India secured a five-wicket victory over New Zealand in the opening One Day International of their 2026 series, with Virat Kohli delivering a match-winning performance. The contest took place on Wednesday, November 4, 2026.
Kohli's innings proved decisive as India chased down the target with five wickets in hand. The veteran batter has consistently been a cornerstone of India's limited-overs lineup, and his latest contribution guided the team to a 1-0 lead in the series.
Further details regarding the match scorecard, individual scores, and key moments from the encounter are awaited. The two sides will meet again in the second ODI as New Zealand look to level the series.
