India all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy smashed his maiden ODI fifty in the third ODI against New Zealand at Indore's Holkar Cricket Stadium on Sunday. The 22-year-old scored 53 runs off 57 balls, hitting two fours and two sixes. The Visakhapatnam-born cricketer, who already has a Test hundred and a T20I fifty to his name, celebrated by doing the 'Pushpa' move.

India have suffered several historic losses since head coach Gautam Gambhir took over 17 months ago. India lost an ODI series to Sri Lanka after 27 years, a home Test series after 12 years, their first-ever home Test and ODI series to New Zealand. India also lost a Test series against South Africa at home after 25 years.

Indian shuttler Lakshya Sen's coach Vimal Kumar defended the Badminton Association of India (BAI) after the body faced criticism over cleanliness issues at the India Open 2026 venue. "When the stadium is handed to BAI, it should be given in top-class conditions," he said. Vimal added, "You can't hand over a dilapidated premises to an organiser and then blame them."

Team India bowling all-rounder Harshit Rana scored his first-ever fifty in international cricket on Sunday, reaching his half-century off 41 deliveries in the third ODI against New Zealand in Indore. Batting at number eight, Harshit scored 52 runs off 43 balls, including four sixes and four fours. Harshit shared a 99-run partnership for the seventh wicket with Kohli.

Rohit Sharma hailed Tilak Varma as India's biggest match-winner ahead of the T20 World Cup 2026, saying, "I feel he has something special. His attitude is excellent, and his temperament is superb." The former captain praised his versatility and finishing ability, calling him a vital asset for India.

In the decisive third ODI between India and New Zealand in Indore, regular skipper Michael Bracewell was not seen on the field during a crucial period of play. Stand-in captain Daryl Mitchell took charge of New Zealand’s on-field leadership. The reason for Bracewell’s absence is a calf injury as Mitchell marshalled the bowling attack.

As India’s chase unravelled in the third ODI against New Zealand, Virat Kohli stood firm with a battling half-century. Registering his 78th ODI fifty, Kohli remained India’s last hope while partners fell around him, underlining his ability to shoulder responsibility in high-pressure situations.

Nitish Kumar Reddy has once again responded when India needed him the most. The all-rounder struck his maiden ODI half-century in the India vs New Zealand series decider at the Holkar Stadium in Indore on Sunday. The 22-year-old has been under severe criticism for his lack of performances, but shut his detractors with a fine show against the Kiwis.

Former India wicketkeeper-batter Dinesh Karthik praised Team India's T20 record, winning 29 of their last 36 matches, but expressed concerns over their death bowling. He noted India's spin-heavy approach with Varun Chakravarthy, Kuldeep Yadav, and Axar Patel, while only one pacer features regularly. Karthik said defending totals late in games could be challenging.

Daryl Mitchell's brilliant ODI series vs India, with two centuries and a fifty, left fans awestruck. Many called him "more dangerous than Travis Head", while others praised his calm and clinical batting. Social media hailed him as unstoppable, with fans saying, "Absolute class!" and "India's nightmare continues," highlighting Mitchell's dominance and consistency.