1st ODI, Taupo, January 02, 2001, 12:00 AM
300/7(50ov)
210/10(40ov)
Zimbabwe beat New Zealand by 70 runs
New Zealand Playing XI
| Nathan Astle | Batsman |
| Chris Cairns | All Rounder |
| Stephen Fleming (c) | Batsman |
| James Franklin | All Rounder |
| Chris Harris | All Rounder |
| Chris Martin | Bowler |
| Craig McMillan | Batsman |
| Adam Parore † | Wicket Keeper |
| Mathew Sinclair † | Wicket Keeper |
| Scott Styris | All Rounder |
| Roger Twose | Batsman |
Zimbabwe Playing XI
| Guy Whittall | All Rounder |
| Alistair Campbell | Batsman |
| Stuart Carlisle | Batsman |
| Andy Flower † | Wicket Keeper |
| Travis Friend | All Rounder |
| Trevor Madondo † | Wicket Keeper |
| Douglas Marillier † | Wicket Keeper |
| Brian Murphy | Bowler |
| Gavin Rennie | Batsman |
| Bryan Strang | Bowler |
| Heath Streak (c) | Bowler |