Many memorable matches have been played in ODI cricket between India and New Zealand. Sometimes big scores and sometimes a thrill that lasted till the last over was seen. However, there have been some matches in this rivalry, where the batting of both the teams completely faltered and very few runs were recorded on the scoreboard. These matches still surprise cricket fans.
India vs New Zealand – Visakhapatnam 2016
The lowest score in ODI history between India and New Zealand was recorded on 29 October 2016 in Visakhapatnam. In this match, the New Zealand team was all out for just 79 runs in the second innings. The Indian bowlers performed brilliantly on the home pitch and did not give the Kiwi batsmen a chance to recover. India won this match easily and New Zealand had to face a crushing defeat.
India vs New Zealand – Dambulla 2010
In the match played in Dambulla on 10 August 2010, the Indian team was reduced to only 88 runs. This is India’s second lowest score against New Zealand. New Zealand’s bowlers took full advantage of the help provided by the pitch. India had to face defeat in this match and this match remained a cause of disappointment for Indian fans for a long time.
India vs New Zealand – Hamilton 2019
In the ODI played in Hamilton on 31 January 2019, the Indian team could score only 92 runs. This match was very bad for India, where the entire batting unit disintegrated under pressure. New Zealand’s fast bowlers broke India’s back by giving initial blows and the visiting team had to face defeat.
India vs New Zealand – Chennai 2010
On 10 December 2010, New Zealand team could score only 103 runs in the first innings in Chennai. Indian bowlers took full advantage of the home conditions. Although the score was low, the dominance of the bowlers was clearly visible in the match and New Zealand lost the match.
India vs New Zealand – Christchurch 2003
On January 1, 2003, the Indian team was all out for 108 runs in Christchurch. On foreign pitches, Indian batsmen could not stand against the swing and bounce of New Zealand. India had to face defeat in this match also.

