India Stumbles Against New Zealand in ODI Thriller

India faced challenges in their batting lineup despite efforts from Tejal Hasabnis and Deepti Sharma, leading to a total of 227 in the first women's ODI against New Zealand. The Kiwis, led by Amelia Kerr's impressive bowling, restricted India in 44.3 overs.

India's batting lineup faced hurdles as they struggled for consistency, eventually getting bowled out for 227 runs by New Zealand in the first women's ODI of the series on Thursday.

Despite solid contributions of 42 and 41 runs from Tejal Hasabnis and Deepti Sharma respectively, the team couldn't convert these starts into substantial scores, collapsing in 44.3 overs.

A significant fifth-wicket stand between Tejal and Jemimah Rodrigues was the highlight for India, but Amelia Kerr's bowling brilliance, alongside support from Jess Kerr and Eden Carson, ensured New Zealand maintained control.

(With inputs from agencies.)