Fri Oct 18 09:50:52 UTC 2024: ## India Humiliated by New Zealand in Crushing Defeat: 46 All Out
**Bengaluru, India:** In a shocking turn of events, India were bowled out for a paltry 46 runs by New Zealand in the first ODI of the three-match series. The defeat marks India’s lowest ever ODI total, surpassing their previous record of 54 runs against Sri Lanka in 2012.
New Zealand’s bowlers, led by the relentless Matt Henry who claimed a career-best 5-36, exploited the Bengaluru pitch to its fullest. India’s counter-attacking instincts backfired spectacularly, with no batsman managing to reach double figures.
Captain Rohit Sharma admitted to misjudging the pitch, stating that “I didn’t read the Bengaluru pitch well enough.”
The loss casts a shadow over India’s upcoming tour of Australia, raising concerns about their readiness for the challenging conditions Down Under.
Adding to India’s woes, wicketkeeper-batsman Rishabh Pant suffered a knee injury while keeping and was forced to leave the field. His absence further weakens an already depleted Indian batting lineup.
This humiliating defeat will undoubtedly spark debate and analysis in the coming days, as India seeks to regroup and regain their composure ahead of the crucial Australian tour.
First Piper 