New Zealand batters with centuries vs India (ICC ODI events)
What's the story
India and New Zealand have faced off in several high-stakes ICC ODI tournaments, producing memorable performances over the years.
Meanwhile, New Zealand batters have delivered some memorable performances against India in these matches, with several players etching their names in history with stunning centuries.
Here, we take a look at New Zealand batters who have scored centuries against India in ICC ODI tournaments.
#1
Daryl Mitchell - 134 Wankhede, 2023 World Cup
Daryl Mitchell makes this list on the back of his 134-run knock during the first semi-final of the 2023 World Cup (Wankhede Stadium).
Mitchell's 134 runs off 119 balls (nine fours and seven sixes) took NZ closer to victory after they were reeling at 39/2.
However, his ton was overshadowed by Mohammed Shami's 7/57, which saw NZ bundle out for 327 while chasing 398.
#2
Daryl Mitchell - 130 Dharamsala, 2023 World Cup
Mitchell makes this list again with his 130-run knock in the 2023 World Cup (Dharamsala).
He remains the only batter with two tons against India (ICC ODI events).
After NZ slumped to 19/2, his 127-ball 130 alongside Rachin Ravindra's 75 lifted them to 273.
However, Virat Kohli's 95 (104 balls) and Rohit Sharma's crucial 46 (40 balls) set the stage for India's four-wicket victory.
#3
Glenn Turner - 114* Manchester, 1975 Prudential World Cup
Glenn Turner became the first Kiwi to score a ton against India in ICC ODI events.
He did so during the 10th match of the 1975 Prudential World Cup (Manchester).
With wickets falling at the other end the opener held fort chasing a 231-run target.
Turner's unbeaten 114 off 177 balls laced with 13 fours saw NZ manage 233/6 in 58.5 overs.
#4
Chris Cairns - 102* Nairobi, 2000 ICC KnockOut (final)
During the finals of the 2000 ICC KnockOut, Chris Cairns' 102* off 113 balls (eight fours, two sixes) saw NZ clinch their one and only ICC Champions Trophy title.
In response to India's 264/6, Cairns' ton and a crucial 46-run knock from Chris Harris saw NZ manage 265/6 in 49.4 overs.
New Zealand went on to win by four wickets with two balls remaining.