vice-captain Rohit Sharma has been ruled out of the New Zealand tour following a calf injury. The injury was struck during the fifth T20I against New Zealand on Sunday at Mount Maunganui. He scored 60 runs off 41 balls, he retired hurt after he pulled his calf muscle while running a quick single. The squad: Virat Kolhi (Captain), Mayank Agarwal, Prithvi Shaw, Shubman Gill, Cheteshwar Pujara, Ajinkya Rahane (vice-captain), Hanuma Vihari, Wriddhiman Saha (wk), Rishabh Pant (wk), R. Ashwin, R. Jadeja, Jasprit Bumrah, Umesh Yadav, Mohd. Shami, Navdeep Saini, Ishant Sharma (subject to fitness clearance). India’s Test squad: Virat (Capt), Mayank, Prithvi Shaw, Shubman, Pujara, Ajinkya Rahane (vc), Hanuma Vihari, Wriddhiman Saha (wk), Rishabh Pant (wk), R. Ashwin, R. Jadeja, Jasprit Bumrah, Umesh Yadav, Mohd. Shami, Navdeep Saini, Ishant Sharma (subject to fitness clearance). — BCCI (@BCCI) February 4, 2020 × KL Rahul's name was missing from the squad which comes as a shock to many. Pacer spearhead Navdeep Saini has been given a chance to be in the squad and Shubman Gill is also a part of the Indian squad. Ishant Sharma was reported to miss the entire tour before but is now in the squad as a subject to regain his fitness to 100 per cent. As of now, Mayank Agarwal has come as a replacement for the Indian vice-captain in the ODI series against the Blackcaps. Prithvi Shaw and KL Rahul are most likely to open the innings for India in the following matches. India will take on New Zealand in the three-match ODI series tomorrow. Kane Williamson has been ruled out from the first two ODI matches following an injury. Mark Chapman will replace the Blackcap skipper. Tom Latham will lead the side for the two ODI matches. India will be looking to continue their winning run against the Kiwi as they clean swept the T20I series, with this India, have become the first team to win a T20I series with 5-0 margin.

India vs New Zealand Tests: Prithvi Shaw, Navdeep Saini in, Rohit Sharma out

&nbsp;Australia&nbsp;may arrange a&nbsp;second&nbsp;evacuation&nbsp;flight&nbsp;out of China's&nbsp;Wuhan&nbsp;city, the epicenter of the coronavirus, after the first planeload of its citizens&nbsp;arrived on&nbsp;Christmas&nbsp;Island&nbsp;in the Indian Ocean, Prime Minister <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/australian-pm-seeks-greater-federal-powers-to-protect-the-nation-from-threatening-bushfires-277314">Scott Morrison</a> said on Tuesday.

Some 241 passengers on the initial&nbsp;flight&nbsp;will be quarantined for two weeks on the remote&nbsp;Australia-run&nbsp;island, about 1,400 km (870 miles) northwest of mainland&nbsp;Australia.

Qantas Airways Ltd&nbsp;carrying the&nbsp;evacuees&nbsp;and Department of Health officials landed at a military airbase north of Perth, where passengers were transferred to two smaller planes for the&nbsp;flight&nbsp;to&nbsp;Christmas&nbsp;Island. The first of the chartered&nbsp;flights landed on&nbsp;Christmas&nbsp;Island&nbsp;on Tuesday morning.

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"All&nbsp;Australians who were on our&nbsp;flight&nbsp;out of&nbsp;Wuhan&nbsp;have&nbsp;arrived safely," Morrison said in a series of posts on his verified Twitter account, calling the evacuation a "complex and very challenging operation".

"We are now working with the Chinese authorities on a possible&nbsp;second&nbsp;assisted departure&nbsp;flight&nbsp;for&nbsp;Australians seeking to leave&nbsp;Wuhan," Morrison added.

