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India lead the five-match series 1–0 following a thrilling four-wicket chase of 226 in the opener The second T20I is set for Hagley Oval in Christchurch Check whether it will rain during the IND vs NZ 2nd T20I below India lead the five-match series 1-0 as they meet New Zealand in the second T20I at Hagley Oval, Christchurch, on October 24.

Cricket News / Cricket Times / October 23

3 major records created by India during their thrilling win in NZ vs IND 2026 1st T20I

India made a flying start to their New Zealand tour, defeating the hosts by four wickets in a high-scoring first T20I at Hagley Oval, Christchurch, on Thursday, October 22.

Cricket News / Cricfit / October 25

Samson’s Powerplay Assault, Dhir’s Late Heroics Seal India’s Record Chase

India completed their highest successful T20I chase after overhauling New Zealand’s imposing 225-run target with two deliveries remaining at Hagley Oval in Christchurch.

Cricket News / Stadium Rant / October 22

NZ Vs IND First T20I: Samson & Dhir Seal Epic 226-Run Chase

India pulled off a breathtaking record chase against New Zealand in the NZ vs IND first T20I at Hagley Oval in Christchurch on Thursday. The visitors hunted down a massive 226-run target with four wickets in hand and two balls to spare.

Cricket News / Cricket Times / October 22

Watch: Mayank Yadav dismisses Tim Seifert with a 141kph thunderbolt in NZ vs IND 1st T20I

India pacer Mayank Yadav made an immediate impact in the first T20I against New Zealand, producing a fiery delivery to end Tim Seifert’s aggressive innings at Hagley Oval in Christchurch.

Cricket News / CricketGully / October 20

Indian keeper's love for Rajnikant goes beyond! Books entire theatre for Rajinikanth’s Jailer 2

Sanju Samson books an entire theatre to watch Rajinikanth’s Jailer 2, inviting his wife, friends and Tamil-speaking members of India’s support staff. Sanju Samson has found a way to combine his cricket commitments with his admiration for Rajinikanth, booking an entire theatre to watch the superstar’s latest release, Jailer 2, on the big screen.

Cricket News / Crictoday / October 19

Sanju Samson posts heartfelt birthday message for his wife

Indian batter Sanju Samson is gearing up for the upcoming tour of New Zealand, where the Men in Blue are set to play five T20I games. Ahead of the gruelling tour, the 31-year-old posted a wish for his wife, Charulatha.

Cricket News / Crictoday / October 18

Sanju Samson unfazed by lack of practice ahead of gruelling New Zealand tour

Three-time T20 World Cup winners India are set to depart for New Zealand, where they will play the first of five T20I games on 22nd October. The series comes after a 2-2 outcome against the West Indies at home.

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / October 18

#039;Sooryavanshi Will Have To Wait#039;: Nayar Backs Samson, Explains Indiarsquo;s Selection Dilemma

New Delhi: Former India assistant coach Abhishek Nayar believes Sanju Samson’s ability to produce decisive innings after a lean run could keep young batter Vaibhav Sooryavanshi waiting for his opportunity in the upcoming T20I series against New Zealand.

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / October 17

5th T20I: Stay Grounded, Keep Playing Fearless Cricket, Says Samson On Carrying WC Form Forward

T20 World Cup: India wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson on Saturday said the confidence he gained from his World Cup performances had helped him understand his own game better, adding that he now wishes to be grounded and continue playing fearless cricket.

Cricket News / Cricket Times / October 17

Three reasons why Vaibhav Suryavanshi should be in India’s playing XI for 5th T20I against West Indies

India are set to face West Indies in the fifth and final T20I on Saturday, October 17, at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. With the five-match series level at 2-2, both teams will be eager to win the series decider and finish the contest on a high.

Cricket News / Guerilla Cricket / October 16

West Indies break defending woodoo against India

The freshly laid Hyderabad pitch unfurled another run-fest but West Indies’ bowlers snatched control at vital junctures in India’s pursuit of 248, giving an elusive win for a team defending a total on this tour.

Cricket News / Cricket Times / October 16

Sanju Samson joins elite club after reaching major milestone against West Indies in 4th T20I

Sanju Samson achieved a major milestone in his T20I career during India’s fourth T20I against West Indies at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad.

