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Kohli's 74 Guides India to Five-Wicket Win Over New Zealand in Rain-Affected First ODI

Kohli's 74 Guides India to Five-Wicket Win Over New Zealand in Rain-Affected First ODI
World Sports · 08:30:18 - Thursday, 5 November 2026

India secured a five-wicket victory over New Zealand in the opening One Day International on Wednesday, with Virat Kohli's 74 runs steering the chase in a rain-affected match.

The contest, played on November 4, 2026, saw interruptions due to weather, but Kohli's composed innings anchored India's successful pursuit of the target.

New Zealand posted a competitive total before rain reduced the overs, and India's batting lineup, led by Kohli, reached the revised target with five wickets in hand.

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