Read More:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/australia-evacuates-200-people-from-wuhan-the-epicentre-of-coronavirus-outbreak-in-china-278211">Australia evacuates 200 people from Wuhan, the epicentre of coronavirus outbreak in China</a>

Australia&nbsp;has said it plans to keep&nbsp;evacuees&nbsp;on&nbsp;Christmas&nbsp;Island&nbsp;for two weeks, the maximum incubation period of the newly identified virus which has sparked a global health emergency and killed more than 400 people in <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/death-toll-in-chinas-coronavirus-rises-to-425-over-20000-infected-nationwide-278426">China</a>, mostly in&nbsp;Wuhan&nbsp;and surrounding Hubei province.

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Morrison said&nbsp;Australia&nbsp;had also been working with New Zealand to share some seats on a plane organised by its trans-Tasman neighbour.

An evacuation&nbsp;flight&nbsp;chartered by Air New Zealand Ltd is scheduled to leave&nbsp;Wuhan&nbsp;late on Tuesday,&nbsp;Wuhan&nbsp;time, with 70 New Zealanders and an unspecified number of&nbsp;Australians on board and was expected to&nbsp;arrive&nbsp;in Auckland on Wednesday, the airline said.

Australian citizens on the&nbsp;flight&nbsp;would be transferred&nbsp;from&nbsp;Auckland to&nbsp;Christmas&nbsp;Island, the New Zealand government has said.

In addition to the 241&nbsp;evacuees&nbsp;taken to&nbsp;Christmas&nbsp;Island, Morrison said two passengers on the Qantas&nbsp;flight, a pregnant woman and her partner, "have been transferred to Perth and are in isolation there".

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Wuhan&nbsp;in Hubei province has been in lockdown to help prevent the spread of the coronavirus, which has killed 414 people in the province. The first death&nbsp;from&nbsp;the virus outside China was reported on Sunday in the Philippines.

There were 600&nbsp;Australians registered in the Hubei region as of last week.

Australia&nbsp;on Saturday followed the United States in barring entry to all foreign nationals traveling&nbsp;from&nbsp;mainland China and raised its travel warning for China to the highest level, advising people against visiting the country at all.

Australia may arrange a second evacuation flight out of China's Wuhan city, the epicenter of the coronavirus, after the first planeload of its citizens arrived on Christmas Island in the Indian Ocean, Prime Minister Scott Morrison said on Tuesday.

Australia may arrange a second evacuation flight out of China's Wuhan city, the epicenter of the coronavirus, after the first planeload of its citizens arrived on Christmas Island in the Indian Ocean, Prime Minister Scott Morrison said on Tuesday. Some 241 passengers on the initial flight will be quarantined for two weeks on the remote Australia-run island, about 1,400 km (870 miles) northwest of mainland Australia. Qantas Airways Ltd carrying the evacuees and Department of Health officials landed at a military airbase north of Perth, where passengers were transferred to two smaller planes for the flight to Christmas Island. The first of the chartered flights landed on Christmas Island on Tuesday morning. "All Australians who were on our flight out of Wuhan have arrived safely," Morrison said in a series of posts on his verified Twitter account, calling the evacuation a "complex and very challenging operation". "We are now working with the Chinese authorities on a possible second assisted departure flight for Australians seeking to leave Wuhan," Morrison added. Read More: Australia evacuates 200 people from Wuhan, the epicentre of coronavirus outbreak in China Australia has said it plans to keep evacuees on Christmas Island for two weeks, the maximum incubation period of the newly identified virus which has sparked a global health emergency and killed more than 400 people in China, mostly in Wuhan and surrounding Hubei province. Morrison said Australia had also been working with New Zealand to share some seats on a plane organised by its trans-Tasman neighbour. An evacuation flight chartered by Air New Zealand Ltd is scheduled to leave Wuhan late on Tuesday, Wuhan time, with 70 New Zealanders and an unspecified number of Australians on board and was expected to arrive in Auckland on Wednesday, the airline said. Australian citizens on the flight would be transferred from Auckland to Christmas Island, the New Zealand government has said. In addition to the 241 evacuees taken to Christmas Island, Morrison said two passengers on the Qantas flight, a pregnant woman and her partner, "have been transferred to Perth and are in isolation there". Wuhan in Hubei province has been in lockdown to help prevent the spread of the coronavirus, which has killed 414 people in the province. The first death from the virus outside China was reported on Sunday in the Philippines. There were 600 Australians registered in the Hubei region as of last week. Australia on Saturday followed the United States in barring entry to all foreign nationals traveling from mainland China and raised its travel warning for China to the highest level, advising people against visiting the country at all.

