Auckland, Nov. 4 -- India's five-wicket victory over New Zealand in the rain-hit opening ODI was shaped by a crucial moment of brilliance from Rohit Sharma, whose run out changed the momentum of the contest when the hosts were threatening to take control, captain Shubman Gill said on Wednesday.
With Daryl Mitchell and Glenn Phillips building a partnership, Rohit's sharp fielding intervention provided India with the breakthrough they needed, allowing the bowlers to regain control and put the hosts under pressure.
"That run out by Rohit bhai, I think changed the momentum of the game. I think we were very good with the bowling. And I think our fielding was also really good. Overall, I think a very good team performance for us," Gill said aft...