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Virat Kohli Takes Diving Slip Catch to Remove Nathan Smith, Celebrates with Bow and Arrow Pose

Virat Kohli took a low diving catch at second slip to dismiss Nathan Smith in the 29th over of the first India-New Zealand ODI at Eden Park, Auckland, on November 4, 2026.
The catch came off Anshul Kamboj's bowling after Smith edged a full delivery outside off stump; Kohli dived to his right and held the ball just above the ground.
Smith's dismissal left New Zealand at 115/7, according to the match report.
Kohli followed the catch with a 'Bow and Arrow' celebration that drew attention in the match coverage.
Earlier, Rohit Sharma helped create another New Zealand wicket by collecting Daryl Mitchell's nudge at mid-wicket; KL Rahul completed the run-out behind the stumps.

Virat Kohli Closes in on Sachin Tendulkar’s New Zealand ODI Run Record

Virat Kohli has scored 514 runs in 11 ODIs played in New Zealand and is third on the Indian run-scoring list in the country.
Sachin Tendulkar leads the list with 652 runs from 18 ODIs in New Zealand; Kohli needs 139 more to move ahead.
Virender Sehwag is second with 598 runs from 12 matches, while MS Dhoni and Rahul Dravid complete the top five.
Kohli has one century and four half-centuries in New Zealand ODIs, with a highest score of 123.
India's five-match ODI series against New Zealand begins in Auckland on November 4, 2026.

Auqib Nabi Added to India Squad for First Three New Zealand ODIs After Prasidh Krishna Exit

The BCCI added Auqib Nabi to India's squad for the first three ODIs against New Zealand on October 31, 2026.
Nabi was originally selected only for the fourth and fifth ODIs, but is now available from the series opener on November 4 in Auckland.
Prasidh Krishna was ruled out of the five-match series after failing to obtain fitness clearance while recovering from a hamstring injury.
Nabi made his ODI debut against the West Indies in Guwahati in September 2026.
The 29-year-old right-arm pacer took six wickets across two innings in an India A unofficial Test against New Zealand A at Lincoln.

Devdutt Padikkal Hits Career-Best India A Score With Century Against New Zealand A

Padikkal reached his century in 128 balls on Day 3 of the first unofficial Test at Bert Sutcliffe Oval in Lincoln.
The left-hander went past 150 to register his highest first-class score for India A.
Padikkal and Sai Sudharsan added 215 runs for the third wicket after India A slipped to 10 for two.
Sudharsan scored 92, narrowly missing a century.
Padikkal’s century was his 12th in first-class cricket and his third for India A in 16 appearances.

Did you know? Facts about KL Rahul

Kohli was stationed at second slip when he took the catch, rather than in the outfield. Read the story →
The wicket was Anshul Kamboj's breakthrough in the middle overs, with Kohli completing the chance close to the ground. Read the story →
The 'Bow and Arrow' pose was the celebration reported after the catch, distinct from Kohli's more familiar animated fist-pumping reactions. Read the story →
Rohit Sharma's contribution to Daryl Mitchell's run-out came six overs before Kohli's catch, in the 22nd over. Read the story →
Kohli's highest ODI score in New Zealand is 123, while Tendulkar's best is an unbeaten 163. Read the story →
Virender Sehwag has the highest batting average among the five players listed, at 54.36. Read the story →
MS Dhoni's 72.14 average is the highest among the top five, despite his total of 505 runs being fourth on the list. Read the story →
Tendulkar and Kohli each have one century and four half-centuries in ODIs played in New Zealand. Read the story →
Nabi's inclusion means he is now part of India's squad for all five ODIs, rather than only the final two matches as first announced. Read the story →
The BCCI's original October 16 squad announcement had made Prasidh Krishna's selection conditional on fitness clearance. Read the story →
Nabi featured in the first unofficial Test between India A and New Zealand A in Lincoln shortly before the squad update. Read the story →
Padikkal crossed 1,000 first-class runs for India A during the innings. Read the story →

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Virat Kohli Takes Diving Slip Catch to Remove Nathan Smith, Celebrates with Bow and Arrow Pose

Virat Kohli produced a sharp low catch at second slip to dismiss Nathan Smith in India's first ODI against New Zealand in Auckland. The catch off Anshul Kamboj reduced New Zealand to 115/7 and was followed by Kohli's 'Bow and Arrow' celebration.

