Mon Oct 28 12:08:37 UTC 2024: ## New Zealand Women Win Second ODI Against India, Level Series 1-1

**Ahmedabad, India:** The New Zealand Women’s Cricket team made a strong comeback in the second ODI against India, defeating the home team by 76 runs and leveling the three-match series at 1-1.

The Kiwi women, who had lost the first ODI, set a target of 259 runs for India after scoring 259/9 in their allotted 50 overs. Captain Sophie Devine led the way with a well-crafted 79 runs, while opener Suzie Bates contributed a solid 58 runs.

In pursuit of the target, the Indian batting lineup struggled, eventually being bowled out for 183 runs in 47.1 overs. Radha Yadav and Sayma Thakor showed some resistance towards the end, but it wasn’t enough to salvage the match for India.

This victory marks a significant milestone for New Zealand, as it brings their win-loss record in ODIs to an even 188-188. The final match of the series will be played on [date] at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, with the winning team taking home the series trophy.

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* The Indian women’s team will miss the services of [player name] for the remaining matches, as [brief explanation of the reason].
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