New Zealand batter Daryl Mitchell once again proved his mastery against India as he lit up the third ODI with a breathtaking century, sending fans into a frenzy at the Holkar Stadium in Indore. The right-hander continued his golden run against the Indian attack, producing another commanding knock that underlined his status as one of the most reliable overseas batters on Indian soil.
Daryl Mitchell’s love affair with Indian conditions continues
Batting at his customary No. 4 position for New Zealand, Mitchell brought up his fourth ODI hundred against India, all of which have remarkably come in India. The 34-year-old reached the milestone during the third ODI of the three-match series, showcasing a perfect blend of power and composure on a batting-friendly surface.
This was Mitchell’s second successive century in the ongoing series, having already crossed the 80-run mark in all three matches. His consistency stood out in a contest where bowlers often struggled for answers, as Mitchell calmly constructed his innings before accelerating with authority.
Mitchell’s series numbers paint a picture of sheer dominance. He followed up scores of 84 and an unbeaten 131 in the first two ODIs with yet another three-figure score in Indore. His ability to adapt across venues and situations has been one of the defining features of New Zealand’s batting performances in the series.
Notably, Mitchell’s form against India has extended beyond this tour. In the 2025 Champions Trophy final against India, he chipped in with a crucial 63, further strengthening his reputation as a big-match performer against top-quality opposition.
Elite company among Kiwi greats
Notably, Mitchell has now become only the second New Zealand batter to register four consecutive 50-plus ODI scores against India. In doing so, he joined his former captain Kane Williamson, who achieved five such scores back in 2014.
What makes Mitchell’s record even more impressive is that no other international side has conceded more than two ODI centuries to him. India, however, have now seen him score four hundreds, underlining the unique comfort he finds while batting in Indian conditions.
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Glenn Phillips joins Mitchell as party continues for Kiwi batters
Adding another moment of brilliance to New Zealand’s memorable outing, Glenn Phillips brought up his second ODI century with a knock that perfectly showcased his temperament and explosive range. Phillips endured a testing start, taking 37 deliveries to register his first boundary, but he never appeared flustered at the crease. Once settled, the dynamic batter shifted gears emphatically, dismantling the Indian bowling attack with clean hitting and sharp placement.
He eventually reached his hundred off just 83 balls, turning a slow beginning into a stunning statement innings. At the other end, Mitchell was visibly delighted, embracing Phillips and patting him on the back in a heartwarming celebration that reflected New Zealand’s strong camaraderie and dominance in the middle.
Here’s how fans reacted:
DARYLL MITCHELL IN LAST 7 ODI INNINGS Vs INDIA:
– Hundred.
– Hundred.
– 17 Runs.
– Fifty.
– Fifty.
– Hundred.
– Hundred*.This is Just Unreal stuff from Daryl Mitchell. 🙇♂️🥶 pic.twitter.com/OnI5xcJhhD
— Tanuj (@ImTanujSingh) January 18, 2026
– Hundred vs IND at Dharamsala.
– Hundred vs IND at Mumbai.
– Hundred vs IND at Rajkot.
– Hundred vs IND at Indore.DARYL MITCHELL – THE MONSTER IN INDIA IN ODIs. 🥶🔥 pic.twitter.com/MxFH43vqzG
— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) January 18, 2026
Glenn Phillips and Daryl Mitchell Indore mein 😭😭 #INDVSNZODI pic.twitter.com/TF8okeaIRD
— Raja Babu (@GaurangBhardwa1) January 18, 2026
Daryl Mitchell facing India in ODIs: pic.twitter.com/yOYa0fKEGY
— Silly Point (@FarziCricketer) January 18, 2026
Daryl Mitchell whenever he sees Team India 😭😭 #INDvsNZ pic.twitter.com/R3rBG9cGZo
— Incognito Cricket (@Incognitocric) January 18, 2026
Phele travis head ab Daryl Mitchell kya pata kya problem hai india se #INDvsNZ #DarylMitchell #century pic.twitter.com/21u2A1w2Km
— Deeeep ⚡ (@XyzAbc1424064) January 18, 2026
Daryl Mitchell entering ‘India ke dushman’ club pic.twitter.com/v4YqckfOWX
— Sagar (@sagarcasm) January 18, 2026
– Hundred in Dharamshala.
– Hundred in Wankhede.
