Once that stand ended, India fought back with regular strikes through a disciplined bowling effort. Harshit Rana swung the momentum by dismissing both Conway and Nicholls, applying pressure that led to a collapse from 117 for no loss to 198 for five.

Rohit Sharma's ODI batting has transformed since losing captaincy, with a significant decline in strike-rate, emphasizing stability over aggression.

Rohit Sharma hit two sixes during his stay in the first ODI against New Zealand, reaching a never-before-seen milestone in international cricket.

Superstars Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma were felicitated by the Baroda Cricket Association on Sunday, January 11. The unique manner of the celebration left the fans in splits.

Rohit Sharma failed to consolidate on a good start in the first ODI between India and New Zealand at Vadodara on Sunday, January 11.

Rohit Sharma created history and broke Chris Gayle's long-standing world record during the 1st ODI between India and New Zealand in Vadodara. The 38-year-old smashed two sixes during his knock of 26.

Star India batter Rohit Sharma now holds the record for most sixes by an opener in ODI cricket history. The 38-year-old already holds the record for most sixes in the format. Meanwhile, Virat Kohli and Shubman Gill scored a half-century each as India chase 301 runs.

Jay Shah honoured Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma before the start of the first ODI match of the series between India and New Zealand, on January 11.