IND vs NZ Scorecard & Highlights: 1st T20I, Christchurch, 2026
The India national cricket team vs New Zealand national cricket team match scorecard for the first T20I of India’s 2026 tour of New Zealand features a thrilling run chase at Hagley Oval, Christchurch. India defeated New Zealand by four wickets on October 22, 2026, chasing a target of 226 runs with two balls remaining.
New Zealand scored 225/4 in 20 overs after an unbeaten 82 off 40 balls from Glenn Phillips. In reply, India finished at 230/6 in 19.4 overs, with Sanju Samson scoring 67 off 33 balls and Naman Dhir contributing an unbeaten 42 off 15 deliveries.
Sanju Samson was named Player of the Match for his explosive innings. India’s victory gave the visitors a 1-0 lead in the five-match T20I series.
IND vs NZ 1st T20I Match Summary
| Match Information | Details |
| Match | New Zealand vs India, 1st T20I |
| Series | India tour of New Zealand 2026/27 |
| Date | October 22, 2026 |
| Venue | Hagley Oval, Christchurch, New Zealand |
| Toss | India elected to field |
| New Zealand Score | 225/4 in 20 overs |
| India Score | 230/6 in 19.4 overs |
| Target | 226 runs |
| Result | India won by 4 wickets |
| Player of the Match | Sanju Samson |
| Top Scorer for New Zealand | Glenn Phillips (82* off 40 balls) |
| Top Scorer for India | Sanju Samson (67 off 33 balls) |
| Series Standing | India lead 1-0 |
IND vs NZ: Where to Watch Live?
Cricket fans can watch the India national cricket team vs New Zealand national cricket team 1st T20I through television and online streaming platforms in India. The match was played on October 22, 2026, at Hagley Oval in Christchurch.
India vs New Zealand Live Telecast in India
The live television broadcast of the IND vs NZ 1st T20I was available on Sony Sports Network. Coverage was offered in multiple languages, including English, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu and Kannada.
IND vs NZ Live Streaming Online
Viewers in India could watch the match online through the SonyLIV app and website. Visit the official SonyLIV website and check the available subscription requirements to access live cricket coverage.
New Zealand National Cricket Team Batting Scorecard
New Zealand posted 225/4 after being asked to bat first. Finn Allen provided an aggressive start, while Glenn Phillips anchored the innings and accelerated towards the end. Bevon Jacobs also played a valuable cameo to help the hosts finish with a formidable total.
| Batter | Dismissal | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | Strike Rate |
| Tim Seifert (WK) | c Samson b Mayank Yadav | 24 | 17 | 3 | 1 | 141.17 |
| Finn Allen | c Tilak Varma b Axar Patel | 45 | 24 | 5 | 2 | 187.50 |
| Daryl Mitchell | c Bhuvneshwar Kumar b Arshdeep Singh | 28 | 19 | 2 | 1 | 147.36 |
| Glenn Phillips | Not out | 82 | 40 | 8 | 3 | 205.00 |
| Bevon Jacobs | Run out (Arshdeep Singh) | 31 | 16 | 0 | 3 | 193.75 |
| Michael Bracewell | Not out | 7 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 116.66 |
| Mitchell Santner (C) | Did not bat | — | — | — | — | — |
| Nathan Smith | Did not bat | — | — | — | — | — |
| Matt Henry | Did not bat | — | — | — | — | — |
| Adam Milne | Did not bat | — | — | — | — | — |
| Lockie Ferguson | Did not bat | — | — | — | — | — |
| Extras | 8 (6 wides, 2 no-balls) | 8 | ||||
| Total | 20 overs | 225/4 | 11.25 RR |
India’s Bowling Scorecard Against New Zealand
India’s bowlers struggled to contain New Zealand’s aggressive batting approach, conceding 225 runs at an overall run rate of 11.25. Mayank Yadav, Arshdeep Singh and Axar Patel took one wicket each, while the fourth dismissal came through a run-out.
| Bowler | Overs | Maidens | Runs | Wickets | Economy |
| Bhuvneshwar Kumar | 4 | 0 | 49 | 0 | 12.25 |
| Arshdeep Singh | 4 | 0 | 45 | 1 | 11.25 |
| Mayank Yadav | 4 | 0 | 40 | 1 | 10.00 |
| Axar Patel | 4 | 0 | 51 | 1 | 12.75 |
| Nitish Kumar Reddy | 4 | 0 | 40 | 0 | 10.00 |
| Total | 20 | 0 | 225 | 3 | 11.25 |
New Zealand Innings: Key Highlights
Glenn Phillips’ unbeaten 82 off 40 balls
Glenn Phillips was New Zealand’s standout batter, scoring 82 not out at a strike rate of 205.00. His eight fours and three sixes helped New Zealand maintain an attacking tempo throughout the innings.
