Overview
- India lost the home ODI series to New Zealand 1–2, their first home ODI series defeat to the Kiwis in 37 years.
- In an Instagram video, Manjrekar defended head coach Gautam Gambhir and the players following the defeat.
- He argued that Champions Trophy titles fade from memory compared with 50-over World Cups, which he says are what truly matter.
- Manjrekar said setbacks in smaller series can serve as a reset before major tournaments and should not trigger panic.
- Since the 2023 World Cup final, India’s ODI record is 12 wins, 12 losses, one tie and two no-results, and the next ODI series is scheduled against England in July, with coverage noting it is unclear if changes will follow.