In a run-fest at Raipur’s Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh Stadium, Ishan Kishan starred with a ferocious 76 off 34 deliveries—smashing 11 fours and 4 sixes—to guide India to a commanding 7-wicket triumph over New Zealand in the second T20I. The chase of New Zealand’s 208/6 was sealed in 15.2 overs, handing India a 2-0 series lead.
Player of the Match Kishan credited his sharp focus. ‘I was dialed in on my role for this match,’ he shared. ‘When you’re batting well, it’s about maintaining composure, eyeing the ball, and executing favorite strokes.’
Detailing the approach, he added, ‘No unnecessary risks or wild swings. Still, powerplay aggression was the plan for a big chase. Felt brilliant on the pitch, timing every shot perfectly, so I backed myself fully.’
After time away from the national side, Kishan rebuilt through domestic cricket. ‘It was all about scoring runs to silence my inner questions—how’s my form? Am I India-ready? Those runs were the answers I craved. I believed I could bat through and play big shots.’
This performance underscores Kishan’s resilience and hunger, boosting India’s T20 campaign while highlighting his pivotal role in the series dominance.