Australia eyes second flight from Wuhan as evacuees arrive on Christmas Island

India is set to face New Zealand for the first ODI of the series on Wednesday at Hamilton.&nbsp;

India will look forward to continuing their winning spree over the hosts as they already clean-swept New Zealand in the T20I series (5-0) on Sunday.

The deflated Kiwi side have already faced a setback before the beginning of the match tomorrow. Their in-form batsmen and skipper Kane Williamson has been ruled of the first two ODIs versus India following a shoulder injury. Mark Chapman has been called as the replace meant and Tom Latham has been declared as the Captain of the New Zealand side for first two ODIs.

India's prolific opener Rohit Sharma has also been ruled out for rest of the tour after he was struck by a calf injury.&nbsp;

Mayank Agarwal is set to replace Rohit in the ODIs. This tour will witness the come back of India's young prodigy Prithvi Shaw. The 20-year-old is expected to open the game for India alongside KL Rahul.

Prithvi Shaw has recently come out of 8-month long ban after he failed the doping test. He has been a part of India A and his fertile innings versus the New Zealand A earned him a spot in the team.

Last time these two heavyweights collided in this format was in the semifinal clash of the World Cup in England.

Skies in Hamilton are set to be clear and the opener is set to have a sunny day. Fans will be happy to know that there are no chances of precipitation tomorrow.&nbsp;

The match is scheduled to begin at 7:30 AM (IST).

India's probable XI: KL Rahul (wk), Prithvi Shaw, Virat Kohli (captain), Shreyas Iyer, Manish Pandey, R Jadeja/Kuldeep Yadav, Shivam Dube, Shardul Thakur, Navdeep Saini, Jasprit Bumrah.

New Zealand's probable XI: Martin Guptill, Henry Nicholls, Ross Taylor, Tom Latham(wk/captain), Mark Chapman, James Neesham, Mitchell Santner, Tim Southee, Hamish Bennett, Ish Sodhi, Scott Kuggeleijn

The ODI squads:

India: Lokesh Rahul(w), Mayank Agarwal, Virat Kohli(c), Shreyas Iyer, Manish Pandey, Shivam Dube, Ravindra Jadeja, Navdeep Saini, Mohammed Shami, Yuzvendra Chahal, Jasprit Bumrah, Prithvi Shaw, Kuldeep Yadav, Rishabh Pant, Kedar Jadhav, Shardul Thakur

New Zealand: Martin Guptill, Henry Nicholls, Ross Taylor, Tom Latham(w/c), Mark Chapman, James Neesham, Colin de Grandhomme, Mitchell Santner, Tim Southee, Hamish Bennett, Ish Sodhi, Tom Blundell, Kyle Jamieson, Scott Kuggeleijn

India is set to face New Zealand for the first ODI of the series on Wednesday at Hamilton. India will look forward to continuing their winning spree over the hosts as they already clean-swept New Zealand in the T20I series (5-0) on Sunday.

