Watch| Kohli shatters multiple records in Kotambi Stadium against NZ:BCCI honoured Virat Rohit Sharma in Baroda; India chased 300+ target for the 20th time

India registered a thrilling four-wicket win over New Zealand in the first ODI at the BCA Stadium in Vadodara on 11 January, successfully chasing a challenging target of 301. Virat Kohli anchored the chase with a superb 93, holding the innings together as India built crucial partnerships. Although New Zealand struck back late with a cluster of wickets, India kept their nerve to cross the line. KL Rahul played a decisive role at the end, smashing a hat-trick of boundaries to seal the victory and cap off an exciting run chase. His calm finishing ensured India reached the target despite the pressure created by New Zealand’s late surge. The series now moves to Rajkot, where the second ODI will be played on 14 January. Earlier, India captain Shubman Gill won the toss and opted to bowl first. New Zealand made a strong start through Devon Conway, who scored 56, and Henry Nicholls, who added 62. India pulled things back with timely breakthroughs, restricting the visitors to 300 for 8. The first-ever international match at the BCA Stadium lived up to expectations, delivering a high-quality and entertaining contest for the fans. IND vs NZ, first ODI, top moments 1. BCCI honoured Virat Rohit in Kotambi Stadium Kotambi Stadium hosted its first men’s international match. Before the game, Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma were honoured by the Baroda Cricket Association. Both legends emerged from a cabinet and received a warm welcome from officials and fans. BCCI President Mithun Manhas and ICC Chairperson Jay Shah were also present there to honour the Indian legendary duo. 2. ‘Superman’ Glenn Phillips dropped Shubman Gill Captain Shubman Gill got a lifeline on 8 runs when Glenn Phillips dropped his catch at backward point. Gill made full use of the chance and scored a valuable 56 runs. IND vs NZ, first ODI, records 1. Virat Kohli’s 5th consecutive 50+ score Virat Kohli scored more than 50 runs for the fifth consecutive time in ODIs. After failing to score in the first two matches against Australia in October, he made a strong comeback with a fifty in the third ODI. He then scored two centuries and a fifty against South Africa, followed by 93 runs against New Zealand. This is the fifth time Kohli has scored 50+ runs in five consecutive ODI innings, the most by any player. Quinton de Kock, Kane Williamson and Babar Azam have achieved this feat only twice each. 2. Kohli becomes the fastest to score 28 thousand runs Virat Kohli completed 28,000 international runs while scoring his 25th run in this innings. He achieved this milestone in just 624 innings, becoming the fastest player to reach the mark. The previous record was held by Sachin Tendulkar, who reached 28,000 runs in 644 innings. 3. Virat becomes the second-highest run scorer When Kohli reached 42 runs in his innings, he became the second-highest run scorer in international cricket, going past Kumar Sangakkara’s 28,016 runs. Kohli now has 28,068 runs, while Sachin Tendulkar remains at the top with 34,357 runs. 4. Team India chased 300+ target for the 20th time India successfully chased a 300+ target for the 20th time in ODIs, the most by any team. India – 20 times England – 15 times Australia – 14 times This once again highlights India’s strength while batting second. 5. Virat is the oldest Indian to get out in the 90s At 37 years and 67 days, Virat Kohli became the oldest Indian batter to get out between 90 and 99 in ODIs. He broke Sunil Gavaskar’s record, which was 36 years and 282 days old when he was dismissed in the 90s. Overall, Kohli has been dismissed in the 90s nine times in ODIs, including once on 99 runs against the West Indies. 6. Opener Rohit hits the most ODI sixes Rohit Sharma hit two sixes in his 26-run innings. With this, he became the opener with the most sixes in ODI cricket, breaking Chris Gayle’s record of 328 sixes. Rohit now has 329 sixes as an opener. Across all positions, RRohit holds the record with 357 ODI sixes. Tests: 88 sixes T20Is: 205 sixes All formats combined: 648 sixes (most in cricket)