India begins its 2026 ODI campaign against New Zealand in Vadodara, with captain Shubman Gill aiming for his first series win as skipper. Gill, who faced challenges in 2025 including injury and T20 World Cup exclusion, expressed determination in the pre-match press conference. Key players like Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli are also in focus for potential record-breaking performances during the match.