India is set to face New Zealand for the first ODI of the series on Wednesday at Hamilton. India will look forward to continuing their winning spree over the hosts as they already clean-swept New Zealand in the T20I series (5-0) on Sunday. The deflated Kiwi side have already faced a setback before the beginning of the match tomorrow. Their in-form batsmen and skipper Kane Williamson has been ruled of the first two ODIs versus India following a shoulder injury. Mark Chapman has been called as the replace meant and Tom Latham has been declared as the Captain of the New Zealand side for first two ODIs. India's prolific opener Rohit Sharma has also been ruled out for rest of the tour after he was struck by a calf injury. Mayank Agarwal is set to replace Rohit in the ODIs. This tour will witness the come back of India's young prodigy Prithvi Shaw. The 20-year-old is expected to open the game for India alongside KL Rahul. Prithvi Shaw has recently come out of 8-month long ban after he failed the doping test. He has been a part of India A and his fertile innings versus the New Zealand A earned him a spot in the team. Last time these two heavyweights collided in this format was in the semifinal clash of the World Cup in England. Skies in Hamilton are set to be clear and the opener is set to have a sunny day. Fans will be happy to know that there are no chances of precipitation tomorrow. The match is scheduled to begin at 7:30 AM (IST). India's probable XI: KL Rahul (wk), Prithvi Shaw, Virat Kohli (captain), Shreyas Iyer, Manish Pandey, R Jadeja/Kuldeep Yadav, Shivam Dube, Shardul Thakur, Navdeep Saini, Jasprit Bumrah. New Zealand's probable XI: Martin Guptill, Henry Nicholls, Ross Taylor, Tom Latham(wk/captain), Mark Chapman, James Neesham, Mitchell Santner, Tim Southee, Hamish Bennett, Ish Sodhi, Scott Kuggeleijn The ODI squads: India: Lokesh Rahul(w), Mayank Agarwal, Virat Kohli(c), Shreyas Iyer, Manish Pandey, Shivam Dube, Ravindra Jadeja, Navdeep Saini, Mohammed Shami, Yuzvendra Chahal, Jasprit Bumrah, Prithvi Shaw, Kuldeep Yadav, Rishabh Pant, Kedar Jadhav, Shardul Thakur New Zealand: Martin Guptill, Henry Nicholls, Ross Taylor, Tom Latham(w/c), Mark Chapman, James Neesham, Colin de Grandhomme, Mitchell Santner, Tim Southee, Hamish Bennett, Ish Sodhi, Tom Blundell, Kyle Jamieson, Scott Kuggeleijn

India vs New Zealand 1st ODI: Virat Kohli-led Team India look to continue winning streak against Black Caps

Indian cricket team's vice-captain Rohit Sharma has been ruled out of the New Zealand tour following a calf injury. The injury was struck during the fifth T20I against New Zealand on Sunday at Mount Maunganui. He scored 60 runs off 41 balls, he retired hurt after he pulled his calf muscle while running a quick single.

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As of now, Mayank Agarwal has come as a replacement for the Indian vice-captain in the ODI series against the Blackcaps. Prithvi Shaw and KL Rahul are most likely to open the innings for India in the following matches.

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Agarwal was the first pick as he had replaced Shikhar Dhawan (knee injury) in ODIs against West Indies. &nbsp;

Shubman Gill is set to replace Rohit Sharma in Tests as a third opener, Shaw and Rahul again are predicted to open the game for India.&nbsp;

In the last two-Test series at home (South Africa and Bangladesh), Shubman was a backup for Rohit Sharma and Mayank Agarwal.&nbsp;

The whole Test squad is yet to be announced.&nbsp;

Rohit Sharma had recently overtaken the Indian skipper in terms of most 50+ scores in T20Is.&nbsp;

India extended their record for most successive T20Is winning eight in succession.

With the clean sweep against the Black Caps, India have become the first team to win a T20I series with 5-0 margin.

Indian cricket team's vice-captain Rohit Sharma has been ruled out of the New Zealand tour following a calf injury. The injury was struck during the fifth T20I against New Zealand on Sunday at Mount Maunganui.

Indian cricket team's vice-captain Rohit Sharma has been ruled out of the New Zealand tour following a calf injury. The injury was struck during the fifth T20I against New Zealand on Sunday at Mount Maunganui. He scored 60 runs off 41 balls, he retired hurt after he pulled his calf muscle while running a quick single. Also read: Jasprit Bumrah breaks world record, bowls most maiden overs in T20Is As of now, Mayank Agarwal has come as a replacement for the Indian vice-captain in the ODI series against the Blackcaps. Prithvi Shaw and KL Rahul are most likely to open the innings for India in the following matches. Also read: Rohit Sharma's new record in T20Is outshines Virat Kohli Agarwal was the first pick as he had replaced Shikhar Dhawan (knee injury) in ODIs against West Indies. Shubman Gill is set to replace Rohit Sharma in Tests as a third opener, Shaw and Rahul again are predicted to open the game for India. In the last two-Test series at home (South Africa and Bangladesh), Shubman was a backup for Rohit Sharma and Mayank Agarwal. The whole Test squad is yet to be announced. Rohit Sharma had recently overtaken the Indian skipper in terms of most 50+ scores in T20Is. India extended their record for most successive T20Is winning eight in succession. With the clean sweep against the Black Caps, India have become the first team to win a T20I series with 5-0 margin.