Phillips reached his half-century in just 27 balls and continued to score quickly during the closing overs. His partnership with Bevon Jacobs helped New Zealand cross the 200-run mark.
Finn Allen’s quickfire 45
Finn Allen scored 45 off 24 balls, hitting five fours and two sixes. His aggressive batting helped New Zealand make a strong start during the powerplay.
Bevon Jacobs’ late contribution
Jacobs struck 31 from 16 deliveries, including three sixes. His innings helped New Zealand add valuable runs after the dismissal of Daryl Mitchell.
New Zealand reached 50 runs in 5.2 overs, crossed 100 in 10.2 overs and passed 200 in 18.2 overs. Despite losing four wickets, the hosts finished with a challenging total of 225/4.
India National Cricket Team Batting Scorecard
India produced an aggressive response to New Zealand’s 225/4. Sanju Samson and Abhishek Sharma gave the visitors a flying start, while Shreyas Iyer and Naman Dhir played important roles in keeping the chase on track.
| Batter | Dismissal | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | Strike Rate |
| Sanju Samson (WK) | b Mitchell Santner | 67 | 33 | 8 | 4 | 203.03 |
| Abhishek Sharma | c Adam Milne b Michael Bracewell | 29 | 12 | 2 | 3 | 241.66 |
| Tilak Varma | c Lockie Ferguson b Michael Bracewell | 6 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 54.54 |
| Shreyas Iyer (C) | c Mitchell Santner b Adam Milne | 42 | 28 | 1 | 2 | 150.00 |
| Ishan Kishan | c Finn Allen b Mitchell Santner | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 33.33 |
| Axar Patel | c sub (Devon Conway) b Lockie Ferguson | 24 | 14 | 3 | 1 | 171.42 |
| Naman Dhir | Not out | 42 | 15 | 5 | 2 | 280.00 |
| Nitish Kumar Reddy | Not out | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 66.66 |
| Bhuvneshwar Kumar | Did not bat | — | — | — | — | — |
| Arshdeep Singh | Did not bat | — | — | — | — | — |
| Mayank Yadav | Did not bat | — | — | — | — | — |
| Extras | 17 (16 wides, 1 no-ball) | 17 | ||||
| Total | 19.4 overs | 230/6 | 11.69 RR |
New Zealand’s Bowling Scorecard Against India
New Zealand’s bowlers picked up six wickets but could not prevent India from completing the chase. Michael Bracewell and Mitchell Santner claimed two wickets each, while Adam Milne and Lockie Ferguson took one apiece.
| Bowler | Overs | Maidens | Runs | Wickets | Economy |
| Matt Henry | 3.4 | 0 | 57 | 0 | 15.54 |
| Adam Milne | 3 | 0 | 43 | 1 | 14.33 |
| Lockie Ferguson | 3 | 0 | 34 | 1 | 11.33 |
| Michael Bracewell | 4 | 0 | 37 | 2 | 9.25 |
| Mitchell Santner | 4 | 0 | 39 | 2 | 9.75 |
| Nathan Smith | 2 | 0 | 20 | 0 | 10.00 |
| Total | 19.4 | 0 | 230 | 6 | 11.69 |
India Innings: Key Highlights
Sanju Samson’s explosive 67 off 33 balls
Sanju Samson was the foundation of India’s successful run chase. He scored 67 runs from 33 deliveries, striking eight fours and four sixes at a strike rate of 203.03.
Samson reached his half-century in just 23 balls, helping India race to 94/1 during the powerplay. His innings put New Zealand under pressure and gave the middle order a strong platform to finish the match.
Abhishek Sharma’s rapid start
Abhishek Sharma added 29 off just 12 balls, including two fours and three sixes. His attacking approach complemented Samson’s innings and helped India make 94 runs in the first six overs.
Shreyas Iyer steadies the innings
After India lost three wickets in quick succession, captain Shreyas Iyer contributed 42 runs off 28 balls. His innings helped India recover from the dismissals of Samson and Tilak Varma and kept the required run rate manageable.
Naman Dhir finishes the chase
Naman Dhir delivered one of the most decisive performances of the match, scoring an unbeaten 42 off 15 balls at a strike rate of 280.00. His five fours and two sixes helped India overcome late pressure and reach the target with two balls remaining.
Axar Patel also contributed 24 off 14 balls, providing important runs during the middle overs.
