IND vs NZ 4th ODI: India suffered a humiliating 244-run defeat against New Zealand in the 4th ODI at Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui, on Friday, November 13.

Chasing a challenging target of 334 runs, the visitors were bowled out for just 89 in 26.4 overs. The defeat marked India’s second-biggest loss by runs in the history of men’s ODI cricket.

New Zealand’s victory was built on a brilliant batting performance led by Will Young, followed by a sensational bowling display from Matt Henry and Kyle Jamieson.

The result also reduced India’s lead in the five-match ODI series to 2-1, with the final match still to be played.

The New Zealand fast bowler dismissed Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli and stand-in captain Shreyas Iyer without conceding a run.

Rohit was caught by Finn Allen off the first delivery. Henry then bowled Kohli for a golden duck before trapping Shreyas leg-before-wicket on the final ball of the over.

India were left reeling at 0/3 after just six deliveries. The early collapse effectively put the visitors on the back foot in their chase of 334.

Ruturaj Gaikwad also failed to make a significant contribution, departing for five runs. India continued to lose wickets as New Zealand’s bowlers maintained pressure throughout the innings.

Ishan Kishan offered some resistance with 27 off 53 balls, but there was little support from the other end.
India eventually folded for 89 in 26.4 overs.

Henry finished with outstanding figures of 6/27 in 9.4 overs, while Kyle Jamieson picked up three wickets for 35 runs.

Will Young was the star of the innings, producing a superb 125 off 108 deliveries. His knock included 14 fours and four sixes, helping the hosts build a strong platform.

Young received excellent support from Tim Seifert, who scored 58 off 48 balls. The opening pair added 85 runs before Seifert was dismissed by Gurnoor Brar.

Finn Allen also played an attacking innings, scoring 41 off 30 deliveries. His contribution helped New Zealand maintain their scoring rate and put pressure on the Indian bowling attack.

Young continued to anchor the innings and brought up his century in style. He was eventually dismissed for 125 by Naman Dhir.

New Zealand’s lower order added useful runs, with Mitchell Santner contributing 24 and Kristian Clarke scoring 22. The hosts were eventually bowled out for 333 in 50 overs. For India, Axar Patel, Gurnoor Brar and Auqib Nabi picked up two wickets each.

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New Zealand’s victory in Mount Maunganui has now brought the series score to 2-1. India will look to bounce back in the fifth and final ODI, while New Zealand will aim to level the series on home soil.