During the first ODI between India and New Zealand in Vadodara, a heated exchange occurred between Indian bowler Harshit Rana and New Zealand batter Daryl Mitchell in the 43rd over. While completing a single, Mitchell brushed past Rana, who was in his path. Mitchell reportedly asked Rana to move, leading to a brief staredown and verbal exchange. Rana took two wickets, while Mitchell top-scored for New Zealand with 84 runs, helping them set a target of 301.