England

Jonny Bairstow

Dawid Malan

Joe Root

Harry Brook

Jos Buttler (C) (W)

Moeen Ali

Liam Livingstone

Chris Woakes

Sam Curran

Adil Rashid

Mark Wood

New Zealand

Devon Conway

Will Young

Rachin Ravindra

Daryl Mitchell

Tom Latham (C) (W)

Glenn Phillips

Mark Chapman

James Neesham

Mitchell Santner

Matt Henry

Trent Boult

Adil Usman Rashid

Ben Matthew Duckett

Benjamin Andrew Stokes

Brydon Alexander Carse

Angus Alexander Patrick Atkinson

Harry Cherrington Brook

Jacob Graham Bethell

Jamie Overton

Jamie Luke Smith

Joseph Edward Root

Jofra Chioke Archer

Joseph Charles Buttler

Joshua Charles Tongue

Liam Andrew Dawson

Luke Wood

Mark Andrew Wood

Matthew James Potts

Oliver John Douglas Pope

Philip Dean Salt

Rehan Ahmed

Samuel Matthew Curran

Thomas Banton

William George Jacks

Zak Crawley

Adithya Ashok

Ajaz Yunus Patel

Benjamin Vincent Sears

Bevon-John Jacobs

Blair Marshall Tickner

Cole Edward McConchie

Dane Cleaver

Daryl Joseph Mitchell

Devon Philip Conway

Finnley Hugh Allen

Glenn Dominic Phillips

Henry Michael Nicholls

Inderbir Singh Sodhi

Jacob Andrew Duffy

James Douglas Sheahan Neesham

Jayden Richard Lennox

Joshua Andrew Clarkson

Kane Stuart Williamson

Katene Dalton Clarke

Kristian David Charles Clarke

Kyle Alex Jamieson

Lachlan Hammond Ferguson

Mark Sinclair Chapman

Matthew James Henry

Michael Gordon Bracewell

Michael David Rae

Mitchell James Hay

Mitchell Josef Santner

Nathan Gregory Smith

Nicholas Frederick Kelly

Timothy Blake Robinson

Tim Louis Seifert

Thomas Ackland Blundell

Thomas William Maxwell Latham

William Alexander Young

Zakary Glen Foulkes

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ICC Cricket World Cup 2023

Rachin Ravindra's century, coming on his ODI World Cup debut, was not only a testament to his talent but also etched his name in the record books.&nbsp;

Anil Kumble compared Rachin Ravindra to a young Yuvraj Singh.

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'He looks a bit like Yuvraj Singh': Anil Kumble lavishes immense praise on New Zealand's youngster

Joe Root emerged as the only beacon for England, stitching together a well-made 77. His exit, however, triggered a downtrend, with England teetering on the edge of a total collapse.

Jos Buttler of England cuts a dejected figure during the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup India 2023 between England and New Zealand at Narendra Modi Stadium on October 05, 2023 in Ahmedabad, India.

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'Buttler's players were thankful that there were not more viewers in the ground': Legendary cricketer launches brutal attack on England

New Zealand started off their ODI World Cup 2023 campaign with a bang as Devon Conway and Rachin Ravindra chased down the target of 283 from just 36.2 overs.

Devon Conway, Rachin Ravindra after finishing off the run chase against England (Getty Images)

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Supreme chasers Conway-Ravindra break Dilshan-Tharanga's World Cup record against England with explosive partnership

England bowlers looked defenseless against the might of Rachin Ravindra and Devon Conway as they wrapped up the run chase with plenty overs to spare.

Rachin Ravindra hugs Devon Conway after reaching his century (Getty Images)

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Record-breakers Conway, Ravindra teach England a lesson in ‘Bazball’ to avenge World Cup final defeat with 9-wicket win in opener

England and New Zealand begin the ODI World Cup 2023 in Ahmedabad, and one of the best batters on the night was Devon Conway, who hit the first century of the tournament. Read on for more.

Devon Conway of New Zealand celebrates their century during the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup India 2023 between England and New Zealand at Narendra Modi Stadium on October 05, 2023 in Ahmedabad, India.

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ENG vs NZ: Devon Conway breaks Nathan Astle's 27-year-old against England to start ODI World Cup career in style

England vs New Zealand, World Cup 2023: Despite only Joe Root scoring a half-century, Jos Buttler's England managed to post 283/9 on the board.

England players during the innings break in World Cup opener (Getty Images)

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Record Alert: All 11 England batters combine to achieve what no team has in the history of ODI cricket

Virender Sehwag urged ODI World Cup 2023 organisers to consider offering free tickets to students for non-India matches after a massive dip in attendance in the tournament opener.

India's former explosive batter Virender Sehwag in this frame.

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Sehwag offers 'free ticket' advice to ODI World Cup's organisers after empty stands in opener haunt fans

England has the pedigree as the reigning champions, the challenges of competing on Indian pitches, known to favor batsmen, will test their holistic cricketing skills.

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'They are very tough mentally': Michael Vaughan optimistic about England's chances in ODI World Cup 2023

The ODI World Cup 2023 commences with a blockbuster clash between England and New Zealand. Ahead of the first match of the tournament, scroll below for an update on the toss.

England captain Jos Buttler tosses the coin alongside New Zealand captain Tom Latham ahead of the 4th Metro Bank One Day International between England and New Zealand at Lord's Cricket Ground on September 15.

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ODI World Cup 2023, ENG vs NZ: Depleted New Zealand opt to field in tournament opener against Stokes-less England

The ODI World Cup's opening clash between England and New Zealand promises unparalleled excitement. As the world awaits, we dive deep into the thrilling opening matches of the past five editions.

