January 01, 2026 01:26 am (IST)
Kohli smashes 154 no,India defeat New Zealand by 7 wickets
Mohali, Oct 23 (IBNS): Indian Test skipper Virat Kohli smashed his 26th ODI century as he remained unbeaten at 154 runs to help his side beat New Zealand by seven wickets here on Sunday.
Chasing New Zealand's 285 all out, India's dependable batsman Kohli and skipper MS Dhoni (80) joined the party together to reach the winning score of 289 runs for the loss of three wickets.
Kohli smashed 16 fours and a six in his 134-ball 154 runs knock.
India take 2-1 lead in the series with the victory.
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