AUS vs NZ: Record for most runs scored in an ODI WC match gets broken in Australia vs New Zealand

The Australia vs New Zealand ODI World Cup match had all the cricket fans glued to their seats. Both teams delivered one of the most intense matches that ended with a nail-biting finish. The Kiwis had a solid attacking plan in place, but the Aussies were able to tame them down in the death overs. NZ fell into the pressure trap and failed to reach the target. Both teams showcased some great effort on display, but it was the Aussies that stood on top. 

3 things you need to know

• Australia defeated New Zealand by five runs
• Travis Head was adjudged as the player of the match
• NZ fell under and eventually failed to reach the target

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New record Unlocked at the AUS vs NZ ODI World Cup match

Australia were bowled out for 388 runs in 49.2 overs, which gave New Zealand quite a target to chase. The Kiwis put up a score of 383/9 and eventually lost the game. But they were able to break the record for scoring the most runs in an ODI World Cup match. A total of 771 runs were aggregated in today's match, which currently stands as the highest. 

The previous record was held by South Africa vs Sri Lanka. The match took place in Delhi in the year 2023, and both teams aggregated a score of 754 runs. It was a colossal effort put in by both teams, but Australia have strengthened their position as the World Cup campaign moves forward. 

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The Mighty Aussies stood tall over the blazing Kiwis

The destruction of Head (109 off 67 balls) and his opening partner David Warner (81 off 65 balls) during their 175-run alliance upfront gelled well with some late-order biffing as Aussies overcame a middle-order meltdown to post 388 all out, after they were put into bat.

Ravindra made a sparkling 116 off 89 balls and James Neesham a manic 39-ball 58 but the Kiwis could only manage 383 to suffer their second successive defeat in the tournament.

With this win, Australia have eight points from six matches, same as New Zealand, and they are firmly entrenched at No. 4 at this point.

(With PTI Inputs)