Odi Series News - Latest Updates & Headlines
Pakistan penalized for slow over-rate in third ODI against New Zealand
New Delhi April 7: Pakistan has been penalized five percent of their match fee for having a slow over-rate against New Zealand in the third ODI in Mount Maunganui on Saturday, according to a press release from the ICC.
PCB defends Khushdil Shah after ugly fight with NZ fans post 0-3 loss in ODI series
New Delhi, April 5: Pakistan's disastrous tour of New Zealand ended not just with a third straight ODI defeat, but also in controversy as all-rounder Khushdil Shah lost his temper and got into an ugly confrontation with taunting fans at the Bay Oval in Mount Maunganui on Saturday. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) later issued a statement confirming the incident and defending their player's actions, citing abuse and anti-Pakistan slogans from a section of foreign, reportedly Afghan, spectators.
Bracewell lauds team effort as dominant NZ seal 3-0 ODI series whitewash vs Pakistan
Mount Maunganui, April 5: Stand-in skipper Michael Bracewell hailed a complete team performance as New Zealand wrapped up a clinical 43-run win over Pakistan in the third and final ODI at Mount Maunganui on Saturday to complete a 3-0 series whitewash. In a rain-curtailed contest at the Bay Oval, the Black Caps showcased their depth and discipline once again, capping off the home summer on a high.
Bracewell, Sears star as New Zealand complete 3-0 clean sweep over Pakistan
Mount Maunganui, April 5: New Zealand continued their dominance over Pakistan with a comprehensive 43-run win in the third ODI at Mount Maunganui, sealing a 3-0 series whitewash.
Pleasing to win 3-0: Bracewell expresses his joy after beating Pakistan 3-0
Mount Maunganui April 5: Ben Sears's second five-wicket haul on the trot inspired New Zealand (NZ) to whitewash Pakistan (PAK) with a 3-0 ODI series triumph, following their 43-run success in the third and final clash of the series at Bay Oval on Saturday.
New Zealand sweep series against Pakistan as Sears, Bracewell set up 43-run triumph in 3rd ODI
Mount Maunganui, April 5: Ben Sears's second five-wicket haul on the trot inspired New Zealand to whitewash Pakistan with a 3-0 ODI series triumph, following their 43-run success in the third and final clash of the series at Bay Oval on Saturday.
New Zealand's Mark Chapman ruled out of 3rd ODI against Pakistan; Seifert remains with squad
Mount Maunganui, April 4: New Zealand batter Mark Chapman, who missed the second ODI against Pakistan due to a hamstring injury, will sit out of the third and final game of the series on Saturday at Mount Maunganui.
Pakistan penalised five percent match fee for slow over-rate in second ODI against NZ
New Delhi, April 3: Pakistan have been penalised five percent of their match fee for maintaining a slow over-rate against New Zealand in the second ODI held at Seddon Park in Hamilton.
Betrayed us: Basit Ali drops unfiltered analysis on Pakistan's series defeat in NZ
Islamabad, April 3: Former cricketer Basit Ali felt "betrayed" and questioned the brand of cricket that Pakistan exhibited during the second ODI in Hamilton against New Zealand. He slammed Mohammad Rizwan for his "poor captaincy" and took a dig at the Pakistan team before the final ODI, saying they should announce New Zealand victorious and return.
Resign, don't ruin your reputation: Kamran sends strong message to PCB chairman after Pakistan's ODI series loss
Islamabad, April 3: Former wicketkeeper batter Kamran Akmal has launched a scathing tirade and urged Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Mohsin Naqvi to resign from his post if he can't improve the current status of the men's team.
We didn't utilise the swing, and they bowled very well: Rizwan on back to back defeats against New Zealand
Hamilton, April 2: After the defeat in the T-20 series against New Zealand 4-1, Pakistan has also lost the one-dayers after losing the second ODI by 84 runs in Hamilton on Wednesday. The Kiwis will now head to Mount Maunganui for the final ODI on Saturday, aiming for a clean sweep.
Mitchell Hay lauds New Zealand's performance in ODI against Pakistan, says good competition for spots
Hamilton, April 2: After registering a comfortable victory over Pakistan on Wednesday, New Zealand wicketkeeper-batter Mitchell Hay emphasized that while some players may lack international caps, the team is well-rounded.
The way we fought through the innings was great: Michael Bracewell reflects on New Zealand's victory against Pakistan
Hamilton, April 2: New Zealand secured the series against Pakistan with an emphatic 84-run victory in Hamilton on Wednesday. The Kiwis will head to Mount Maunganui for the final ODI on Saturday, aiming for a clean sweep.