Rohit Sharma ruled out of New Zealand tour due to injury; Gill and Agarwal to replace

International Cricket Council (ICC) has fined the&nbsp;Indian cricket team 20 per cent of its match fee for maintaining a slow over-rate against <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/india-whitewash-new-zealand-wins-fifth-t20i-by-seven-runs-278153">New Zealand</a> in the fifth and final Twenty20 International in Mount Maunganui.

The sanction was imposed by Chris Broad of the Emirates ICC Elite Panel of Match Referees after India was&nbsp;ruled to be one over short of the target after time allowances were taken into consideration.

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The team was fined&nbsp;under&nbsp;Article 2.22 of the ICC Code of Conduct for Players and Player Support Personnel, which&nbsp;relates to minimum over-rate offences.

In this case, the team was fined for every over their side failed&nbsp;to bowl in the allotted time.

To avoid a formal hearing, India stand-in captain <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/india-whitewash-new-zealand-wins-fifth-t20i-by-seven-runs-278153">Rohit Sharma </a>pleaded guilty to the offence and accepted the proposed sanction.

On-field umpires Chris Brown and Shaun Haig and third umpire Ashley Mehrotra levelled the charge.

India won the match by seven runs on Sunday to complete a rare 5-0 series whitewash over <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/india-whitewash-new-zealand-wins-fifth-t20i-by-seven-runs-278153">New Zealand</a> in the shortest format of the game.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/india-whitewash-new-zealand-wins-fifth-t20i-by-seven-runs-278153">Virat Kohli</a>'s men have been fined for slow over-rate for the second&nbsp;time consecutively.

On Saturday, the Indian team was fined&nbsp;40 per cent of its match fee after falling short of the target by two overs in the fourth T20 International at the Westpack Stadium.

International Cricket Council (ICC) has fined the Indian cricket team 20 per cent of its match fee for maintaining a slow over-rate against New Zealand in the fifth and final Twenty20 International in Mount Maunganui.

International Cricket Council (ICC) has fined the Indian cricket team 20 per cent of its match fee for maintaining a slow over-rate against New Zealand in the fifth and final Twenty20 International in Mount Maunganui. The sanction was imposed by Chris Broad of the Emirates ICC Elite Panel of Match Referees after India was ruled to be one over short of the target after time allowances were taken into consideration. Also read: India whitewash New Zealand, wins fifth T20I by seven runs The team was fined under Article 2.22 of the ICC Code of Conduct for Players and Player Support Personnel, which relates to minimum over-rate offences. In this case, the team was fined for every over their side failed to bowl in the allotted time. To avoid a formal hearing, India stand-in captain Rohit Sharma pleaded guilty to the offence and accepted the proposed sanction. On-field umpires Chris Brown and Shaun Haig and third umpire Ashley Mehrotra levelled the charge. India won the match by seven runs on Sunday to complete a rare 5-0 series whitewash over New Zealand in the shortest format of the game. Virat Kohli's men have been fined for slow over-rate for the second time consecutively. On Saturday, the Indian team was fined 40 per cent of its match fee after falling short of the target by two overs in the fourth T20 International at the Westpack Stadium.

India fined by International Cricket Council for slow over-rate in T20I final against New Zealand

New Zealand announced on Sunday it would bar entry into the country from all foreign nationals arriving from <a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/coronavirus-death-toll-climbs-to-213-277727">mainland China</a> due too the increasing threat from the <a href="WHO declares Coronavirus as global health emergency">coronavirus epidemic</a>. The ban is in effect from Monday and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade also raised its travel advice to New Zealanders for all of mainland China to “Do not travel”, the highest level.

