New Zealand all-rounder Daryl Mitchell is set to return to ODI action as the Black Caps begin their three-match ODI series against India on Sunday in Vadodara. Mitchell had an up-and-down finish to 2025—scoring a superb 119 off 118 balls against West Indies in Christchurch before a groin strain ruled him out of the remaining matches.
Despite the injury setback, Mitchell stock in international cricket remains very high. In November 2025, he climbed to No. 1 in the ICC ODI batting rankings, surpassing Rohit Sharma. His match-winning temperament, especially in pressure games, is widely acknowledged.
Fans still remember his unforgettable 134 off 119 in the 2023 ODI World Cup semifinal against India. In the upcoming series, he will again be central to New Zealand’s middle order, especially against India’s spin-heavy bowling attack.
Daryl Mitchell vs India – ODI Batting Stats (Overall)
MatchesInningsNot OutsRunsAverageStrike RateHighest Score50s100s108038948.6387.6113440
What stands out
- Excellent average of 48.63 across eight innings.
- Four important 50+ scores, including two centuries-like knocks of 130 and 134.
- Strike rate close to 88, reflecting balanced and attacking batting.
- Proven big-match performer against India.
Also see: IND vs NZ ODI Head-to-Head Records and Stats
Daryl Mitchell – ODI Innings vs India (Match-by-Match Record)
DateGroundBatting PositionRunsBallsSRHow Dismissed25 Nov 2022Eden Park4111668.75c sub b Umran Malik27 Nov 2022Seddon Park––––Did not bat30 Nov 2022Hagley Oval––––Did not bat18 Jan 2023Hyderabad491275.00lbw b Kuldeep21 Jan 2023Raipur41333.33c & b Shami24 Jan 2023Indore4243177.42c Kishan b Thakur22 Oct 2023Dharamsala4130127102.36c Kohli b Shami15 Nov 2023Wankhede4134119112.61c Jadeja b Shami2 Mar 2025Dubai4173548.57lbw b Kuldeep9 Mar 2025Dubai46310162.38c Rohit b Shami
Daryl Mitchell vs India – ODI Bowling Stats (Overall)
MatchesOversRunsWicketsBest BowlingAverageStrike RateEconomy1016.09653/2519.2019.206.00
What stands out
- Limited bowling workload but highly effective when used.
- Best figures 3/25 (Hagley Oval) breaking India’s middle order.
- Strike rate of 19.20 shows wicket-taking ability in short spells.
Also see: India vs New Zealand ODI Squad 2026
Daryl Mitchell – ODI Bowling vs India (Match-by-Match)
DateGroundOversFiguresKey WicketsEconomy30 Nov 2022Hagley Oval7.03/25Pant, Chahar, Arshdeep3.5718 Jan 2023Hyderabad5.02/30Suryakumar, Hardik4.5824 Jan 2023Indore4.00/41–10.25
Why Mitchell Is Crucial for New Zealand in This ODI Series
Daryl Mitchell brings:
- Strong middle-order stability
- Ability to score big under pressure
- Power hitting in the last 15 overs
- Useful medium-pace bowling
- Experience in Asian conditions
With New Zealand fielding a relatively young ODI squad under captain Michael Bracewell, Mitchell’s role becomes even more important. His temperament and big-match credentials make him a major threat to India, especially on a pitch expected to support both pace and spin.
Also see: Henry Nicholls vs India ODI Stats & Records
Daryl Mitchell ODI record against India highlights a player who rises in big moments and punishes loose bowling. His twin hundreds in 2023 and consistent middle-order contributions make him one of India’s toughest challenges in the upcoming series.
