IND vs NZ live: The first match of the three-match ODI series between India and New Zealand is being played at the Kotambi Stadium in Vadodara. This match is Team India’s first international match of 2026, but once again, the focus is on the legendary batsman Virat Kohli, who is under the watchful eyes of the fans.
In this match, Kohli is on the verge of achieving another major milestone in Indian cricket history. The right-handed batsman has moved up to fifth place in the list of players with the most ODI appearances for India, surpassing former captain Sourav Ganguly.
IND vs NZ live: Virat Kohli breaks Ganguly’s record.
Virat Kohli has now played 309 ODI matches for Team India, while Sourav Ganguly played 308 ODI matches in his career. This match against New Zealand has thus become historic for Kohli.
Players with the most ODI matches for India.
- 463 – Sachin Tendulkar
- 347 – MS Dhoni
- 340 – Rahul Dravid
- 334 – Mohammad Azharuddin
- 309 – Virat Kohli*
- 308 – Sourav Ganguly
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