"We have been advised by health officials that while there is still a range of unknowns in the way the<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/coronavirus-outbreak-fresh-cases-being-detected-in-several-countries-spain-confirms-its-first-case-278026"> virus is being transmitted</a>, we should take a precautionary approach,” New Zealand's Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said in a statement. New Zealand citizens and permanent residents can still enter the country, as can their immediate family members, but will be required to self-isolate for 14 days on arrival back in the country.

The ban will be in effect for up to 14 days, reviewed every 48 hours and includes all foreign travellers who left or transited through mainland China after February 2. There have been no confirmed cases of coronavirus in New Zealand.

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[ New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern addresses the media (Courtesy: Reuters) ]

New Zealand's announcement followed a similar decision announced on Saturday by neighbouring Australia, where 12 cases of the coronavirus have been confirmed. China is facing mounting isolation amid increasing international travel curbs and flight suspension. Qantas Airways and Air New Zealand both said they were suspending direct flights to mainland China.

Australia announced during the week that it would evacuate locals from the Chinese city of Wuhan as part of a joint operation with New Zealand. 
Some health officials have criticized Australia's decision to move its evacuees to Christmas Island - about 1,500 kilometres (900 miles) from Australia, which had been used to hold thousands of refugees between 2002 and 2018.

Australian Health Minister Greg Hunt said on Sunday he expected Australians to be airlifted from Wuhan soon and that a medical assessment team and mobile hospital was ready to greet them. "Personnel are in place to receive the passengers from Wuhan and we expect that the flight will be collecting within the next 24 hours," Hunt said. 
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New Zealand announced on Sunday it would bar entry into the country from all foreign nationals arriving from mainland China due too the increasing threat from the coronavirus epidemic.

New Zealand announced on Sunday it would bar entry into the country from all foreign nationals arriving from mainland China due too the increasing threat from the coronavirus epidemic. The ban is in effect from Monday and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade also raised its travel advice to New Zealanders for all of mainland China to “Do not travel”, the highest level. "We have been advised by health officials that while there is still a range of unknowns in the way the virus is being transmitted, we should take a precautionary approach,” New Zealand's Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said in a statement. New Zealand citizens and permanent residents can still enter the country, as can their immediate family members, but will be required to self-isolate for 14 days on arrival back in the country. The ban will be in effect for up to 14 days, reviewed every 48 hours and includes all foreign travellers who left or transited through mainland China after February 2. There have been no confirmed cases of coronavirus in New Zealand. Also Read: Coronavirus: Death toll soars to 259 as China's isolation grows [ New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern addresses the media (Courtesy: Reuters) ] New Zealand's announcement followed a similar decision announced on Saturday by neighbouring Australia, where 12 cases of the coronavirus have been confirmed. China is facing mounting isolation amid increasing international travel curbs and flight suspension. Qantas Airways and Air New Zealand both said they were suspending direct flights to mainland China. Australia announced during the week that it would evacuate locals from the Chinese city of Wuhan as part of a joint operation with New Zealand. Some health officials have criticized Australia's decision to move its evacuees to Christmas Island - about 1,500 kilometres (900 miles) from Australia, which had been used to hold thousands of refugees between 2002 and 2018. Australian Health Minister Greg Hunt said on Sunday he expected Australians to be airlifted from Wuhan soon and that a medical assessment team and mobile hospital was ready to greet them. "Personnel are in place to receive the passengers from Wuhan and we expect that the flight will be collecting within the next 24 hours," Hunt said.

Foreigners from China barred entry to New Zealand; travel ban to last fortnight

India whitewashed New Zealand in the five-match T20I series as they defeated the hosts by seven runs in the fifth game here on Sunday.

With this clean sweep, India became the first team to win a T20I series by 5-0. Chasing a target of 164 runs, New Zealand witnessed a very poor start as three of their batsmen were sent back to the pavilion before the completion of four overs.

Martin Guptill was given LBW off Jasprit Bumrah's delivery and Washington Sundar bowled Colin Munro while Tom Bruce was run out.

