Mitchell Leads New Zealand’s Last-Over Charge Against India

Daryl Mitchell produced the decisive performance as New Zealand chased down India’s 178-4 with one ball remaining, reaching 181-5 in 19.5 overs. The all-rounder was named Player of the Match after striking 52 from 34 balls, including five fours and two sixes. India’s innings was built around Sanju Samson’s fluent 68 from 44 deliveries. Samson cleared the ropes three times and found the boundary six times, giving India a strong platform before New Zealand’s bowlers kept the finish under control. Devon Conway added valuable support for New Zealand, making 44 from 35 balls with five fours and a six. Mitchell then anchored the chase through the closing stages, ensuring New Zealand stayed ahead of the required rate and completed the pursuit at 181-5. Jasprit Bumrah was India’s standout bowler, taking 3-24 in 3.5 overs and applying pressure late in the innings. Varun Chakaravarthy also claimed two wickets, though his four overs cost 36 runs. For New Zealand, Jacob Duffy returned 2-46 from his four overs as the visitors sealed a five-wicket victory.