Dominance defined India’s 7-wicket triumph over New Zealand in Raipur’s second T20I, propelling them to a 2-0 series advantage. Overcoming a shaky start, Ishan Kishan and Suryakumar Yadav’s explosive centuries-almost partnership chased 209 effortlessly in 15.2 overs.
Batting first after the toss loss, NZ powered through Conway-Seifert’s 43 in 3.2 overs. Conway 19 (9b), Seifert 24 (13b). At 43/2, Ravindra-Phillips’ 55 off 27 balls (Ravindra 44, 26b: 4×6,2×4; Phillips 19) built momentum.
Santner’s gritty 47* (27b: 6×4,1×6) propelled NZ to 208/6. India’s attack: Kuldeep 2 wickets, Rana 1, Chakaravarthy 1, Dube 1.
India’s chase: 6/2 early (Samson 6, Sharma 0). Then magic – Kishan-Suryakumar’s 122-run stand in 48 balls. Kishan 76 (32b: 11×4,4×6).
Suryakumar’s unbeaten 82 (37b: 9×4,4×6) and Dube’s 36* (18b: 4×4) added 81* in 37 balls for victory.
Kiwis’ Henry, Duffy, Sodhi: 1 wicket apiece. This win showcases India’s resilience and batting depth under Suryakumar, setting the stage for series consolidation. Cricket pundits laud the hosts’ T20 prowess.