IND vs NZ 2026: Shubman Gill shines as India wins first ODI

Captain Shubman Gill led India to a thrilling four-wicket victory over New Zealand in the first ODI at the BCA Stadium in Vadodara. Gill scored a vital half-century and teamed up with Virat Kohli for a 118-run partnership, helping India chase down a 301-run target with four wickets left. Harshit Rana praised Gill as a 'free and aggressive captain' who lets players shine.

Quick rundown

1.Gill shows free, aggressive captaincy that lets his team swing freely.

2.A 118-run stand between Gill and Kohli powers India to chase 301 in 49 overs.

3.Kohli falls seven short of a 54th ODI century; Iyer contributes a vital 49.

4.NZ's Daryl Mitchell tops the score with 84 as India's bowlers share the wickets.

5.Next up: Rajkot hosts the second ODI at Niranjan Shah Stadium.

Shubman Gill’s Smooth Exit at 56 Shakes India’s Chase Game
Shubman Gill’s Smooth Exit at 56 Shakes India’s Chase Game
Yo, check it! Captain Shubman Gill cruised to 56 before gettin’ caught slippin’ in the 1st ODI against New Zealand at Kotambi Stadium, Vadodara. That leg-spinner Adithya Ashok made him look easy, takin’ out Gill and breakin’ that 118-run groove with Virat. New Zealand laid down 300 runs, but India’s still in the game, ya feel me?
03:55 pm on Sunday, 11 January, 2026
Shubman Gill's Epic Fifty: A Comeback for the Ages!
Shubman Gill's Epic Fifty: A Comeback for the Ages!
Folks, listen up! Shubman Gill, a true superstar, just smashed a fantastic fifty—56 runs against New Zealand in Vadodara! After a shaky start, he turned it around, hitting those spinners like they were nothing! A little injury drama, but he’s still a winner! Team India is on fire, folks! I told you so!
03:25 pm on Sunday, 11 January, 2026
Shubman Gill ka Mohali mein dhamaka, ODI series ki tayyari!
Shubman Gill ka Mohali mein dhamaka, ODI series ki tayyari!
Arre bhai, Shubman Gill ne Mohali ki dharti se dosti ki, ODI series ke liye New Zealand ka samna karne ki tayyari hai! T20 ki khichdi mein naam nahi, par ab flashy shots ka chakkar hai, jaise koi shayar apni nazm sunaa raha ho. Captaincy ki pehli baarish hai, aur pressure bhi hai, par Gill ka jazba hai, toh jeet ka rang chadhne wala hai!
05:30 am on Friday, 26 December, 2025
IND vs NZ 2026: Kohli & Gill Serve Up Tense ODI Victory
IND vs NZ 2026: Kohli & Gill Serve Up Tense ODI Victory
India just pulled off a nail-biting heist against New Zealand in the first ODI, winning by four wickets in Vadodara. Shubman Gill, you called it right and chose to bowl, but those Kiwis had us on the edge! Kohli, you were cooking until you nearly burnt the dish in the 90s! KL Rahul, you saved the day like a pro chef! Let’s get it together, Jadeja!
06:20 pm on Sunday, 11 January, 2026
Vasuki ne Shubman ko out karke kiya dhamaka! Kya scene hai!
Vasuki ne Shubman ko out karke kiya dhamaka! Kya scene hai!
Arre bhai, kya baat hai! Goa ka bowler Vasuki Koushik ne Shubman Gill ko sirf 11 runs par out karke sabko chonk diya! 6 January ko, KL Saini Ground, Jaipur mein, Punjab ki innings ka kya haal hua! 17/2 par aa gaye, bhai! Goa ka total toh sirf 211 tha, par ab dekhna hai kya hoga! Kya drama hai yaar, samajh nahi aa raha!
12:05 pm on Tuesday, 6 January, 2026

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