NZ beat Pakistan in 2nd ODI to take unassailable series lead
Hamilton, April 2: New Zealand defeated Pakistan by 84 runs in the second ODI here at Seddon Park on Wednesday to take an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series.
New Zealand clinch series against Pakistan, eye whitewash in final ODI
Hamilton, April 2: New Zealand secured the series against Pakistan with an emphatic 84-run victory in Hamilton on Wednesday. The Kiwis will now head to Mount Maunganui for the final ODI on Saturday, aiming for a clean sweep.
Tim Seifert replaces injured Mark Chapman in New Zealand squad for second ODI against Pakistan
Hamilton, April 1: Right-hand explosive batter Tim Seifert has been named the replacement for the injured Mark Chapman on Tuesday ahead of the second ODI of the three-match home series.
India to tour Australia for ODI and T20I series in October, ahead of 2026 T20 World Cup
New Delhi, March 31: India is set to embark on a crucial white-ball tour of Australia later this year, featuring three One Day Internationals (ODIs) and five T20 Internationals (T20Is). The highly anticipated series will serve as a key test for both teams ahead of the ICC T20 World Cup in 2026, which will be co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka.
Pakistan's Usman Khan ruled out of second ODI against New Zealand
Hamilton, March 31: Pakistan opener Usman Khan, who made his debut in the first ODI against New Zealand, has been ruled out of the second ODI due to a hamstring injury, the ICC's official website reported.
Inhe joote maarne chahiye: Basit Ali's jaw-dropping remark on professors who backed Babar Azam as opener
Islamabad, March 30: Former cricketer and coach Basit Ali launched a scathing tirade after Pakistan's shambolic defeat against an inexperienced New Zealand side in the first ODI in Napier.
Latham ruled out of Pakistan ODIs with fractured hand, Bracewell to captain NZ
Napier, March 27: New Zealand wicket-keeper batter Tom Latham has been ruled out of the upcoming ODI series against Pakistan with a fractured right hand, New Zealand Cricket said on Thursday.
Tom Latham ruled out of New Zealand's ODI series against Pakistan with fractured right hand
Wellington, March 27: New Zealand wicketkeeper batter Tom Latham has been ruled out of the upcoming ODI series against Pakistan with a fractured right hand.
Maddy Green's century, Hannah Rowe's four-wicket haul seal series for New Zealand
Nelson, March 7: Maddy Green's superb century and Hannah Rowe's impressive four-wicket haul guided New Zealand to a commanding 78-run victory over Sri Lanka in the second ODI in Nelson. With this win, the White Ferns secured an unassailable 1-0 lead in the three-match series, with one game remaining, as per ESPNcricinfo.
Fran Jonas replaces injured Hayley Jensen in NZ squad for Sri Lanka ODIs
Auckland, March 2: New Zealand pacer Hayley Jensen has been ruled out of the women's ODI series against Sri Lanka after picking up a hip flexor injury during the warm-up ahead of the Hallyburton Johnstone Shield final on Saturday. Fran has joined the ODI squad tp replace Hayley.
NZW batter Bella James ruled out of out of ODI series against Sri Lanka Women due to a grade-two quadricep strain
Wellington, February 28: Ahead of the three-match ODI series against Sri Lanka, New Zealand Women's right-hand batter Bella James has been ruled out for the upcoming series due to a grade-two quadricep strain on her right leg on Friday, ESPNcricinfo reported.
Lauren Down replaces Bella James for Sri Lanka ODIs
Auckland, Feb 28: Bella James has been sidelined for New Zealand women's ODI series against Sri Lanka due to a grade-two quadricep strain in her right leg. Her rehabilitation is expected to take three to six weeks.
Kusal's century, spinners excellence help Sri Lanka stun world champions Australia with 2-0 ODI series loss
Colombo, February 14: A century by Kusal Mendis and incredible spells by spinners Wanindu Hasaranga and Dunith Wellalage helped Sri Lanka complete a series whitewash against Australia, thumping the world champions by 174 runs in the second ODI at Colombo on Friday.
Sri Lanka crush Australia by record 174-run in ODI series sweep
Colombo, Feb 14: Sri Lanka delivered a commanding performance, bowling Australia out for their lowest-ever ODI total in Asia to seal a 174-run victory and complete a dominant 3-0 series sweep at the R. Premadasa Stadium here on Friday.
