Fans go wild as Ishan Kishan and Suryakumar Yadav powers India to a 2-0 series lead over New Zealand in the T20Is

In a record-breaking performance in Raipur on January 23, 2026, India Take it apart New Zealand by Seven wickets to lead 2-0 In the five-match T20I series. Chasing a massive target of 209, the Men in Blue made a mockery of the chase by reaching the finish line in just 15.2. This sensational victory was backed by half a century Ishan Kishan And the captain Suryakumar Yadavwhich turned a potentially difficult chase into a historic running fest.

Record-breaking chase: India 0 edge past New Zealand with the help of Ishan Kishan and Suryakumar Yadav

India’s run chase in Raipur will be remembered as one of the most clinical displays of power batting in T20I history as they chased down 209 with 28 balls to spare. After early dismissal Sanju Samson and Abhishek Sharma Leaving India reeling at 6/2, Kishan launched a stunning counter-attack that completely weakened the New Zealand bowling attack.

Kishan’s whirlwind 76 off 32 balls included 11 boundaries and four huge sixes, and she reached his half-century in just 21 balls, the fastest by an Indian against New Zealand. He found an ideal partner in Suryakumar, who silenced his critics with a majestic 82 off 34 balls*, registering his first T20I fifty since 2024. The duo shared a 122-run stand that effectively ended the competition within the first ten overs, leaving the Kiwi bowlers with no answers for their 360-degree stroke play. Even after Kishan left, Shivam Dubey (32 off 15) ensured there were no more hiccups, ending the match with nearly five overs to spare. This victory is the highest target that India has successfully chased and the most dominant chase for a 200+ score among full member nations.

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New Zealand’s brave efforts in Raipur have been overwhelmed

Earlier in the evening, New Zealand’s bowlers had compiled what looked like a match-winning total of 208/6, only for it to be overhauled in record time. Rasheen Ravindra (44) And Mitchell Santner (47) They were the pillars of the Kiwi innings, punishing the Indian players through mid-off and the death to push their team past the 200-run mark. The Blackcaps went down to a flyer Devon Conway and Tim SeifertBut India’s spindle twin, Kuldeep Yadav (2/35) and Varun Chakaravarthyenables you to keep recording under control during a controlled middle phase.

Hardik Pandya He also played a vital role, not only with his economical bowling but also by hitting three sharp hits down the field. However, the visitors’ bowling department struggled to cope with the heavy dew and extreme aggression from the Indian players, with Zechariah Foulkes Leaked 49 runs in his first two innings alone. The defeat leaves New Zealand in a desperate position, needing to win all three remaining matches to salvage the series. For India, the performance is a massive statement of intent ahead of the T20 World Cup, proving that no target is safe against their revamped, high-octane batting line-up.

Here’s how fans reacted:

6/2 In over 200 chases, the match was won with 28 balls remaining 🤯 Well played @ishankishan51 and @surya_14kumar 👏👏 What a statement for Team India 💪#INDvNZ pic.twitter.com/Yq1F497cWR

– Wasim Jaffer (@WasimJaffer14) January 23, 2026

Ishan Kishan comes well at the right time. Great marks for Team India ahead #T20WorldCup #INDvNZ

– S Badrinath (@s_badrinath) January 23, 2026

Surya Kumar Yadav is back in shape. Team India is chasing 200 targets like child’s play.

– Irfan Pathan (@IrfanPathan) January 23, 2026

That was some stalking! Ishan hit Kishan and Sky like they were on steroids. Vital hits for them individually as well as for the team qualifying for the World Cup.

— Cricketwallah (@cricketwallah) January 23, 2026

Ishan Kishan is nothing less than a bazooka – what a great form!#Indvsvns

– Vikrant Gupta (@vikrantgupta73) January 23, 2026

The best thing about Ishan Kishan is that he attacks all bowlers equally without fear or hesitation

– “Man” (@SeemsOver) January 23, 2026

India raced home to a 7-wicket win with 4.4 overs to spare, with captain SKY leading the charge with his first T20I fifty since 2024, finishing with 82* off 37#INDvNZ

– ThePoppingCreaseSA (@PoppingCreaseSA) January 23, 2026

Let the sky dance! ✨🔥
7️⃣0️⃣*And lead the way! 💪#WhistlePodu #INDvNZ
📷: Bank of Credit and Commerce pic.twitter.com/UbRr26gv4y

– Chennai Super Kings (@ChennaiIPL) January 23, 2026

Ab jersey di dena, ishaan bhai! 🥹🫶#INDvNZ #IshanKishan pic.twitter.com/rpRrX4g9rR

— Punjab Kings (@PunjabKingsIPL) January 23, 2026

Team India chased down 209 runs in just 15.2 overs ⚡

2-0 in this series 🌟cricket?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw" data-wpel-link="exclude">#cricket #INDvsNZ #TeamIndia pic.twitter.com/kBcLuTsGoV

— CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) January 23, 2026

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