Daryl Mitchell Sets New Record for Most ODI Runs Against India in 2026
New Zealand batter Daryl Mitchell set a new record for the most ODI runs scored by a New Zealand player against India in a calendar year, accumulating 435 runs in 2026. He surpassed Chris Cairns' previous record of 403 runs, achieved in 1999. Mitchell's notable performances include scores of 84, 131, 137, and 55 in the ongoing series. Despite New Zealand's struggles in some matches, Mitchell's consistent scoring has established him as a key middle-order player against India this year.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (62–75/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
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news18 broke this story on 7 Nov, 05:55 am. Other outlets followed.