Kishan blasts NZ as India romp home: 2nd T20 (Raipur)

Ishan Kishan played a match-defining innings for India, smashing a quickfire 76 off 32 balls to take control of the chase after early setbacks to ensure India won with ease at Raipur.

New Zealand posted a strong total of around 208/6 in their 20 overs, with contributions across their batting lineup that ensured a competitive score with skipper Mitchell Santner top scoring with 47 not out.

Skipper Yadav struck 82 not out to see India home by 7 wickets.

India 209 for 3 (Suryakumar 82*, Kishan 76, Sodhi 1-34) beat New Zealand 208 for 6 (Santner 47*, Ravindra 44, Kuldeep 2-35) by seven wickets.

Jan 2026.