IND vs NZ 1st ODI Pitch Report, Baroda Cricket Stadium stats, records

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IND vs NZ 1st ODI Match: The Indian men's cricket team will kick off 2026 with a One Day International (ODI) series against New Zealand. The first ODI between India and New Zealand will be played today, Sunday, in Vadodara. This is a very busy year for India, with the T20 World Cup also scheduled for next month, making this limited-overs series against New Zealand crucial. India's Test and ODI captain, Shubman Gill, will be returning to the field after an injury. Gill hasn't been in great form lately, and this series will provide him with an opportunity to regain his touch.

Star players like Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli are also part of the squad for the ODI series against New Zealand. Rohit and Kohli had previously featured in the ODI series against South Africa. Kohli was in superb form and played a key role in India's victory. Now, this Ro-Ko duo will once again entertain the fans. Before the series against New Zealand, Rohit and Kohli also played two matches in the Vijay Hazare Trophy.

IND vs NZ: Baroda Cricket Stadium stats and records

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IND vs NZ Pitch Report: BCA Kotambi Cricket Stadium

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IND vs NZ 1st ODI Pitch Report: The pitch at the BCA Stadium looks good for batsmen, especially at the start of the match and in the first half of the innings. Fast bowlers might get some assistance with the new ball initially, but scoring runs will become easier as the ball gets older. The one-ball rule, which comes into effect after 34 overs, could make things difficult for fast bowlers towards the end of the innings, and spinners might become more influential as the match progresses. The pitch is expected to slow down in the second innings, so both captains will be looking to bat first after winning the toss.

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