Auckland, Nov. 4 -- An expensive ODI debut could have dented a young fast bowler's confidence, but Anshul Kamboj responded in emphatic fashion, turning his early setback into an opportunity to announce himself on the international stage with a record-equalling spell against New Zealand in the opening ODI here on Wednesday.
The 25-year-old Haryana pacer, who had endured a difficult introduction to one-day international cricket against the West Indies, produced a vastly improved performance against the Black Caps, returning figures of two for 22 in his full quota of 10 overs to play a decisive role in India's five-wicket victory.
His disciplined effort, which included 46 dot balls, earned him the Player of the Match award and underlined his...