Download AppNewsSportsCricketIndia bowlers bail batters out to rescue New Zealand series win India's bowlers defended 209 by dismissing New Zealand for 187 in the finale. The 22-run victory secured a 3-1 series triumph after the batters struggled.Arshdeep was at his clutch best with his 3 wicket haul in India's win.
India's bowlers came to the rescue after their batters had left them with just 209 to defend. Arshdeep Singh led the fightback with a three-wicket haul, but his most important contribution came in the 43rd over.
With New Zealand still fighting at 158/7, Arshdeep produced a wicket maiden, removing Kristian Clarke and leaving the hosts at 161/8, needing 49 runs with only two wickets in hand. Mohammed Siraj, back in the XI, chipped in with two wickets, while Auqib Nabi and ODI debutant Yash Thakur made valuable contributions.
India's pacers found movement and swing as the evening progressed, and Ruturaj Gaikwad's sharp catch added to the pressure. New Zealand were eventually bowled out for 187, handing India a 22-run win and a 3-1 series triumph.(This is a developing story...)- Ends