New Zealand produced a superb performance to beat India by 244 runs in the fourth ODI at Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui, on Friday, November 13, 2026. The hosts put 333 runs on the board in their 50 overs. In reply, India could manage only 89 runs in 26.4 overs. This result gave New Zealand a huge win and placed fresh attention on India’s weak show with the bat.
Will Young was the star with the bat for New Zealand. He scored 125 runs from 108 balls and helped his team reach a strong total. Matt Henry then led the attack with the ball. He took six wickets for just 27 runs and broke the back of India’s top order in the very first over.
Despite this defeat, India still lead the five-match ODI series 2-1. New Zealand cannot win the series, but a victory in the final match can help them level the score at 2-2. The last game will take place at the same venue on Sunday, November 15.
Will Young Leads New Zealand to 333 Runs
New Zealand had a clear plan after India won the toss and chose to bowl first. The hosts made good use of the chance to bat on a surface that offered good value for shots. Their openers gave the team a solid start and put pressure on the Indian bowlers.
Will Young played the best knock of the day. He scored 125 runs from 108 balls, with 14 fours and four sixes. His strike rate was 115.74. This was his fifth ODI century and his best score in the format.
Young also had some luck early in his stay at the crease. India dropped him twice on two back-to-back balls in the second over. Rohit Sharma and Ishan Kishan could not hold their chances. New Zealand made full use of this mistake, as Young went on to score a major century.
His knock was vital for the home side. Young kept the score at a good pace and made sure that India had no easy way back into the match. He also showed good control against both pace and spin.
Tim Seifert gave him strong support at the other end. The wicketkeeper-batter scored 58 runs from 48 balls. His knock had six fours and three sixes. The pair helped New Zealand build a solid base for a big total.
Finn Allen also played a useful role. He scored 41 runs from 30 balls, with five fours and two sixes. His quick runs helped New Zealand move past the 200-run mark at a good rate.
New Zealand’s Lower Order Adds More Runs
After the top order had done its job, the lower order made sure that New Zealand did not lose its pace. Michael Bracewell scored 15 runs, while captain Mitchell Santner added 24 from 29 balls.
Kristian Clarke also made a useful 22 runs from 22 balls. Kyle Jamieson remained not out on 19 from 21 balls. Matt Henry and Matthew Fisher added two and one run, respectively.
New Zealand were all out for 333 in 50 overs. The team had a run rate of 6.66, which gave its bowlers a strong total to defend.
For India, Axar Patel was the most successful bowler. He took two wickets for 39 runs in his 10 overs. Gurnoor Brar and Auqib Nabi also took two wickets each. Arshdeep Singh and Naman Dhir took one wicket each.
However, India’s bowlers could not stop Young and Seifert from build a strong base. The hosts had enough runs on the board to put the Indian batters under serious pressure.
Matt Henry Shocks India in the First Over
India needed 334 runs to win the match. The target was tough, but the team had enough top-order quality to make a strong attempt. However, the chase soon turned into a disaster.
Matt Henry gave New Zealand the perfect start with the ball. He took three wickets in the very first over and left India at 0 for 3. Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli and captain Shreyas Iyer all lost their wickets for ducks.
This was a major blow for India. The three early wickets put the team under huge pressure before it could settle into the chase. Henry used the right line and length and made full use of the conditions.
Rohit fell for zero after just one ball. Kohli also failed to score and lost his wicket after four balls. Shreyas Iyer was out for a duck after he faced just one ball.
Henry’s spell changed the match in a very short time. New Zealand had the upper hand, and India had a mountain to climb.
India Fail to Recover from Early Wickets
After the early shock, Ruturaj Gaikwad was the next batter to lose his wicket. He scored five runs from 13 balls before Kyle Jamieson sent him back.
India were in deep trouble, but Ishan Kishan and Axar Patel tried to bring some order to the chase. Kishan scored 27 runs from 53 balls, while Axar made 21 from 36 balls.
