Nagpur witnessed India’s batting might as they crushed New Zealand by 48 runs in the first T20I, grabbing a series lead. Captain Suryakumar Yadav celebrated the batters’ resilience in his match analysis.
‘Board a big one, and you’re halfway there,’ SKY remarked. ‘Dew makes it even sweeter for the bowling side later. We navigated powerplay storms, built partnerships – pure team effort.’
Fresh off 32 runs, he reflected: ‘Bat felt perfect upon arrival. Right moment, honed skills from prior games and nets. Shots? Weeks of drilling.’
‘Fielding’s our lab – always evolving. Boys nailed it today.’
Santner, NZ skipper, was philosophical. ‘Win’s the goal. Solid showing; India’s dominant lately. GP, Chappie impressed amid bowling woes. India demands instant focus.’
Defending Mitchell’s final over: ‘Strategic for spin conditions. Duffy class act. No. 8 ideal for lineup depth.’
Momentum with India, dew as ally, series poised excitingly.