In the second ODI of the New Zealand tour of India, New Zealand produced a clinical run chase to level the series 1–1. After India posted a competitive total thanks to a brilliant century from KL Rahul, New Zealand’s batters responded with composure. Led by an unbeaten 131 from Daryl Mitchell, the visitors chased down the target with 15 balls to spare.
India got off to a balanced start; NZ openers kept close control.
Middle Overs (11–40)
Rahul and Gill built momentum; Mitchell and Young anchored the chase.
Death Overs (41–50)
India finished strongly; NZ finished the chase with authority.
Records & Milestones
KL Rahul scored a commanding 112, his eighth ODI century.
Daryl Mitchell’s 131 was the backbone of NZ’s successful chase.
New Zealand completed one of their highest run chases in India.
Player of the Match
🏆 Daryl Mitchell (NZ)
For his match-winning 131 not out, steering New Zealand to victory and keeping his team alive in the series.
What’s Next
The series now comes down to a deciding 3rd ODI, with both teams battling for series supremacy. India will aim to bounce back at home, while New Zealand will look to complete a memorable series victory
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