Arshdeep Singh claims 4 for 70 in India's Auckland ODI victory
Arshdeep Singh's 4 for 70 ranks among India's best spells by a pacer in New Zealand conditions.
Arshdeep Singh took 4 wickets for 70 runs in India's five-wicket victory over New Zealand in Auckland. His figures represent the fourth-best spell by an Indian pacer in New Zealand. Mohammed Shami took 4 for 55 at Napier in 2014 while Anil Kumble claimed 5 for 33 at Wellington in 1994.
Arshdeep Singh has taken 12 wickets in five ODIs this year at an average of 23.08 and economy rate of 6.08. His best figures this year stand at 6 for 70. Gurnoor Brar took 3 wickets for 44 runs in 9.2 overs while Anshul Kamboj claimed 2 for 22 in 10 overs.
Arshdeep Singh said there was good purchase off the surface and the wind helped the bowlers. He stated that the team tried to hit the seam hard to exploit the conditions. Arshdeep Singh said his celebration after dismissing Kyle Jamieson was for girlfriend Samreen Kaur.
CricHubb Take
Arshdeep's consistency across five ODIs this year positions him as India's primary overseas new-ball option for the 2027 World Cup cycle.