– Hundred in Rajkot.
– Hundred in Indore.4 HUNDREDS OUT OF 5 ODIs MATCHES BY DARYL MITCHELL AGAINST INDIA. pic.twitter.com/jQ0FZbcicf
— MANU. (@IMManu_18) January 18, 2026
Glenn Phillips joins the act in Indore with a towering century 👏#INDvNZ 📝: https://t.co/MRZ6l9Rmi0 pic.twitter.com/ABp9dCbHy8
— ICC (@ICC) January 18, 2026
HUNDRED BY DARYL MITCHELL.
– A quality hundred by Mitchell, he’s just unstoppable against India. The love affair continues in India. 🔥 pic.twitter.com/qvkHTVzNCZ
— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) January 18, 2026
Daryl Mitchell Whenever it comes to performing against Team India: #INDvsNZ pic.twitter.com/Y2fOhD1sOL
— 🅰️ J (@EHuman0) January 18, 2026
Daryl Mitchell form is unprecedented, unheard, unreal. He is making mockery of ODI cricket, making batting look ridiculously easy.
He has smashed another hundred which is pretty normal in ODI’S specially against us. Bro has mastered the art of pacing an innings with proper… pic.twitter.com/yjGliooo8G
— Akshat (@Akshatgoel1408) January 18, 2026
SIR Glenn PHILLIPS:
He can bat
He can bowl
He can keep the wickets
He can fly in the field
He can lift 185 kgThere is nothing he can’t do, what an athlete pic.twitter.com/5URF8YSZvt
— 𝐊𝐨𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭!𝟎𝐧_👑🚩 (@bholination) January 18, 2026
Daryl Mitchell is the new nemesis for India #INDvNZ #ODIs #blackcaps
— Anubhav Chatterjee (@X10FACTOR) January 18, 2026
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Another day another century for daryl mitchell💥
He cooked indian bowlers once again😭 pic.twitter.com/QIHUblunzx— kohli 👑 (@der_keval) January 18, 2026
Most 100s for NZ vs IND in men’s ODI:
Nathan Astle – 5
Daryl Mitchell – 4*
Chris Cairns – 3
Ross Taylor – 3#INDvNZ #INDvsNZ— sudharshan sridharan (@sudharshansrid1) January 18, 2026
Best student from Ram Rahim
Academy: Glenn Phillips.Batting ✔️
Bowling ✔️
Wicketkeeping ✔️
Fielding anywhere on the ground ✔️pic.twitter.com/0fFIBwBGUI— 𝑨𝑻10 (@Loyalsachfan10) January 18, 2026
Daryl Mitchell class batter 👏🏽
— A (@Nohabl0espanol) January 18, 2026
Daryl Mitchell’s technique as an ODI batter is incredible. 3 hundreds in 4 matches, Wow. The way he gets out the crease to hit spinners- incredible 👏👏#INDVSNZODI
— Rashmi Mayur (@rashmimayurr) January 18, 2026
Back to back ODI centuries for Daryl Mitchell 💯 pic.twitter.com/0Ys4zCVGnm
— RCBIANS OFFICIAL (@RcbianOfficial) January 18, 2026
🚨 300 RUNS FOR DARYL MITCHELL IN THIS ODI SERIES 🤯🔥#INDVSNZODI pic.twitter.com/X0bTfBt7vL
— Nandgopal Kumar (@NandgopalK28724) January 18, 2026
🚨 Hundred by Daryl Mitchell in Series decider match 🚨 pic.twitter.com/JuurRrXjBC
— VIKAS (@Vikas662005) January 18, 2026
Back to back Hundred for Daryl Mitchell!!!! pic.twitter.com/YTyxNwmjmR
— ImRo45 (@AlamgirSh1997) January 18, 2026
Daryl Mitchell’s second back-to-back century in the three-match series.#DarylMitchell #INDvNZ pic.twitter.com/LHbKrB03h8
— 𝘼𝙠𝙖𝙨𝙝 (@iamAkashAU) January 18, 2026
Glenn Phillips can bat.
Glenn Phillips can bowl.
Glenn Phillips can fly in field.
Glenn Phillips can keep.A 4D cricketer of Kiwis in white ball cricket. pic.twitter.com/iQMWGI7M32
— Vivek (@Hailkohli18) January 18, 2026
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