India concluded the five-match T20I series against New Zealand with a convincing 4-1 victory at the Greenfield International Stadium in Thiruvananthapuram. The home team demonstrated strong performance throughout the series, finishing with a solid win.
After winning the toss, India decided to bat first. While Sanju Samson struggled early on, Abhishek Sharma provided an energetic start.
The highlight of the match was the partnership between Ishan Kishan and Suryakumar Yadav. Yadav quickly reached a half-century, while Kishan shone with a remarkable century. A strong finish from Hardik Pandya enabled India to set a challenging target of 271 runs.
Chasing such a high score was always tough for New Zealand. Finn Allen got off to a strong start with 80 runs from just 38 balls, keeping the visitors’ hopes alive. However, after his dismissal, India regained control, taking wickets regularly and preventing New Zealand from building any momentum, similar to their performance in previous matches of the series.
India Dominates New Zealand to Seal T20I Series
India’s bowlers excelled in this match. Arshdeep Singh was the standout, taking five wickets, while Axar Patel added three wickets to the tally.
The bowlers’ contributions ensured New Zealand was restricted, leading to India winning by 46 runs. This victory secured the series and highlighted India’s strength in T20I Cricket at home. With such a balanced showing in both batting and bowling, the team appears ready for the T20 World Cup 2026.
India’s significant 46-run win over New Zealand capped off an impressive 4-1 series result. The excellent performances from Kishan and Yadav with the bat, alongside the effective bowling from Arshdeep and Axar, demonstrated India’s all-around capability. This win not only reinforces their dominance in T20I cricket at home but also creates an optimistic outlook as they prepare for the upcoming 2026 World Cup.
