Arshdeep leads India’s bowlers to scything win over Kiwis in low-scoring ODI

India secured their first ODI series win in New Zealand in seven years, overcoming a second consecutive batting collapse in Tauranga on Sunday. The match outcome reversed the Friday's 244-run defeat, sealing a 3-1 series victory for India. The turning point came thanks to a stellar performance from the seam quartet of Mohammed Siraj, Arshdeep Singh, Auqib Nabi, and debutant Yash Thakur, who effectively pressured the Kiwis' chase.

Stand-in captain Shreyas Iyer initiated the spin element into the bowling lineup only after the 35-over mark, with everybody contributing to the cause. Arshdeep Singh was the standout bowler, taking 3 for 30 in just 10 overs, while Siraj claimed two wickets for 50. Naman Dhir also played a crucial role, removing New Zealand's skipper Mitchell Santner for a crucial wicket, while Axar Patel added two crucial wickets as well, including the final wicket of Blair Tickner.

Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli struggled early on, both being dismissed in the Powerplay - Rohit for seven and Kohli for five - resulting in the lowest averages for both in a bilateral series. Despite these setbacks, India will next play a home ODI series against Sri Lanka, commencing on December 13. Meanwhile, the Test team will focus on two crucial matches against New Zealand, starting at the Basin Reserve on November 19.