The highly-anticipated IND vs NZ ODI series of 2023 has come to a conclusion, and the results have come with a heavy price for the visiting team, New Zealand. Despite putting up a strong fight, the Black Caps were unable to secure a victory against the formidable Indian team, resulting in a devastating series defeat. But the consequences of this defeat extend far beyond just disappointment and morale – New Zealand has also lost their coveted No.1 ODI ranking to England.
Before the second ODI match in Raipur on Saturday, New Zealand had held a strong position at the top with 115 rating points. However, England were hot on their heels with 113 points, followed by Australia at 112 and India at 111. But after losing the second contest, New Zealand’s rating points dropped to 113, allowing England to claim the top spot.
But the series is not over yet, and India still have one final chance to make their move. If the Rohit Sharma-led team can secure a victory in the third and final game, they will climb to the No.1 spot in the ODI rankings, adding yet another accolade to their already impressive list of achievements. The tension and anticipation are high as the two teams gear up for the final showdown, and fans can’t wait to see who will come out on top.