Cricket News / Guerilla Cricket / October 15

Sanju Samson reserves rich praise for rampaging Shai Hope

Sanju Samson was effusive in his praise of Shai Hope, who is enjoying a purple patch on India tour. “Hope is playing really well, we need to respect what he has been doing,” said Samson.

Cricket News / Crictoday / October 15

Sanju Samson admits Jasprit Bumrah’s absence was felt, backs young guns to deliver

Indian bowling has been facing the heat during the ongoing series against West Indies at home. Jasprit Bumrah is not part of the T20I squad, and he missed the ODI series due to his participation in the Asian Games 2026.

Cricket News / Crictoday / October 15

Sanju Samson terms Tilak Varma’s dismissal as turning point of the match after loss to West Indies in 4th T20I

India lost the fourth T20I in Hyderabad by 24 runs as the series heads to a decider, which is slated to take place on Saturday in Bengaluru. West Indies were invited to bat first, and the visitors scored a mammoth 247. The home team were in the game, needing 48 runs from 19 balls when Tilak Varma was dismissed on the final ball of the 17th over.

Cricket News / Mr Cricket UAE / October 15

Sanju Samson after India's loss in 4th T20I: There's no replacement for Jasprit Bumrah

Star India batter Sanju Samson admitted that the team is missing Jasprit Bumrah but said that it is also full of several other talented bowlers. Indian bowling has struggled in recent times, having consistently leaked runs, allowing the opponents to post humongous totals.

Cricket News / Cricket Times / October 15

IND vs WI : Shimron Hetmyer takes a stunning boundary catch to dismiss Sanju Samson in 4th T20I

Sanju Samson gave India a flying start in their chase of 248 against West Indies in the fourth T20I at Hyderabad on Wednesday, October 14. The wicketkeeper-batter went after the bowlers from the outset, helping India reach 50 runs in just three overs, their fastest team fifty in T20I cricket.

Cricket News / Outlook India / October 12

Sanju Samson Nutmegs Abhishek Sharma! Team India Opening Partners Share Lighthearted Moment During Practice | Watch

Sanju Samson playfully nutmegged Abhishek Sharma with a straight drive during a lighthearted Team India practice session Both Samson and Abhishek have been in scintillating batting form during the ongoing white-ball series against the West Indies.

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / October 10

#039;Good To Have People Breathing Down Your Neck#039;: Robin Singh On Vaibhav Sooryavanshi-Samson T20I Debate

Samson T20I: Former Indian cricketer Robin Singh pointed out that the Vaibhav Sooryavanshi-Sanju Samson debate in T20Is presents the Indian team with healthy competition, one that will not allow the other to "slip up" with their performances.

Cricket News / CricTracker / October 8

IND vs WI 2026: 'No questions around him' - Cheteshwar Pujara backs Sanju Samson amid poor run of form

Sanju Samson is going through a difficult phase with the bat during India's five-match T20I series against West Indies. The wicketkeeper-batter managed only 11 runs off 9 deliveries in India's eight-wicket victory in the first T20I played in Lucknow on October 6, 2026.

Cricket News / CricTracker / October 8

'He is feeling insecure' - Hanuma Vihari reflects on Sanju Samson's form after series of low scores

Sanju Samson has endured a difficult run with the bat since India's T20 World Cup triumph in March 2026. The opening batter has struggled to find consistency in the subsequent T20I matches, raising questions about his form and place in the team.

Cricket News / CricTracker / October 6

'He did not score runs in the Asian Games' - Hanuma Vihari's blunt statement on Sanju Samson ahead of 1st IND vs WI T20I

India begins a five-match T20 International series against the West Indies with the first match at the Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow on Tuesday, October 6.

Cricket News / CricTracker / October 4

'We did not get the gold on a platter' - Sanju Samson after India's Asian Games win

India retained the Asian Games men's cricket gold with a 19-run victory over Pakistan in the final at Korogi Sports Park, Nisshin on October 3. The Indian team posted 211 for 6 after winning the toss and choosing to bat first, while Pakistan finished their innings at 192 for 6.