Virender Sehwag (left) and Ben Stokes in this frame.

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ODI World Cup: Replay, rewind and revisit the thrilling tournament openers of the past five editions

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Max Dowman became the youngest scorer in Premier League history as Arsenal FC beat Everton FC 2-0, with John Terry comparing the teen sensation to Lionel Messi.

Max Dowman becomes youngest scorer in Premier League history.

Arsenal go nine points clear of Manchester City in the Premier League title race.

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John Terry compares Arsenal prodigy Max Dowman to Lionel Messi 

Lionel Messi and Rodrigo De Paul were rested as Inter Miami CF played out a goalless draw against Charlotte FC ahead of a crucial clash with Nashville SC.

Lionel Messi and Rodrigo De Paul rested to manage workload before key fixture.

Inter Miami CF held to a 0-0 draw by Charlotte FC in the Major League Soccer clash.

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IPL 2026: Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) will start their IPL 2026 campaign against Mumbai Indians (MI) on March 29 at iconic Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai.

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KKR will start their IPL 2026 campaign against Mumbai Indians.

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Frenkie de Jong is set to miss FC Barcelona’s clash against Sevilla FC with a hamstring injury, but Hansi Flick expects the midfielder to return after the international break.


Frenkie de Jong ruled out for at least six weeks with a hamstring injury.

Barcelona lead La Liga by one point ahead of Real Madrid.

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South Africa defeated New Zealand by seven wickets in the first T20I to take a 1-0 lead in the five-match T20I series. The second T20I between South Africa and New Zealand will take place on March 17.

SA beat NZ by seven wickets in first T20I.

SA vs NZ 2nd T20I will take place on March 17.

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England vs New Zealand Scorecard

ENG vs NZ Match 1 Full Scorecard - Ahmedabad (05 October 2023)

ENG • 1st Innings
282-9 (50.0 Ovs)

NZ • 2nd Innings
283-1 (36.2 Ovs)

Batters

Devon Conway
Not Out

Will Young
c Jos Buttler b Sam Curran

Rachin Ravindra
Not Out

Did Not Bat

Daryl Mitchell

Tom Latham (C) (W)

Glenn Phillips

Mark Chapman

James Neesham

Mitchell Santner

Matt Henry

Trent Boult

Bowlers

Chris Woakes

Sam Curran

Mark Wood

Moeen Ali

Adil Rashid

Liam Livingstone

Fall Of Wickets

Will Young

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'He looks a bit like Yuvraj Singh': Anil Kumble lavishes immense praise on New Zealand's youngster

'Buttler's players were thankful that there were not more viewers in the ground': Legendary cricketer launches brutal attack on England

Supreme chasers Conway-Ravindra break Dilshan-Tharanga's World Cup record against England with explosive partnership

Record-breakers Conway, Ravindra teach England a lesson in ‘Bazball’ to avenge World Cup final defeat with 9-wicket win in opener

ENG vs NZ: Devon Conway breaks Nathan Astle's 27-year-old against England to start ODI World Cup career in style

Record Alert: All 11 England batters combine to achieve what no team has in the history of ODI cricket

Sehwag offers 'free ticket' advice to ODI World Cup's organisers after empty stands in opener haunt fans

'They are very tough mentally': Michael Vaughan optimistic about England's chances in ODI World Cup 2023

ODI World Cup 2023, ENG vs NZ: Depleted New Zealand opt to field in tournament opener against Stokes-less England

ODI World Cup: Replay, rewind and revisit the thrilling tournament openers of the past five editions

England vs New Zealand Scorecard

ENG vs NZ Match 1 Full Scorecard - Ahmedabad (05 October 2023)

ENG • 1st Innings282-9 (50.0 Ovs)

NZ • 2nd Innings283-1 (36.2 Ovs)

Batters

Devon ConwayNot Out

Will Youngc Jos Buttler b Sam Curran

Rachin RavindraNot Out

Did Not Bat

Daryl Mitchell

Tom Latham (C) (W)

Glenn Phillips

Mark Chapman

James Neesham

Mitchell Santner

Matt Henry

Trent Boult

Bowlers

Chris Woakes

Sam Curran

Mark Wood

Moeen Ali

Adil Rashid

Liam Livingstone

Fall Of Wickets

Will Young

News Updates

Team $ - Top News

'He looks a bit like Yuvraj Singh': Anil Kumble lavishes immense praise on New Zealand's youngster

'Buttler's players were thankful that there were not more viewers in the ground': Legendary cricketer launches brutal attack on England

Supreme chasers Conway-Ravindra break Dilshan-Tharanga's World Cup record against England with explosive partnership

Record-breakers Conway, Ravindra teach England a lesson in ‘Bazball’ to avenge World Cup final defeat with 9-wicket win in opener

ENG vs NZ: Devon Conway breaks Nathan Astle's 27-year-old against England to start ODI World Cup career in style

Record Alert: All 11 England batters combine to achieve what no team has in the history of ODI cricket

Sehwag offers 'free ticket' advice to ODI World Cup's organisers after empty stands in opener haunt fans

'They are very tough mentally': Michael Vaughan optimistic about England's chances in ODI World Cup 2023

ODI World Cup 2023, ENG vs NZ: Depleted New Zealand opt to field in tournament opener against Stokes-less England

ODI World Cup: Replay, rewind and revisit the thrilling tournament openers of the past five editions

ENG • 1st Innings
282-9 (50.0 Ovs)

NZ • 2nd Innings
283-1 (36.2 Ovs)

Devon Conway
Not Out

Will Young
c Jos Buttler b Sam Curran

Rachin Ravindra
Not Out