India vs. New Zealand 2nd ODI live updates from Niranjan Shah Stadium, Rajkot, on January 14, 2026, show New Zealand at 2 wickets down in their chase of 285. The visitors are fighting to stay alive in the three-match series after India posted a competitive total earlier in the day.

KL Rahul anchored India's innings with a brilliant unbeaten century (112 off 92 balls), his eighth in ODIs, while captain Shubman Gill chipped in with a quick half-century (56 off 53 balls). Nitish Kumar Reddy, replacing the injured Washington Sundar, also contributed in the middle order. New Zealand's Kristian Clarke was the standout bowler, claiming 3 wickets for 56 runs, but India's late acceleration took them to 284/7 in 50 overs.

In the chase, Prasidh Krishna and Harshit Rana struck early for India, reducing New Zealand to 2 down. Ravindra Jadeja bowled a wicketless first spell, but the hosts have kept the pressure on. Will Young and Daryl Mitchell are now at the crease and hold the key for New Zealand if they are to pull off a win.

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Michael Bracewell won the toss and elected to bowl first, hoping to exploit early conditions. India made one forced change with Nitish Kumar Reddy coming in for Washington Sundar. The match is crucial for both teams—India aims to seal the series, while New Zealand looks to level it and keep the contest alive. Live action continues at Niranjan Shah Stadium, with New Zealand needing 285 to win. Stay tuned for ball-by-ball updates as the chase unfolds in Rajkot.

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