INDW vs NZW ODI: New Zealand Thrashes India to Level Series

India Lost by 62 Runs in Christchurch

In a thrilling One Day International (ODI) encounter at Hagley Oval in Christchurch, New Zealand, the White Ferns defeated India by 62 runs on Tuesday, February 14th, 2023. The match marked the second game of the three-match ODI series, with the series now level at 1-1.

New Zealand Dominates with Bat and Ball

New Zealand won the toss and elected to bat first. The hosts posted a formidable total of 279/8 in their allotted 50 overs. Amelia Kerr top-scored for the White Ferns with a brilliant century, scoring 119 runs off 135 deliveries, including 11 fours and a six. Suzie Bates also chipped in with a valuable 41 runs. For India, Renuka Singh Thakur was the pick of the bowlers, taking three wickets.

In response, India struggled to keep up with the required run rate. Despite a half-century from Yastika Bhatia (66 runs off 83 balls), the visitors were bowled out for 217 runs in 46.3 overs. Lea Tahuhu and Hannah Rowe claimed three wickets each for New Zealand.

Kerr and Tahuhu Shine for New Zealand

Amelia Kerr's all-round performance earned her the Player of the Match award. She not only scored a match-winning century but also took two wickets with her leg-spin bowling. Lea Tahuhu was equally impressive with the ball, taking three crucial wickets and conceding only 41 runs in her 10 overs.

India will have a chance to clinch the series in the final ODI, which will be played at the same venue on Thursday, February 16th, 2023. The series is crucial for both teams as they prepare for the upcoming ICC Women's World Cup in South Africa.