Tilak Varma, Nitish Reddy Seal Thrilling Four-Wicket Win Over New Zealand
What Happened
India defeated New Zealand by four wickets in the second T20I at Christchurch on October 24, 2026, taking a 2-0 lead in the five-match series. Chasing 181, India recovered from 112/6 to reach 181/6 in 19.5 overs. Tilak Varma scored an unbeaten 51 off 26 balls, while Nitish Kumar Reddy contributed 26 not out.
Key Takeaways
Tilak and Nitish's unbeaten partnership rescued India after Mitchell Santner's four-wicket spell. The victory gives India a two-match advantage, with three T20Is remaining in the series.