India suffered one of their most humiliating defeats in ODI cricket after New Zealand secured a massive 244-run victory in the fourth ODI at Bay Oval on November 13, 2026. The hosts posted an imposing 333/10 in 50 overs before bowling India out for just 89 in 26.4 overs while defending a target of 334.

The India vs New Zealand 4th ODI became a nightmare for the visitors after Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli and stand-in captain Shreyas Iyer were dismissed for ducks in the very first over. It was India’s first-ever 0/3 collapse in men’s ODI cricket, making the opening passage of play particularly disastrous.

New Zealand fast bowler Matt Henry produced a sensational performance, finishing with figures of 6/27 in 9.4 overs. He picked up the first wicket of the Indian innings and also delivered the final blow, completing a memorable six-wicket haul.

The 244-run defeat is India’s heaviest ODI loss since October 2000, when they lost to Sri Lanka by 245 runs. It is also their second-heaviest defeat by runs in the history of men’s ODI cricket.

Matt Henry destroys India’s batting order with 6/27

Chasing 334 runs for victory, India needed a strong start from their experienced top order. Instead, the visitors suffered a collapse that completely changed the complexion of the contest.

Matt Henry struck immediately with the new ball, dismissing Rohit Sharma for a duck. Virat Kohli followed without opening his account, leaving India in serious trouble.

The situation became even worse when Shreyas Iyer, captaining the side in the match, was also dismissed for zero in the opening over.

India’s scorecard read 0/3, marking the first time in men’s ODI history that the team had lost its first three wickets without scoring a run. Such a start against an experienced New Zealand bowling attack left India with an enormous mountain to climb.

Henry continued troubling the Indian batters with his pace, accuracy and movement. The right-arm fast bowler eventually completed his six-wicket haul, finishing with 6/27 from 9.4 overs.

His final delivery of the innings was particularly memorable. Henry produced a toe-crushing yorker to knock Arshdeep Singh’s off-stump, ending India’s innings at 89 all out.

It was a remarkable individual performance that underlined Henry’s importance to New Zealand’s bowling attack.

Will Young’s 125 helps New Zealand post 333/10

Earlier, New Zealand won the first major battle with the bat after India elected to field first.

Opener Will Young delivered a career-best ODI performance, scoring 125 runs off 108 balls. His innings included 14 boundaries and four sixes, providing the foundation for New Zealand’s imposing total of 333/10.

Young received two early opportunities when Rohit Sharma and Ishan Kishan dropped catches on consecutive deliveries in the second over. India failed to capitalise on those chances, and the New Zealand opener made them pay with a magnificent century.

Tim Seifert also played an important role at the top of the order, scoring 58 runs from 48 deliveries. His aggressive batting helped New Zealand establish an excellent platform during the powerplay and middle overs.

Finn Allen added another 41 runs off just 30 balls. He looked dangerous during his stay before Rohit Sharma produced an excellent catch to send him back to the pavilion.

New Zealand maintained their scoring momentum throughout the innings and eventually finished with 333 runs in 50 overs.

For India, Axar Patel, Gurnoor Brar and Auqib Nabi picked up two wickets each. Arshdeep Singh and Naman Dhir claimed one wicket apiece.

However, India’s missed catching opportunities proved expensive as Will Young capitalised on his lifelines to produce a match-defining innings.

India bowled out for 89 after historic first-over collapse

India’s chase of 334 never recovered after losing three important wickets in the opening over.

Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli were expected to provide a strong foundation, while Shreyas Iyer had additional responsibility as the stand-in captain. However, all three returned to the dressing room without scoring.

The first-over collapse of 0/3 was India’s first such occurrence in men’s ODI cricket. It immediately put New Zealand in complete control of the contest.

The middle order also failed to provide resistance against the disciplined New Zealand attack. Indian batters struggled to build partnerships, while Henry and his teammates continued taking wickets at regular intervals.

Only three Indian players managed to reach double figures, reflecting the complete dominance of New Zealand’s bowling unit.

India eventually lost their ninth wicket at 89 before Henry returned to finish the innings by dismissing Arshdeep Singh. The visitors were bowled out for 89 in 26.4 overs.

The final margin was a staggering 244 runs.

India’s second-heaviest ODI defeat by runs

The defeat against New Zealand created an unwanted chapter in India’s ODI history.

India’s heaviest defeat in the format came against Sri Lanka in October 2000, when they lost by 245 runs. The 244-run defeat at Bay Oval is now their second-heaviest loss by runs and their biggest ODI defeat in 26 years.

The result also highlighted India’s difficulties against New Zealand’s fast bowlers. The visitors lost three senior batters in the opening over and never managed to establish control during the chase.

Finishing on 89 also made this India’s second-lowest ODI total against New Zealand.

For the hosts, the victory was a complete team performance. Will Young’s 125 off 108 balls gave them a competitive total, while Matt Henry’s 6/27 ensured India never came close to challenging the target.

India vs New Zealand 5th ODI: What happens next?

New Zealand’s 244-run victory has reduced India’s advantage in the five-match ODI series to 2-1, with one match remaining.

The fifth and final ODI is scheduled for November 15 at Bay Oval. India will be desperate to recover from this embarrassing performance and prevent New Zealand from levelling the series.

The Indian team management will have several concerns to address, particularly the top-order batting collapse and the failure to build partnerships under pressure.

New Zealand, meanwhile, will enter the final match with enormous confidence after producing one of their most dominant performances of the series.

Will India bounce back in the final ODI, or can New Zealand make it 2-2?

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