Tim Seifert and Ross Taylor then took the charge of the chase and provided their side a good momentum.

Both played furiously and scored 34 runs off Shivam Dube's over which put the hosts on a commanding position.

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The duo formed a 99-run partnership before Seifert was dismissed by Navdeep Saini after scoring 50 runs.

Soon after, Bumrah bowled Daryl Mitchell (2) to bring India back in the game.

The fall of wickets did not stop as Mitchell Santner and Scott Kuggeleijn were sent back to the pavilion by Shardul Thakur in the 17th over.

In the next over, India got the much-anticipated wicket of Ross Taylor (53), who was caught behind off Saini's delivery.New Zealand lower order failed to take their side over the line as they faced their fifth successive defeat.

Earlier, after opting to bat first, India got off to a bad start as Scott Kuggeleijn dismissed Sanju Samson (2) in the second over of the innings.The opener KL Rahul was then joined by Rohit Sharma on the field. Both played brilliantly and struck regular boundaries.

The duo formed an 88-run innings before Hamish Bennett got hold of Rahul, who missed his half-century by five runs.

Shreyas Iyer was the next batsman and joined Sharma, who went on to score his half-century. In the 17th over, bowled by Ish Sodhi, Sharma was retired hurt after scoring 60 runs. Shivam Dube then came out to bat but failed to leave a mark as he was dismissed after scoring five runs.

Iyer and Manish Pandey struck a few boundaries to help India reach a total of 163 runs.&nbsp;

India whitewashed New Zealand in the five-match T20I series as they defeated the hosts by seven runs in the fifth game here on Sunday. With this clean sweep, India became the first team to win a T20I series by 5-0.

India whitewashed New Zealand in the five-match T20I series as they defeated the hosts by seven runs in the fifth game here on Sunday. With this clean sweep, India became the first team to win a T20I series by 5-0. Chasing a target of 164 runs, New Zealand witnessed a very poor start as three of their batsmen were sent back to the pavilion before the completion of four overs. Martin Guptill was given LBW off Jasprit Bumrah's delivery and Washington Sundar bowled Colin Munro while Tom Bruce was run out. Tim Seifert and Ross Taylor then took the charge of the chase and provided their side a good momentum. Both played furiously and scored 34 runs off Shivam Dube's over which put the hosts on a commanding position. Also read: India snatch another super over T20 victory against New Zealand The duo formed a 99-run partnership before Seifert was dismissed by Navdeep Saini after scoring 50 runs. Soon after, Bumrah bowled Daryl Mitchell (2) to bring India back in the game. The fall of wickets did not stop as Mitchell Santner and Scott Kuggeleijn were sent back to the pavilion by Shardul Thakur in the 17th over. In the next over, India got the much-anticipated wicket of Ross Taylor (53), who was caught behind off Saini's delivery.New Zealand lower order failed to take their side over the line as they faced their fifth successive defeat. Earlier, after opting to bat first, India got off to a bad start as Scott Kuggeleijn dismissed Sanju Samson (2) in the second over of the innings.The opener KL Rahul was then joined by Rohit Sharma on the field. Both played brilliantly and struck regular boundaries. The duo formed an 88-run innings before Hamish Bennett got hold of Rahul, who missed his half-century by five runs. Shreyas Iyer was the next batsman and joined Sharma, who went on to score his half-century. In the 17th over, bowled by Ish Sodhi, Sharma was retired hurt after scoring 60 runs. Shivam Dube then came out to bat but failed to leave a mark as he was dismissed after scoring five runs. Iyer and Manish Pandey struck a few boundaries to help India reach a total of 163 runs.

India whitewash New Zealand, wins fifth T20I by seven runs

India snatched the fourth Twenty20 against New Zealand on Friday after yet another super over was needed to separate the two sides after the scores were tied following the regulation 20 overs.

New Zealand, batting first in the decider, made 13 with Tim Seifert dropped twice before he was eventually dismissed.

In reply, Indian captain Virat Kohli hit the winning runs with a ball to spare.

