![[WATCH] Virat Kohli takes stunning one-handed catch in the slips to dismiss Nathan Smith](https://cricknation.in/wp-content/uploads/2026/11/1793767465135_Virat-Kohli.jpeg "[WATCH] Virat Kohli takes stunning one-handed catch in the slips to dismiss Nathan Smith")
- [WATCH] Virat Kohli takes stunning one-handed catch in the slips to dismiss Nathan Smith The much-awaited first ODI of the five-match series between New Zealand and India got underway at Eden Park in Auckland on Wednesday, November 4 [WATCH] Virat Kohli takes stunning one-handed catch in the slips to dismiss Nathan Smith (Photo Source: Sony Liv) The much-awaited first ODI of the five-match series between New Zealand and India got underway at Eden Park in Auckland on Wednesday, November 4, where India’s talisman Virat Kohli announced himself with a stunning one-handed catch at second slip to dismiss Kiwi all-rounder Nathan Smith.
- Kohli took the ball in the 29th over of the game off the bowling of Anshul Kamboj.
- Smith pushed a long ball forward which took an edge and headed at second slip.
[WATCH] Virat Kohli takes stunning one-handed catch in the slips to dismiss Nathan Smith The much-awaited first ODI of the five-match series between New Zealand and India got underway at Eden Park in Auckland on Wednesday, November 4 [WATCH] Virat Kohli takes stunning one-handed catch in the slips to dismiss Nathan Smith (Photo Source: Sony Liv) The much-awaited first ODI of the five-match series between New Zealand and India got underway at Eden Park in Auckland on Wednesday, November 4, where India’s talisman Virat Kohli announced himself with a stunning one-handed catch at second slip to dismiss Kiwi all-rounder Nathan Smith.
Kohli took the ball in the 29th over of the game off the bowling of Anshul Kamboj. Smith pushed a long ball forward which took an edge and headed at second slip. The ball went to Kohli, who extended his right hand and completed the catch with a dive to keep his balance.
At that moment, Kohli also celebrated with his typical aggression and intensity. It’s the King’s birthday weekend and we’re getting the presents! 👑 🎁 Watch HERO VIDA India Tour of New Zealand 1st ODI LIVE NOW on Sony Sports Network, Sony LIV and Sony Vizha TV channels.
#SonySportsNetwork #SonyLIV #SonyVizha #NZvIND | [Virat Kohli] pic.twitter.com/LffbctfFwm — Sony Sports Network (@SonySportsNetwk) November 4, 2026 Kohli’s spectacular try left the Kiwis reeling at 115 for 7 in 28.3 overs. The Indian bowlers made a notable change with the ball after ctain Shubman Gill opted to bowl first after rain marred the opening hours of the game. India never allowed the hosts to get into the game, taking wickets at crucial points in the innings and using long-off deals effectively.
Arshdeep Singh set the tone with two early wickets before Gurnoor Brar and Anshul Kamboj came into play with scalps of their own. In between there was also a great acrobatic run from Rohit Sharma. This clash and the series as a whole were watched with great excitement as it was a chance to see Kohli and Rohit, the two great pillars in Indian colours, again.
Kohli’s catch was his first significant involvement in the encounter, executed with the breathtaking agility and precision often associated with him on the field. On the batting front, Kohli comes into this series having crossed the 15,000-run mark in the recently concluded series against West Indies, where he scored an impressive unbeaten 139 in the first game in Thiruvananthuram.