Fall of Wickets: IND vs NZ
New Zealand Fall of Wickets
| Wicket | Score | Batter | Over |
| 1 | 49 | Tim Seifert | 4.6 |
| 2 | 80 | Finn Allen | 7.4 |
| 3 | 122 | Daryl Mitchell | 12.1 |
| 4 | 195 | Bevon Jacobs | 17.3 |
New Zealand maintained a strong scoring rate despite losing wickets at regular intervals. The partnership between Phillips and Jacobs was particularly important in pushing the total beyond 200.
India Fall of Wickets
| Wicket | Score | Batter | Over |
| 1 | 93 | Abhishek Sharma | 5.5 |
| 2 | 115 | Sanju Samson | 8.6 |
| 3 | 117 | Tilak Varma | 9.3 |
| 4 | 122 | Ishan Kishan | 10.3 |
| 5 | 167 | Axar Patel | 14.3 |
| 6 | 210 | Shreyas Iyer | 18.1 |
India’s chase became more challenging after losing Samson, Tilak Varma and Ishan Kishan in quick succession. However, Iyer’s contribution and Naman Dhir’s late acceleration ensured that India stayed ahead of the required rate.
IND vs NZ Match Flow
New Zealand Innings
New Zealand began aggressively, scoring 65 runs in the powerplay for the loss of one wicket. Finn Allen and Tim Seifert provided early momentum before India’s bowlers picked up wickets during the middle overs.
Glenn Phillips then took control of the innings. He reached his half-century in 27 balls and combined with Bevon Jacobs to add a quick 50-run partnership in just 24 balls. New Zealand crossed 200 in 18.2 overs and finished at 225/4.
India Innings
India started the chase at an even faster pace, scoring 94 runs in the powerplay for the loss of one wicket. Samson and Abhishek Sharma attacked the New Zealand bowlers from the beginning.
India crossed 100 in 6.5 overs but lost three wickets between the ninth and eleventh overs. Shreyas Iyer and Axar Patel rebuilt the innings before Naman Dhir accelerated during the closing overs.
India crossed 200 in 17.2 overs and completed the chase at 230/6 in 19.4 overs, winning by four wickets.
Player of the Match: Sanju Samson
Sanju Samson was named Player of the Match after producing a match-winning 67 off 33 balls. His innings included eight fours and four sixes, with a strike rate above 200. Samson’s attacking start reduced the pressure of chasing 226 runs and allowed India’s middle order to play with greater freedom. Although India lost several wickets during the middle overs, his contribution gave the visitors the foundation required to secure victory.
Naman Dhir’s unbeaten 42 off 15 balls was equally important in the final stage of the chase, while Glenn Phillips’ 82 not out was New Zealand’s leading individual contribution.
IND vs NZ 1st T20I: Match Records and Statistics
| Statistic | Record |
| Highest individual score | Glenn Phillips – 82* |
| Highest Indian individual score | Sanju Samson – 67 |
| Fastest major innings by strike rate | Naman Dhir – 280.00 |
| Best Indian bowling figures | 1 wicket each for Arshdeep Singh, Mayank Yadav and Axar Patel |
| Best New Zealand bowling figures | Michael Bracewell – 2 wickets for 37 runs |
| New Zealand total | 225/4 |
| India total | 230/6 |
| Match-winning margin | 4 wickets |
| Balls remaining | 2 |
| Player of the Match | Sanju Samson |
India vs New Zealand T20I Series 2026/27
The first T20I victory gave India a 1-0 lead in the five-match series. The result also highlighted the importance of batting depth in high-scoring T20 matches. New Zealand will look to improve its bowling performance after conceding 230 runs, while India will aim to build on the aggressive batting approach demonstrated in Christchurch. Both sides have powerful top orders, making the remaining matches an important test of their bowling combinations and finishing ability.
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FAQs
India won the first T20I by four wickets at Hagley Oval, Christchurch, on October 22, 2026. India chased New Zealand’s total of 225/4, finishing at 230/6 in 19.4 overs.
New Zealand scored 225/4 in 20 overs, while India scored 230/6 in 19.4 overs. India won the match by four wickets with two balls remaining.
Sanju Samson was named Player of the Match after scoring 67 runs off 33 balls, including eight fours and four sixes.
Glenn Phillips was New Zealand’s highest scorer, finishing unbeaten on 82 from 40 balls. His innings included eight fours and three sixes.
Naman Dhir scored an unbeaten 42 off 15 balls, with five fours and two sixes. His aggressive finishing helped India complete the 226-run chase with two balls remaining.
Following the first T20I on October 22, 2026, India lead the five-match series 1-0.
The match was played at Hagley Oval in Christchurch, New Zealand.
India chased a target of 226 runs after New Zealand scored 225/4 in its allotted 20 overs. India reached 230/6 in 19.4 overs to secure victory.
