New Zealand vs India Match Report, ODI 2026

New Zealand won by 244 runs in the 67th match of 77 in the 4th ODI at Bay Oval, Mount Maunganu. Matt Henry delivered one of the most devastating bowling performances of the series – 6 for 27 from 9.4 overs – as New Zealand dismantled India in a comprehensive display. The hosts posted 333 all out, then restricted India to a paltry 89 all out to seal a dominant victory.

New Zealand’s Batting Onslaught

India won the toss and elected to bowl, but the decision backfired spectacularly. Will Young anchored the innings with a commanding 125 off 108 balls (14 fours, 4 sixes), striking at 116 to lay the platform for a dominant total. Tim Seifert provided explosive support with 58 off 48 (6 fours, 3 sixes), and the pair built a crucial 85-run stand before Seifert fell at 85 in the 11th over.

Finn Allen injected further acceleration with 41 off 30 (5 fours, 2 sixes) at a strike rate of 137, pushing New Zealand past 200 by the 30th over. Mitchell Santner (24 off 29) and Kristian Clarke (22 off 22) maintained the momentum in the middle overs, while Kyle Jamieson finished unbeaten on 19 off 21 to push the total to 333.

Axar Patel was India’s standout bowler with 2 for 39 from 10 overs, while Gurnoor Brar and Auqib Nabi each claimed 2 wickets. But the damage was done – New Zealand’s batting depth proved too much for India’s bowling attack.

India’s Collapse

India’s chase never materialised. Rohit Sharma fell for a duck in the opening over, and Virat Kohli was clean bowled by Matt Henry for 0 in the second over. Shreyas Iyer lasted just one ball, lbw to Henry at 0 for 3 in the first over – a catastrophic start that set the tone for the entire innings.

Ishan Kishan showed some resistance with 27 off 53, and Axar Patel contributed 21 off 36, but they were fighting a losing battle. Naman Dhir struck 2 sixes in his 21 off 24, but it was mere consolation. India were bowled out for 89 in 26.4 overs – a performance that will haunt them for weeks.

Statz MVP: Matt Henry (Statz Rating: 141.32)

Matt Henry earns the Statz MVP award with a rating of 141.32. His 6 for 27 from 9.4 overs was a masterclass in seam bowling – economical, relentless, and devastating. Henry took 2 maidens and conceded just 2.79 runs per over, dismantling India’s top order and middle order alike. He also chipped in with 2 runs with the bat, but it was his bowling that defined this match.

Top 5 Statz Ratings

• Matt Henry (NZ) – Statz Rating: 141.32 | 6/27 from 9.4 overs – Devastating seam bowling at economy 2.79. Dismantled India’s batting order with precision and control.
• Axar Patel (IND) – Statz Rating: 122.37 | 2/39 from 10 overs plus 21 off 36 with the bat. The lone bright spot in a dismal India performance.
• Will Young (NZ) – Statz Rating: 65.02 | 125 off 108 (SR 116, 14 fours, 4 sixes). Anchored New Zealand’s innings with a commanding display.
• Kyle Jamieson (NZ) – Statz Rating: 62.25 | 1/12 from 6 overs plus 19 not out with the bat. Economical bowling and useful lower-order runs.
• Gurnoor Brar (IND) – Statz Rating: 56.8 | 2/69 from 10 overs. Fought hard but lacked support from teammates.

Turning Point

The match turned in the opening overs of India’s chase. Rohit Sharma fell for 0 at 0/1 in the first over, then Virat Kohli was clean bowled by Matt Henry at 0/2, and Shreyas Iyer was lbw at 0/3 in the first over. Three of India’s top four batters gone for 0 runs in the opening over – the match was effectively over before it began. Henry’s early breakthroughs set the tone for a complete collapse.

Match Context

This was the 67th match of 77 in the ODI series. New Zealand delivered a statement performance with a 244-run victory, showcasing both batting depth and bowling excellence. India will rue a disastrous start to their chase and a failure to build any meaningful partnerships. See the full scorecard and head-to-head record on Statz for complete details.