Cricket fans witnessed a classic in the second ODI as Daryl Mitchell’s heroic 130 powered New Zealand to victory over India. Crowned Player of the Match, Mitchell’s post-game shoutout to Jasprit Bumrah highlighted the bowler’s brilliance amid the defeat.
Opting to bat, New Zealand overcame a shaky start to reach 275/6. Mitchell, entering at No. 4, forged crucial stands and accelerated ruthlessly, hitting 12 fours and 5 sixes. His conversion of starts into a big score was pivotal, especially after India struck twice early.
Bumrah led India’s fightback with 3/45, his swing and seam movement troubling top-order Kiwis. Mitchell acknowledged, ‘Bumrah bowled like a champion. He deserved more wickets today.’ The pacer’s death-over yorkers nearly defended the total.
India’s pursuit saw promise but perished in a middle-order meltdown. Gill’s 72 and Rahul’s 68 weren’t enough as spinners and pacers combined to restrict them to 267. Lockie Ferguson’s 2/48 sealed the deal.
With the series poised at 1-0, both teams gear up for the finale. Mitchell’s form poses a headache for India, while Bumrah’s recognition cements his status. Expect fireworks in the decider as these powerhouses clash again.