The third match also ended in a super over with Rohit Sharma hitting sixes off the last two balls to get India home.

"What's happened in the last two games is unbelievable," Kohli said.

"It feels good when you are out of the game and then somehow find a way to come back and that shows the character of the team."

The win puts India 4-0 up in the five-match series with New Zealand stand-in captain Tim Southee not happy that his side could not wrap the game up in the 20 overs.

"It's very tough, especially in the position we got ourselves into and then to give them a chance at the end, they're going to grab it with both hands," he said.

New Zealand, chasing India's 165 for eight, went into their last over only needing seven runs to win and with seven wickets in hand.

However, they were restricted to six runs and lost four wickets to finish 165 for seven and set up the super over.

New Zealand had already suffered an earlier setback with talismanic captain Kane Williamson a late scratching having not fully recovered from a shoulder injury suffered while fielding in game three.

It was left to lusty hitting by Colin Munro and Seifert to provide the backbone of their innings with Munro making 64 and Seifert out in the final over for 57.

India sent into bat first, made 165 for eight on a flat track at Wellington stadium with the innings anchored by an unbeaten 50 from Manish Pandey and his partnerships with Thakur and Navdeep Saini.

India were six for 88 in the 12th over before Pandey and Thakur arrested the slide in a 43-run stand with Thakur contributing 20.&nbsp;

Saini, who was not out 11 in his first appearance on the tour, put on 22 with Pandey off the last 13 deliveries.&nbsp;

In a slow start to their reply, New Zealand were 23 for one after five overs.

But in the sixth over, when Thakur wound back the pace to under 140 kilometres per hour (87mph), Munro found his timing with a six and two fours to get the scoreboard moving.

In partnership with Seifert they put on 72 off 44 deliveries before Munro was run out in a smart piece of relay fielding involving Thakur and Kohli who threw down the stumps.

India snatched the fourth Twenty20 against New Zealand on Friday after yet another super over was needed to separate the two sides after the scores were tied following the regulation 20 overs.

India snatched the fourth Twenty20 against New Zealand on Friday after yet another super over was needed to separate the two sides after the scores were tied following the regulation 20 overs. New Zealand, batting first in the decider, made 13 with Tim Seifert dropped twice before he was eventually dismissed. In reply, Indian captain Virat Kohli hit the winning runs with a ball to spare. The third match also ended in a super over with Rohit Sharma hitting sixes off the last two balls to get India home. "What's happened in the last two games is unbelievable," Kohli said. "It feels good when you are out of the game and then somehow find a way to come back and that shows the character of the team." The win puts India 4-0 up in the five-match series with New Zealand stand-in captain Tim Southee not happy that his side could not wrap the game up in the 20 overs. "It's very tough, especially in the position we got ourselves into and then to give them a chance at the end, they're going to grab it with both hands," he said. New Zealand, chasing India's 165 for eight, went into their last over only needing seven runs to win and with seven wickets in hand. However, they were restricted to six runs and lost four wickets to finish 165 for seven and set up the super over. New Zealand had already suffered an earlier setback with talismanic captain Kane Williamson a late scratching having not fully recovered from a shoulder injury suffered while fielding in game three. It was left to lusty hitting by Colin Munro and Seifert to provide the backbone of their innings with Munro making 64 and Seifert out in the final over for 57. India sent into bat first, made 165 for eight on a flat track at Wellington stadium with the innings anchored by an unbeaten 50 from Manish Pandey and his partnerships with Thakur and Navdeep Saini. India were six for 88 in the 12th over before Pandey and Thakur arrested the slide in a 43-run stand with Thakur contributing 20. Saini, who was not out 11 in his first appearance on the tour, put on 22 with Pandey off the last 13 deliveries. In a slow start to their reply, New Zealand were 23 for one after five overs. But in the sixth over, when Thakur wound back the pace to under 140 kilometres per hour (87mph), Munro found his timing with a six and two fours to get the scoreboard moving. In partnership with Seifert they put on 72 off 44 deliveries before Munro was run out in a smart piece of relay fielding involving Thakur and Kohli who threw down the stumps.

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