New Zealand star batter Daryl Mitchell continues his incredible run in India, rewriting the record books with yet another match-winning knock. During the crucial third ODI in Indore, Mitchell smashed a brilliant century, underlining his dominance against Team India on their home turf. Facing intense pressure that usually troubles visiting batters, Mitchell looked completely at ease and brought up his hundred in just 106 balls, frustrating Indian bowlers throughout his stay at the crease.
With this innings, Mitchell achieved a historic milestone that no overseas batter had managed before. He became the first player in world cricket to score 50 or more runs in five consecutive ODI innings against India on Indian soil, a feat that highlights his exceptional consistency and temperament.
A Record Like No Other in India
Batting in India against Indian bowlers has always been one of the toughest challenges in international cricket. However, Mitchell has turned this challenge into an opportunity. His latest century in Indore added to an extraordinary sequence of scores on Indian pitches. Starting from the 2023 ODI World Cup, Mitchell scored 130 runs in the league match against India and followed it up with a stunning 134 in the semifinal at the Wankhede Stadium.
He has carried that rich form into the ongoing series as well. Mitchell scored 84 runs in the first ODI at Vadodara, remained unbeaten on 131 in the second match, and then completed another century in Indore. His last five ODI innings in India now read: *130, 134, 84, 131, and 100+**, an unbelievable run that sets him apart from every other visiting batter.
A Growing Concern for Team India
Former New Zealand captain Kane Williamson had earlier registered five consecutive 50-plus scores against India, but those innings came across different countries. Mitchell’s achievement stands alone because all five of his big scores have come in India itself. Overall, in his last seven ODIs against India, Mitchell has scored three centuries and three half-centuries, clearly showcasing his class.
Mitchell’s ability to dominate both spin and pace has made him a nightmare for Indian bowlers. He uses sweeps effectively against spinners and clears the boundary with ease against fast bowlers. With India set to host the 2026 T20 World Cup, Mitchell’s red-hot form is already ringing alarm bells for the Indian team management.
Simply put, Daryl Mitchell has become New Zealand’s go-to match-winner and a growing headache for India, standing tall like a rock whenever his team finds itself in trouble.
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