Virat Kohli Closes in on Sachin Tendulkar’s New Zealand ODI Run Record

Virat Kohli needs 139 more runs to surpass Sachin Tendulkar as India's leading run-scorer in ODIs played in New Zealand. Kohli has 514 runs from 11 matches ahead of the five-match series beginning in Auckland on November 4.

Auqib Nabi Added to India Squad for First Three New Zealand ODIs After Prasidh Krishna Exit

India have brought Auqib Nabi into the squad for the opening three ODIs against New Zealand after Prasidh Krishna was ruled out with a hamstring injury. Nabi was already named for the final two matches.

Devdutt Padikkal Hits Career-Best India A Score With Century Against New Zealand A

Devdutt Padikkal struck his 12th first-class century and passed 150 for his highest India A score, while a 215-run stand with Sai Sudharsan revived India A against New Zealand A in Lincoln.

India A Struggle After 113 All Out as New Zealand A Build First-Innings Lead in Lincoln

India A were bowled out for 113 in the first unofficial Test at Lincoln, with Yash Rathod making 44 and Simon Keene taking five wickets. New Zealand A responded strongly and were building a substantial first-innings lead on Day 2.

India A Collapse for 113 with Five Ducks as Simon Keene Takes Five Against New Zealand A

India A were bowled out for 113 in the first innings of the opening unofficial Test at Lincoln, with five batters making ducks and Simon Keene taking five wickets for New Zealand A.

India A Begin New Zealand Tour as Rahul and Jaiswal Lead Red-Ball Preparation Without Pant

India A open their three-match four-day series against New Zealand A in Lincoln on October 24. KL Rahul and Yashasvi Jaiswal headline the batting group, while Rishabh Pant remains unavailable for the first two games with a side strain.

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Bumrah Returns as Pant and Prasidh Krishna Make India’s New Zealand Test Squad

India have named Jasprit Bumrah in their Test squad for the two-match New Zealand series, while Rishabh Pant and Prasidh Krishna are included subject to fitness clearance. Shubman Gill will captain the side, with KL Rahul as vice-captain.

Karun Nair’s Unbeaten 81 Keeps Karnataka in the Fight Against Andhra in Ranji Trophy

Karun Nair struck an unbeaten 81 to steady Karnataka after a top-order collapse against Andhra in their Ranji Trophy season opener. Karnataka reached 176/4 in their second innings, taking a 32-run lead into the final day in Vijayawada.

KL Rahul Falls for Four as Andhra Fight Back Against Karnataka in Ranji Trophy

KL Rahul scored four as Karnataka were bowled out for 274 against Andhra in their Ranji Trophy opener. Andhra responded with a strong batting effort, led by S.V. Rahul’s unbeaten 108 on his first-class debut.

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Ranji Trophy 2026-27 Day 1: Jaiswal Falls for Duck, KL Rahul Scores Four as India Stars Struggle

The Ranji Trophy 2026-27 season began with a difficult morning for India Test batters Yashasvi Jaiswal and KL Rahul. Jaiswal was dismissed for a duck against Chandigarh, while Rahul made four against Andhra as Karnataka lost early wickets. Defending champions Jammu and Kashmir also began their title

Vinay Kumar Begins Karnataka Coaching Stint as KL Rahul Returns for Ranji Trophy Opener

Karnataka begin their 2026–27 Ranji Trophy campaign under new head coach R. Vinay Kumar, with KL Rahul included in the squad for the opening match against Andhra. R. Smaran will captain the side, while Devdutt Padikkal is absent from the announced squad as Karnataka prepare for a new domestic season

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