India Becomes Chase Master: Teams with Most 300+ ODI Run Chases

India just rewrote cricket history! Team India achieved a new feat after successfully completing a chase of 300-plus runs in the first ODI against New Zealand on January 11, 2026, becoming the team with most 300+ run chases in ODIs. With Virat Kohli’s masterful 93 and Shubman Gill’s composed 56, India hunted down 301 runs in Vadodara, marking their 20th successful 300+ chase.

This incredible milestone showcases why modern ODI cricket belongs to fearless batting lineups. Gone are the days when chasing 300 seemed impossible—today’s explosive batters have transformed what was once considered a Herculean task into achievable targets.

ODI’s Elite Chasers: India’s Top 6 Teams

What Makes India’s Achievement Special?

India’s dominance in 300+ chases isn’t just about numbers—it’s about consistency and fearless cricket. The team has perfected the art of high-pressure run chases through deep batting lineups, aggressive intent, and smart game management.

Virat Kohli stole the show with his 91-ball 93 knock, which also saw him surpass 28,000 runs in international cricket. This performance perfectly illustrates why Kohli is considered one of the greatest chase masters in cricket history. Combined with contributions from Gill and the experienced middle order, India showcased the blueprint for successful big chases.

England sits second with 15 successful 300+ chases, followed closely by Australia with 14. The fact that six teams have achieved this milestone at least 11 times reflects how ODI cricket has evolved into a high-scoring, batting-friendly format where explosive innings are the norm rather than the exception.

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Historic Perspective: The 300-Run Barrier

Remember when 300 seemed untouchable? Australia changed everything when they became the first team to score 400 runs in an ODI against South Africa. That watershed moment in 2006 revolutionized how teams approached batting in the 50-over format.

Today’s powerplay rules, better bats, flatter pitches, and fearless batting approaches have transformed ODI cricket. What seemed like a mountain to climb two decades ago now represents a challenging but achievable target for top teams.

How to Watch India’s Remaining ODI Matches

Don’t miss India’s quest to extend their dominance in the remaining matches against New Zealand!

India Viewing Options

Television: Watch live on Star Sports Network channels, which provide comprehensive coverage with expert commentary in multiple languages.

Streaming: To watch the three-match India vs New Zealand series in India, you’ll need Star Sports to tune in on TV, or the JioHotstar app to watch on mobile devices, with prices starting at Rs. 299 ($3.49) for Hotstar.

International Broadcasting

• United States: Fans in the United States will be able to watch this game live exclusively on Willow TV.
• United Kingdom: TNT Sports broadcasts all India vs New Zealand ODI matches
• Australia: Fox Sports via Foxtel, with live streaming available via Kayo Sports starting at AU$30 per month after a 7-day free trial
• New Zealand: Sky Sport NZ is your go-to for India vs New Zealand, with the Sky Sport Now subscription service starting at $29.99 per day or $54.99 per month

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Remaining Fixtures

• 2nd ODI: January 14, 2026 | Niranjan Shah Stadium, Rajkot | 1:30 PM IST
• 3rd ODI: January 18, 2026 | Holkar Stadium, Indore | 1:30 PM IST

Visit the official BCCI website for complete series information and the ICC Cricket website for global cricket updates and rankings.

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