India Record In Wellington (Source: AFP)
Having already won the first ODI of the five-match series, India will look to extend their lead when they take the field against New Zealand on Saturday, November 7 at Hnry Stadium in Wellington.
Shubman Gill-led India displayed a spectacular bowling performance in the first ODI, bundling the hosts out for 185 before chasing a revised target of 143 runs with five wickets in hand after two rain interruptions.
Arshdeep Singh was the pick of the bowlers with four wickets, while Gurnoor Brar scalped three and Anshul Kamboj claimed two. Kamboj conceded just 22 runs in his ten overs and was named Player of the Match.
Rohit Sharma fell for a six-ball duck in the chase before Virat Kohli took centre stage. The 38-year-old Indian batter scored 74 off 51 deliveries, smashing 13 fours and a six.
Virat, along with Shubman Gill (37 off 56 balls), added 113 runs for the second wicket. Nathan Smith provided a breakthrough, giving India a late scare, but the Men in Blue crossed the finish line comfortably.
That being said, ahead of the second ODI at Hnry Stadium, Wellington, we look at India’s record at the venue in this format.
India's ODI Record At Hnry Stadium, Wellington Before IND vs NZ 2nd ODI
| Criterion | Data |
| Matches played | 7 |
| Matches won | 4 |
| Matches lost | 1 |
| Tied | - |
| No result | 4 |
| Win percentage | ~57.14% |
What is India's highest ODI total at Hnry Stadium, Wellington?
The Men in Blue registered their highest ODI total at the venue on March 30, 1994, when they scored 255/5 at Hnry Stadium, Wellington.
What is India's lowest ODI total at Hnry Stadium, Wellington?
Back in 2003, the Mohammad Azharuddin-led Indian side chased down a dismal total of 169 with 2 wickets to spare at Hnry Stadium (formerly Westpac Stadium), Wellington. Their eventual score of 169/8 is India’s lowest ODI total at the venue so far.
Who has scored the most ODI runs for India at Hnry Stadium, Wellington?
Versatile right-handed middle-order batter Ambati Rayudu has scored the most ODI runs for the Men in Blue at Hnry Stadium, Wellington. In just 2 games, he amassed 110 runs at an average of 55.00, with a highest score of 90.
Who has taken the most ODI wickets for India at Hnry Stadium, Wellington?
Former Indian pacer Zaheer Khan has bagged the most ODI wickets for Team India at Hnry Stadium, Wellington. The new Chennai Super Kings head coach scalped 3 wickets in 2 games at an economy of 3.75.
What is the highest ODI score for India at Hnry Stadium, Wellington?
Ambati Rayudu’s 90 off 113 balls in an ODI match between India and New Zealand on February 03, 2019, is the highest individual ODI score for the Men in Blue at Hnry Stadium, Wellington.
What is the best bowling figure in ODIs for India at Hnry Stadium, Wellington?
Zaheer Khan took 3 wickets for 30 runs (3/30) in 8 overs during the 5th ODI at Wellington on January 8, 2003. This memorable bowling performance at the Westpac Stadium (now Hnry Stadium) guided India to a thrilling, low-scoring two-wicket victory and is the best ODI bowling figures for India at the venue.
