India face New Zealand in the first of a three-match ODI series in Vadodara. Veterans like Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli return to action and could be seen in India colours for the last time till July this year,

Chasing 301, India suffered a sudden collapse in the middle order despite Virat Kohli's 93. In the end, it was KL Rahul and Harshit Rana, who secured India's four-wicket win.

Dhoni remains a statistical outlier in winning chases; the numbers make that clear. But Rahul’s record in successful pursuits shows India now have a finisher who understands the original Dhoni principle: the most valuable skill in a chase is not the shot that ends it, but the discipline that prevents it from slipping before you get there.

Former India opener Sadagoppan Ramesh believes Virat Kohli will fall just short of Sachin Tendulkar's record 100 international centuries, given his presence in only the ODI format.

India might have to make a forced change in the playing XI for the 2nd ODI against New Zealand due to an injury to Washington Sundar. Here is how india's playing XI could look like. , Cricket, Times N

Here’s how to watch the 1st ODI match on TV and live stream. The Sporting News takes you through all the information you need to follow the game.

Former India batter Mohammad Kaif has suggested that seamer Arshdeep Singh should replace injured Washington Sundar for the second ODI against New Zealand.

Indian captain Shubman Gill has confirmed that all-rounder Washington Sundar will be going through proper scans and check-ups after sustaining a side strain in the 1st innings of the opening ODI again