New Zealand Achieves First ODI Series Win in India Amid Indian Team Struggles

New Zealand secured their first-ever bilateral ODI series win in India, defeating the hosts 2-1 in a three-match series. Despite missing key players, New Zealand's tactical approach, strong middle-order batting led by Daryl Mitchell and Glenn Phillips, and superior fielding contributed to their success. India struggled with inconsistent top-order performances, inability to convert starts, and underwhelming contributions from key players like Rohit Sharma, Ravindra Jadeja, and Kuldeep Yadav. Captain Shubman Gill acknowledged shortcomings in batting conversion and fielding, while experts highlighted India's overreliance on Virat Kohli and questioned team management decisions. The series loss marks a significant challenge for India ahead of upcoming tournaments.