By Admin 
IND vs NZ ODI: The rivalry in ODI cricket between India and New Zealand has always been exciting. Not only memorable innings have been seen in the matches played between the two teams, but the bowlers have also left their mark. Especially Indian bowlers have given many historic performances against New Zealand in the ODI format. If we look at the statistics, the dominance of some great bowlers in terms of taking wickets in India vs New Zealand ODI matches is clearly visible.
Javagal Srinath – India
The name at the top in this list is that of former Indian fast bowler Javagal Srinath. Srinath played 30 ODI matches against New Zealand between 1992 and 2003 and took 51 wickets while bowling in all 30 innings. His best performance was 4/23. During this period, his average was 20.41 and economy was 3.93, which shows his consistency and control. Srinath was India’s most successful ODI bowler against New Zealand for a long time.
Anil Kumble – India
At second place is India’s great leg spinner Anil Kumble. Kumble took 39 wickets in 31 matches against New Zealand between 1994 and 2003. His best bowling figure was 5/33. Kumble’s specialty was his accurate line-length and ability to take wickets under pressure. Although his average was slightly higher than Srinath’s at 27.84, his usefulness always remained on big occasions.
Mohammed Shami – India
At third place is the current star fast bowler Mohammed Shami. Who has left a big impact in very few matches. Shami has taken 38 wickets in only 16 ODI matches against New Zealand between 2014 and 2025. The special thing is that his average was 21.15 and strike rate was 20.68, which is one of the best in this list. Shami’s best performance was 7/57, which shows that he has the ability to single-handedly change the course of the match.
Tim Southee – New Zealand
The biggest name in this list from New Zealand is Tim Southee. Saudi has taken 38 wickets in 25 ODI matches against India. His best was 4/49. Although his average was 36.23, his contribution in taking wickets with the new ball has been important.
Kapil Dev – India
Apart from this, India’s great all-rounder Kapil Dev is also included in this list. Kapil Dev took 33 wickets in 29 ODI matches against New Zealand between 1979 and 1994. His tight bowling and experience have led India to many important victories.