January 23, 2019 8:34 PM

India win first ODI against New Zealand at Napier

India crushed New Zealand by 8 wickets in the first ODI  in Napier today to lead the 5 match series 1-nil.  Entering the ODI series following maiden Test and ODI series triumphs in Australia, India signalled their intent with a clinical display. This saw them chase down a revised target of 156 by eight wickets in 34.5 overs.  A bizarre and unprecedented sun-induced interruption overshadowed the on-field action.  The Duckworth-Lewis method came into the picture for an interruption which was not c...