India's Lowest ODI Totals vs New Zealand

Soumyajit Dutta

India team disappointed after NZ 4th ODI [Source: AFP]

The Indian cricket team had a horrible outing against New Zealand in the 4th ODI of the ongoing five-match series. From Virat Kohli to Ishan Kishan, a disappointing run went through where New Zealand’s pace bowling attack came out as victors.

After three wickets fell in the first over, India’s chances of chasing the 334-run target seemed already out of hand. However, Ishan Kishan, among others, tried to keep the hope alive before getting bundled out for 89 runs.

Notably, this isn't the only instance when this happened with India in ODIs against New Zealand. Let’s take a look at the lowest totals of them.

5) 108/10 - Christchurch, 2003

India were bowled out for just 108 in the third ODI against New Zealand at Christchurch on January 1, 2003. Batting first, the visitors struggled against a disciplined New Zealand bowling attack and lost their final wicket in 41.1 overs.

Paul Hitchcock was the pick of the bowlers with figures of 3/30, while Daryl Tuffey and Jacob Oram claimed two wickets apiece. Tuffey was particularly economical, conceding only 11 runs in his 10 overs.

Rahul Dravid top-scored for India with 20, followed by Mohammad Kaif's 17, but the middle order failed to build any partnerships. New Zealand chased down the target of 109 in just 26.5 overs, winning by five wickets with 139 balls to spare.

4) 108/10 - Auckland, 2002

For the fourth entry in the list, India were dismissed for 108 in the opening ODI against New Zealand at Auckland on December 26, 2002, after struggling against a relentless bowling performance from the hosts.

Jacob Oram led the attack with an outstanding five-wicket haul, taking 5/26 in his 10 overs, including three maidens. Daryl Tuffey also picked up two wickets, while Shane Bond and Kyle Mills claimed one each.

Shiv Sunder Das top-scored for India with 30, while Rahul Dravid and Sourav Ganguly managed 20 and 14 respectively. The collapse gathered pace after India slipped from 63/3 to 74/8. Despite a spirited effort from India's bowlers, New Zealand reached 109/7 in 37.4 overs.

3) 92/10 - Hamilton, 2019

India suffered a batting collapse in the fourth ODI against New Zealand at Hamilton on January 31, 2019, managing only 92 runs in 30.5 overs.

Trent Boult led the hosts' attack with a devastating spell of 5/21 in 10 overs, including four maidens. Colin de Grandhomme also caused considerable damage, picking up three wickets for 26 runs.

India's top order failed to get going, with Rohit Sharma scoring seven, Shikhar Dhawan 13 and Shubman Gill nine. Hardik Pandya contributed 16, while Yuzvendra Chahal remained unbeaten on 18 to take India closer to the 100-run mark. New Zealand made light work of the target, reaching 93/2 in just 14.4 overs.

2) 89/10 - Mount Maunganui, 2026

India recorded one of their lowest ODI totals against New Zealand after being bowled out for just 89 in the fourth ODI at Mount Maunganui on November 13, 2026. Chasing 334, the visitors suffered a disastrous start as Matt Henry removed Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli and Shreyas Iyer for ducks in the opening over.

Henry continued to trouble the Indian batting line-up, finishing with outstanding figures of 6/27 in 9.4 overs. Matthew Fisher provided excellent support with three wickets, while Kyle Jamieson claimed one.

Ishan Kishan top-scored with 27, while Axar Patel and Naman Dhir contributed 21 each, and without any substantial effort from the batters, the team was dismissed in just 26.4 overs, suffering a massive 244-run defeat.

1) 88/10 - Dambulla, 2010

India suffered the most humiliating batting collapse against New Zealand in the first match of the Sri Lanka Triangular Series at Dambulla on August 10, 2010.

Chasing a target of 289, the MS Dhoni-led side was bundled out for just 88 runs in 29.3 overs, suffering a massive 200-run defeat. Daryl Tuffey led the New Zealand bowling attack with three wickets, while Kyle Mills and Jacob Oram picked up two each.

Andy McKay and Kane Williamson also claimed a wicket apiece. Virender Sehwag top-scored with 19, while Ravindra Jadeja managed 20, but the rest of the batting order failed to build partnerships.