Abu Dhabi, Nov. 7 -- Former Indian cricketer Atul Wassan said New Zealand's strategy of preparing pace-friendly pitches had backfired, with India's bowlers exploiting the conditions to take a 2-0 lead in the five-match ODI series.

India defeated New Zealand by four runs under the DLS method in a rain-curtailed second ODI in Wellington, taking a 2-0 lead in the five-match series. Gurnoor Brar starred with a career-best four-wicket haul of 4/30 as India bowled out New Zealand for 134 in 41 overs.

Although New Zealand were bowled out for 134, India faced a stiff challenge in the chase before rain interrupted play at 113/7 in 26 overs, with the visitors four runs ahead of the DLS par score to seal a narrow victory. New Zealand's Kyle Jamies...