Mitchell shines as Kiwis level series

NEW ZEALAND COMFORTABLY CHASE TARGET OF 285

- BY JAI PRASAD V. RAI

New Zealand's Daryl Mitchell celebrates his century during the second ODI against India in Rajkot yesterday.

(AFP)

Daryl Mitchell struck a commanding unbeaten century as New Zealand defeated India by seven wickets yesterday to level the three-match ODI series 1-1.

Mitchell was in complete control throughout his innings, scoring 131 not out off 117 balls, including 11 fours and two sixes, as New Zealand chased down a target of 285 in 47.3 overs in the second ODI at the Niranjan Shah Stadium in Rajkot.