Relive all the best moments from the 2nd T20 International between India and New Zealand played on 23 January 2026 in Raipur, where India chased down a huge total in spectacular fashion to dominate the match.
🏏 Match Overview:
New Zealand batted first and posted a competitive 208/6 thanks to contributions from Mitchell Santner and Rachin Ravindra. India faced a challenging target of 209 runs, marking one of their highest chases in T20Is.
🔥 Batting Highlights:
• Ishan Kishan was in explosive form, scoring 76 off just 32 balls with powerful boundaries and sixes.
• Skipper Suryakumar Yadav produced a blazing 82 off 37 balls*, anchoring the chase and silencing the New Zealand attack.
• Shivam Dube also chipped in with a quickfire cameo to keep the momentum.
🎯 Key Moments:
• India recovered brilliantly from early setbacks to build a match-defining partnership, showcasing aggressive batting under pressure.
• The chase was completed in just 15.2 overs, with India sealing a 7-wicket victory and taking a 2–0 lead in the T20 series.
🏆 Result:
🇮🇳 India won by 7 wickets — a stunning chase well ahead of the required overs — highlighted by a dominant performance from India’s batting lineup.
Perfect for cricket fans who want a quick recap of all the boundaries, key partnerships, and turning points from this high-scoring T20 thriller!
