One reckons that the one-day international rivalry between India and New Zealand has always been competitive and closely fought. These are two exceedingly bright, hugely impressive and competitive teams one of which is a world power and the other, so often a sentimental favourite.
Having said that, the two teams have – soon to play each other in an exciting fifth over bi lateral series- have played over a hundred ODIs against each other, with India holding a slight edge in terms of total wins.
However, the numbers show that New Zealand have often matched India, making this one of the more balanced rivalries in international cricket.
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India have traditionally performed well against New Zealand in home conditions, where their strong batting line-up and spin bowlers have played a key role. On slower sub-continent pitches, India have managed to control matches and win series comfortably. In contrast, New Zealand have found more success in conditions that support pace and swing, especially in New Zealand and at neutral venues.
What stands out in this rivalry is New Zealand’s record in major ICC tournaments. Despite India’s better overall head-to-head record, New Zealand have won several important World Cup matches against India, including high-pressure knockout games. These results have often shaped public perception of the contest.
Overall, India versus New Zealand in ODIs is a rivalry where matches are rarely one-sided. Both teams have enjoyed periods of dominance, and many games have gone down to the final overs, keeping fans engaged over the years!
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India vs New Zealand ODI Records:
118 ODIs played
India won-60
NZ won- 50
No results- 10
Tied games- 1
