Wellington, Nov. 6 -- India fielding coach Subhadeep Ghosh lauded the team's overall fielding performance in the first ODI against New Zealand, highlighting their sharp catching, ground fielding and intensity on the field.

He credited the fielding unit's contribution, alongside the bowlers' efforts, for restricting New Zealand to 185 runs and said the team's energy and execution played a key role in keeping the opposition in check.

India kicked off their five-match ODI series against New Zealand on a winning note, securing a five-wicket victory via the DLS method in a rain-affected series opener at Eden Park in Auckland on Wednesday to take a 1-0 lead.

Ghosh was talking to the reporters on the eve of India's 2nd ODI against New Zealand...