India Crush New Zealand by 7 Wickets in 2nd T20I, Chase Down 209 in Just 15.2 Overs
India beat New Zealand by 7 wickets in the 2nd T20I at Raipur as Suryakumar Yadav and Ishan Kishan star, giving India a 2–0 series lead.
India registered a dominant seven-wicket victory over New Zealand in the second T20 International at Raipur, riding on sensational batting performances by Suryakumar Yadav and Ishan Kishan. With this emphatic win, India took a 2–0 lead in the five-match T20I series.
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Chasing a challenging target of 209 runs, India finished the match in just 15.2 overs, with 28 balls to spare, showcasing their batting firepower.
Suryakumar Yadav’s Explosive Comeback
India skipper Suryakumar Yadav roared back to form with a breathtaking 82 not out off just 37 balls, dismantling the New Zealand bowling attack with his trademark innovation and aggression.
- Suryakumar Yadav: 82* (37 balls)
- Strike rate above 220
- Anchored the chase after early setbacks
Ishan Kishan Sets the Tone
After India slipped to 6/2 in the second over, Ishan Kishan launched a stunning counter-attack, smashing 76 off 32 balls.
- Multiple boundaries and towering sixes
- Took the pressure off the middle order
- Laid the foundation for a comfortable chase
Shivam Dube’s Handy Contribution
Shivam Dube added finishing touches with a quick 36 off 18 balls, ensuring India crossed the line without any further trouble.
New Zealand’s Innings: Strong Start, Late Finish
Asked to bat first, New Zealand posted a competitive 208/6 in 20 overs.
Key contributions included:
- Rachin Ravindra: 44 off 26 balls
- Mitchell Santner: 47* off 27 balls
While the Kiwi batters started aggressively, Indian bowlers managed to pull things back in the middle overs.
Kuldeep Yadav Shines With the Ball
Kuldeep Yadav was the standout bowler for India, picking up 2 wickets for 35 runs, slowing New Zealand’s momentum at a crucial stage.
Brief Scores
- New Zealand: 208/6 in 20 overs
- India: 209/3 in 15.2 overs
India Firmly in Control of the Series
With back-to-back wins, India now sit comfortably at 2–0 in the five-match T20I series. The team’s aggressive batting approach and depth in the lineup have put New Zealand under serious pressure heading into the next match.
Cricket fans will now be eager to see whether India can extend their dominance and seal the series early.
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