After a record 244-run demolition in the 4th ODI, the Black Caps are fired up to square the series against India on Sunday, Nov 15 at Bay Oval!

What a statement from the Black Caps! After a frustrating, rain-interrupted start to the series—which saw India take two tight DLS-affected matches in Auckland and Wellington before a complete washout in Hamilton—our boys unleashed absolute fireworks in Mount Maunganui  on Friday!
Putting on a dominant all-round masterclass at Bay Oval, New Zealand thrashed India by a massive 244 runs in the 4th ODI, trimming the series deficit to 2–1 and sending momentum skyrocketing ahead of Sunday’s final showdown.
💥 Will Young & Matt Henry Steal the Show
Batting first, Will Young anchored the innings with a sensational 125 off 108 balls, backed up by explosive knocks from Tim Seifert (58) and Finn Allen (41) to power New Zealand to a towering total of 333.
With the ball, Matt Henry turned the Mount into a nightmare for the tourists—tearing through India’s star-studded top order in the opening overs on his way to phenomenal figures of 6/27. Backed by Matthew Fisher (3/31), the Kiwi pace attack rolled India for just 89 runs—one of their lowest ODI totals ever!
☀️ Everything on the Line This Sunday
With the Black Caps looking unstoppable at home—and extending their proud reputation as one of the toughest sides to beat in New Zealand—all eyes turn right back to Bay Oval this Sunday. While Matt Henry and Kyle Jamieson shift focus toward the upcoming Test series, the door is wide open for pace weapons like Jacob Duffy and Blair Tickner to step up and help Mitchell Santner’s squad square the series 2–2!

Final Match Details:
Make sure your Sunday afternoon plans are locked in for the series finale:
5th ODI: Sunday, 15 November 2026
Venue: Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui
First Ball: 3:00 PM NZDT
Can the Black Caps back up Friday’s demolition job and finish the ODI series level at 2–2? Head over to our Facebook page and drop your predictions for Sunday’s finale!