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NEW DELHI: The defending champions, England, got off to a shaky start in their ODI World Cup defence, suffering a resounding nine-wicket defeat against New Zealand on Thursday. The Kiwis, runners-up in the 2019 World Cup, exacted revenge for their heartbreaking loss at Lord's four years ago.

The Black Caps secured a dominant nine-wicket victory with almost 14 overs to spare in a repeat of the 2019 final

Devon Conway and Rachin Ravindra hit unbeaten centuries as the Black Caps made light work of chasing 283.

England did not really settle until Root was joined by captain Jos Buttler in a fifth-wicket stand of 70.

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England cruised to victory in the rain-curtailed warm-up fixture, with their bowlers and batsmen dominating the match to underline their intention of defending the title they won four years ago.

NEW DELHI: The Indian team management will look to maintain a discreet approach and evaluate the batting strength of defending champions England as the two giants meet in their first World Cup warm-up match in Guwahati on Saturday.

NEW DELHI: Opener Dawid Malan delivered a splendid century, while Moeen Ali showcased his bowling prowess with a four-wicket haul, leading England to a convincing 100-run victory over New Zealand in the fourth one-day international on Friday, securing a 3-1 series triumph.

Dawid Malan scored 127 to inspire England to a 100-run victory over New Zealand at Lord’s which sealed a 3-1 ODI series win