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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.

Hardik Pandya to Play Domestic Cricket Before India Return, Shubman Gill Says

India captain Shubman Gill said Hardik Pandya will play some domestic cricket before returning to the Indian team.
Gill made the comments at a press conference ahead of India's first ODI against New Zealand on November 4, 2026.
Pandya has not played competitive cricket since the IPL 2026 season and is undergoing rehabilitation at the BCCI Centre of Excellence.
Gill highlighted Pandya's value as a pace-bowling all-rounder who can operate with both the new and old ball.
Pandya had been expected to return through India A's one-day matches against Australia A but suffered another fitness setback before the series.

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.

Did you know? Facts about Shubman Gill

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 →
Gill pointed to Pandya's ability to bowl with both the new and old ball as a major part of his value to India. Read the story →
Pandya's last competitive appearance was for Mumbai Indians in the IPL on May 24, 2026, according to reports. Read the story →
Gill said Pandya's return would help address India's No. 7 and No. 8 batting positions in ODIs. Read the story →
Pandya was included provisionally in the India A squad for the Australia A one-day series, subject to fitness clearance, before another setback disrupted the plan. 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 →

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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.

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Hardik Pandya to Play Domestic Cricket Before India Return, Shubman Gill Says

India captain Shubman Gill says Hardik Pandya is expected to play domestic cricket before returning to the national side. The all-rounder has been sidelined since the IPL and is recovering at the BCCI Centre of Excellence.

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.

S Sharath Says Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli Still Matter as India Plans Team Transition

Former selector S Sharath says Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli remain important to India’s team environment, while stressing that selection must balance individual roles, conditions and overall team composition.

🟢 Confirmed · The Hindu

Ravi Shastri Backs Bhuvneshwar Kumar’s India T20I Return Ahead of New Zealand Tour

Ravi Shastri says Bhuvneshwar Kumar’s experience makes his India T20I recall an obvious choice ahead of the five-match New Zealand series beginning October 22. The 36-year-old pacer returns to the national setup after nearly four years away.

🟢 Confirmed · BCCI

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.

Shubman Gill and Shafali Verma Win ICC Player of the Month Awards for September

Shubman Gill and Shafali Verma have won the ICC Men’s and Women’s Player of the Month awards for September 2026. Gill claimed his fifth monthly award after a record-breaking ODI double-century, while Shafali was recognised for her influential performances in the Women’s Asia Cup and Asian Games.

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