The pair added 44 runs for the fifth wicket. Their stand helped India avoid an even worse result, but it was not enough to put pressure on New Zealand.
Kishan tried to hold one end while Axar looked for chances to score. However, the required run rate was too high, and the regular loss of wickets made the task harder.
Naman Dhir also scored 21 runs from 24 balls. He hit two sixes and tried to add some quick runs. Yet, India could not build another useful stand.
Matthew Fisher then made a strong impact. He took three wickets and removed Axar Patel, Naman Dhir and Auqib Nabi. Henry took three more wickets after his superb first over.
Kuldeep Yadav scored just one run, while Gurnoor Brar made two. Arshdeep Singh remained not out on zero. India were all out for 89 in 26.4 overs.
Matt Henry Wins Player of the Match Award
Matt Henry was the clear choice for the Player of the Match award. He took six wickets for 27 runs in 9.4 overs. His spell had a huge effect on the result, as he removed key Indian batters at crucial moments.
His first-over burst was the most important part of the match. The quick wickets of Rohit, Kohli and Iyer left India with almost no room for error. Henry later returned to remove more batters and complete a superb six-wicket haul.
Matthew Fisher also played a major role with three wickets. Kyle Jamieson took one wicket and gave New Zealand further control over the match.
The New Zealand bowlers showed great discipline. They did not allow the Indian batters to form a long partnership or build any real pressure on the hosts.
India’s Batting Raises Serious Questions
The defeat will raise many questions about India’s approach with the bat. A total of 89 runs is far below the level expected from a team with India’s ODI record and talent.
The early loss of three key batters was a major reason for the collapse. Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli are two of India’s most trusted batters, while Shreyas Iyer had the added duty of captaincy in this match.
Their quick exits put the rest of the team under pressure. The middle and lower order could not find a way to deal with the New Zealand pace attack.
India also missed Shubman Gill and KL Rahul. Both players were absent as they prepared for the upcoming two-Test series against New Zealand, which starts on Wednesday, November 18.
Shreyas Iyer said after the match that India would review its performance. He also gave credit to Henry for his superb spell. Iyer noted the difference between the two sides and the way New Zealand used the conditions.
India will need a much better plan for the final ODI. The batters must show more patience, make better choices against pace and avoid the sort of early collapse that took place in this match.
New Zealand Stay Alive in the Series
Although New Zealand cannot win the five-match series, this victory gives the hosts a chance to finish on level terms. India won the first two matches and took a 2-0 lead. The third ODI was abandoned due to rain, while New Zealand won the fourth match by 244 runs.
The series score now stands at 2-1 in India’s favour. A New Zealand win in the last match would make the final score 2-2.
For New Zealand, the result is a major boost after a tough start to the series. The team showed that it can challenge India with both bat and ball. Young’s century and Henry’s six-wicket haul will give the hosts plenty of confidence.
India, on the other hand, will want to put this defeat behind them. The team has already secured the series and can still finish with a 3-1 result.
What to Expect from the Fifth ODI?
The fifth and final ODI will take place on Sunday, November 15, at Bay Oval in Mount Maunganui. The match is set for 7:30 AM IST.
India will aim to end the tour’s ODI part with a win. The team has a strong chance to do so, but its batters must show better form. The top order will be under close watch after the poor result in the fourth match.
New Zealand will look for another strong show at home. A win would help the hosts level the series and end the ODI contest on a positive note.
Matt Henry’s absence from the final ODI will also be a key factor, as he will not be part of New Zealand’s side for that match. His six-wicket spell has already given his team a major boost.
Final Words
New Zealand’s 244-run win over India was one of the biggest results of this ODI series. Will Young’s 125 gave the hosts a strong total of 333, while Matt Henry’s six wickets left India with no real chance in the chase.
India’s total of 89 was a major disappointment, especially after its strong start to the series. The team must now focus on a better show in the final match.
With India ahead 2-1, the series is still in its final stage. New Zealand will aim to level the score, while India will look for a 3-1 finish. The fifth ODI on November 15 promises to be an important test for both sides.
