India vs New Zealand Live Score: Mohammed Siraj in contention as India consider bowling changes India could bring Mohammed Siraj back into the playing XI for the fifth ODI against New Zealand after Gurnoor Brar was released to join the Test squad. Siraj is among the options accessible to strengthen India's pace attack for the series decider at Mount Maunganui. The side management could also consider Yash Thakur as a pace option, potentially at the expense of Kuldeep Yadav, who endured a challenging outing in the fourth ODI. India lead the series 2-1 but need a convincing response after their 244-run defeat. The final squad combination will be closely watched..India vs New Zealand Live Score: Matt Henry's absence offers India a significant boost India will not have to deal with Matt Henry in the fifth ODI against New Zealand, a significant development after the pacer dismantled their batting line-up in the previous match. Henry contended six wickets as India were dismissed for just 89, handing the hosts a commanding 244-run triumph. The New Zealand pacer has now been released for Test preparations, together with Kyle Jamieson. India will hope their absence makes the batting challenge easier in Mount Maunganui. Nevertheless, the visitors will still need a much-improved performance against the remaining New Zealand bowling options to seal the series..India vs New Zealand Live Score: Gautam Gambhir admits concern after India's 89 all out India head coach Gautam Gambhir has acknowledged that the team's batting collapse in the fourth ODI is a genuine worry ahead of the series decider against New Zealand. India were bundled out for just 89, suffering a crushing 244-run defeat after Matt Henry ripped through their batting order with a six-wicket haul. Gambhir said such a performance cannot be ignored, particularly with the 2027 ODI World Cup approaching. He believes the conditions in New Zealand are among the closest India could encounter during the international tournament and wants his athletes to learn from the experience.