Abhishek’s Blazing 104 Powers India Past New Zealand
The opener’s six-hitting masterclass set up a composed chase after New Zealand posted a competitive total
India vs New Zealand
India has won the match by 7 wickets
Abhishek Sharma produced a stunning batting display to lead India’s successful pursuit of New Zealand’s 173-6. The opener struck 104 from 54 balls, hammering 10 fours and six sixes, and was named Player of the Match for a commanding innings that kept India ahead of the required rate.
India reached 174-3 in 18.1 overs, completing the chase with 11 balls to spare. Abhishek’s aggressive strokeplay provided the defining passage of the contest, while India’s top order ensured the target remained within reach throughout the pursuit.
New Zealand had earlier posted 173-6 from their 20 overs. Rachin Ravindra led their effort with a brisk 54 from 32 balls, including six fours and two sixes, while Tim Seifert added 44 from 28 balls, striking two fours and two sixes.
India’s bowlers kept the total under control despite the late resistance. Axar Patel was the standout performer with 3-30 from four overs, and Jasprit Bumrah claimed 2-34. New Zealand’s Lockie Ferguson took 1-33, but India’s decisive batting response settled the contest emphatically.