India and New Zealand Complete T20I Series in New Zealand
India and New Zealand completed their five-match T20I series in New Zealand with India holding a 3-1 lead after four games. India made lineup changes for the final match, aiming to finish the series positively. Earlier in the series, India secured a 3-0 lead highlighted by Abhishek Sharma's rapid century and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's quick 45, chasing down 199 runs in 13. 2 overs to clinch a six-wicket win.
However, New Zealand responded strongly in the fourth T20I, posting a record total of 259/7 thanks to Glenn Phillips' century and Michael Bracewell's half-century, defeating India by 87 runs at Eden Park. India’s captain Shreyas Iyer acknowledged the team needed time to adapt to the unusual conditions at Eden Park. The series concluded with India preparing for a break before transitioning to an ODI series, with some players remaining in New Zealand for upcoming matches.