The five-match One-Day International (ODI) series between India and New Zealand kicks-off at the McLean Park in Napier. The venue will hosts an international cricket game almost after a gap of two years. The ground faced drainage problems and delays in work of revamping the outfield, which meant it missed out on an opportunity to host international games. Apart from an abandoned match against Australia in 2017, the matches against South Africa and England were shifted out of the McLean Park. India vs New Zealand 2019 Schedule: Squads, Match Timings in IST, Live Streaming and Telecast Details of IND vs NZ Series.

The International cricket is now all set to return to McLean Park in Napier as Blackcaps host India in the opening ODI. However, this will not be the first encounter between the two sides at this venue. India and New Zealand have previously met six times at McLean Park. The last encounter between these two sides at the venue took place in 2014: Here’s a look at India’s record at the McLean Park ahead of the 1st ODI.

IND vs NZ Head-to-Head at McLean Park: Having played six ODIs against New Zealand at the venue, India have been able to win just two matches. The two victories came in 1999 and 2009. The last ODI between the two sides at this venue in 2014 went New Zealand’s way despite Virat Kohli scoring 123 while chasing 293. India vs New Zealand 2019: 5 Records & Stats You Need to Know Ahead of the IND vs NZ ODI Series.

India’s Highest Total at McLean Park: In 2009, India scored 273/4 in 38 overs (because of rain). It is India’s highest total at the venue. India won the match by 53 runs (D/L method). The then captain MS Dhoni batting at number three scored unbeaten 84.

India’s Highest Total at McLean Park: In 1995, India batting first were bundled out for 160 in 45.5. It remains India’s lowest total at the venue. It is the only time in six ODIs at McLean Park India were restricted to under 200. India vs New Zealand ODI Series 2019 Preview: Top 4 Issues That Virat Kohli-Led Indian Team Should Address Against Kiwis Ahead of ICC Cricket World Cup

Highest Score by Indian Batsman at McLean Park: Kohli’s 123 in 2014 is the highest individual score by an Indian at the venue. In a losing cause, Kohli smashed an impressive century. It was Kohli’s 18th ODI century. Apart from Kohli, Virender Sehwag is the only batsman to have scored a century at the venue.

Best Bowling Figures by Indian Bowler at McLean Park: Javagal Srinath’s 4/52 in 1995 are the best bowling figures by an Indian at the venue. Mohammed Shami, who is part of the current Indian side, in 2014 registered figures of 4/55 at the venue as well.

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