New Zealand and India will locks horns in the fifth and final ODI at Bay Oval on Sunday, November 15.

India's collapsed for just 89 in the fourth ODI on Friday.

The five-match ODI series between New Zealand and India is heading towards its conclusion, with the fifth and final encounter scheduled at Bay Oval in Mount Maunganui on Sunday, November 15. Following India’s heavy defeat in the fourth ODI, the spotlight will once again be on the venue’s playing conditions and historical records.

Bay Oval has witnessed several high-scoring encounters, memorable individual performances and some dramatic bowling spells. However, India’s collapse for just 89 in the fourth ODI has added a new chapter to the ground’s ODI history, making it the lowest team total recorded at the venue.

Bay Oval ODI records: Overall statistics

Bay Oval has traditionally offered a competitive surface, with batters enjoying good bounce and a relatively quick outfield. However, the new ball can provide assistance to fast bowlers, particularly under favourable conditions.

Highest ODI total

New Zealand hold the record for the highest ODI total at Bay Oval. They scored 371/7 against Sri Lanka on January 3, 2019.

The home side produced an outstanding batting performance to post the massive total, putting Sri Lanka under considerable pressure. Although the visitors fought back with 326 runs, New Zealand secured a 21-run victory.

This match remains one of the highest-scoring ODI encounters at the ground.

Lowest team total

India now hold the unwanted record for the lowest ODI total at Bay Oval after being bowled out for just 89 in the fourth ODI on November 13, 2026.

Chasing New Zealand’s target of 334, India’s batting line-up collapsed against a sensational bowling performance from Matt Henry. The right-arm fast bowler claimed six wickets for 27 runs, including three wickets in the opening over of the Indian innings.

The previous lowest completed ODI total listed for the ground was 202, scored by the Netherlands against New Zealand in March 2022.

India’s 89-run effort therefore represents a new low for an ODI innings at Bay Oval.

Highest successful run chase

The highest successful ODI run chase at the venue belongs to New Zealand, who chased down 297 against India on February 11, 2020.

India posted 296/7 in their 50 overs, with KL Rahul scoring an impressive 112. However, New Zealand responded strongly and reached 300/5 in 47.1 overs to win by five wickets.

The achievement remains a reminder that Bay Oval can be a favourable venue for chasing teams when batting conditions are good.

Highest individual score and best bowling figures

Sri Lanka’s Thisara Perera holds the record for the highest individual ODI score at Bay Oval. He smashed 140 runs against New Zealand on January 5, 2019, from just 74 deliveries.

In the bowling department, New Zealand’s Ben Sears holds the best ODI figures at the venue, having claimed 5/34 against Pakistan in April 2025.