Gautam Gambhir backs Shubman Gill after stellar ODI series against England
Ahmedabad, February 13: Shubman Gill once again proved his class with a match-winning 112 off 102 balls in the final ODI against England in Ahmedabad, helping India secure a dominant 3-0 series victory. His exceptional performances throughout the series earned him the "Player of the Series" award, as he finished as the leading run-scorer with 259 runs at an average of 86.33 and a strike rate of 103.60.
England's training methods under scrutiny after ODI whitewash in India
Ahmedabad, February 13: England's training schedule during their recent ODI series against India has come under heavy criticism, with high-profile commentators questioning the team's sparse practice sessions. The debate intensified following their crushing 142-run defeat in Ahmedabad, which sealed a 3-0 series whitewash.
Jos Buttler admits England were outplayed by India after 3-0 series defeat
Ahmedabad, February 13: England captain Jos Buttler acknowledged his team's shortcomings after they suffered a crushing 142-run defeat against India in the final ODI in Ahmedabad, and lost the series 3-0.
Shreyas Iyer wasn't supposed to be benched throughout England series: India head coach Gautam Gambhir
Ahmedabad, February 13: India head coach Gautam Gambhir finally lifted the veil over whether Shreyas Iyer was supposed to be benched throughout the three ODIs against England by affirming that the 30-year-old batter was always in the "scheme of things."
Tri-Nation Series: Rizwan, Agha struck tons as Pakistan beat South Africa with highest-ever chase
Karachi, Feb 12: Skipper Mohammad Rizwan and Salman Agha struck centuries and shared a 260-run partnership to help mount the highest-ever run chase for Pakistan in ODIs as they beat South Africa by six wickets and seal a place in the final of the Tri-Nation ODI Series here on Wednesday.
From unfulfilled desire to change in technique: Shreyas Iyer reveals most satisfying thing for him
Ahmedabad, February 12: Following the series win against England, Indian batter Shreyas Iyer, who had a fine series with two half-centuries, expressed how time away from international cricket helped him work on his technique in domestic cricket and his unfulfilled desire to have scored a century in the series.
Rohit Sharma backs team's free-flowing brand of cricket following series win over England
Ahmedabad, February 12: Following his side's 142-run win over England in the third ODI, Indian skipper Rohit Sharma said that his team will continue playing its fearless, free-flowing brand of cricket with freedom that they started during the 50-over World Cup at home in 2023.
Clinical India crush England by 142 runs, secure series clean sweep ahead of Champions Trophy
Ahmedabad, February 12: Fine bowling performances by bowlers and top knocks by Shubman Gill, Shreyas Iyer and Virat Kohli helped India secure a clean sweep series win over England, with a 142-run win in the third ODI at Ahmedabad's Narendra Modi Stadium on Wednesday.
Didn't do anything wrong in this series: Rohit Sharma hails a flawless Indian performance
Ahmedabad, Feb 12: India absolutely steamrolled England in the three-game ODI series and secured a clean sweep with a 142-run win over the visitors in the third and final ODI at Narendra Modi Stadium here on Wednesday. Skipper Rohit Sharma, who entered the series with questions over his form, silenced his critics with an emphatic display by his side.
3rd ODI: England were outplayed by 'fantastic' India, says Jos Buttler after big defeat
Ahmedabad, Feb 12: England skipper Jos Buttler admitted his team were outplayed by India in the three-match ODI series which concluded with a 142-run defeat for the visitors at Narendra Modi Stadium here on Wednesday.
3rd ODI: Gill's ton, all-round bowling show help India sweep England 3-0
Ahmedabad, Feb 12: Opener Shubman Gill's majestic 112, along with solid half-centuries by Shreyas Iyer (78) and Virat Kohli (52), propelled India to a massive 356 in the third and final ODI against England. This commanding total proved too much for the visitors, who were bowled out for 214, handing India a comprehensive 142-run victory and a 3-0 series clean sweep.
3rd ODI: England batters fail to impress again as India clean sweep series with 142-run win
Ahmedabad, Feb 12: England batters once again failed to impress as Harshit Rana, Axar Patel, Arshdeep Singh, and Hardik Pandya claimed two wickets each to seal an emphatic 142-run victory for India in the third ODI at the Narendra Modi Stadium here on Wednesday. Despite getting off to a great start, England failed to capitalise on the solid start, and inconsistency through their batting order once again raised many red flags for the side heading into the 2025 Champions Trophy.
3rd ODI: England opts to bat as India eyes clean sweep; Sundar, Arshdeep, Kuldeep return
Ahmedabad, February 12: England captain Jos Buttler won the toss and opted to field against India in the third and final ODI of the series at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Wednesday.