October 23, 2026 By Admin
Who won the IND vs NZ 1st T20I 2026? Get the final score, both scorecards and the highlights from India’s chase of 226 in Christchurch.
IND vs NZ 1st T20I 2026: Match Result, Scorecard & Highlights
India beat New Zealand by four wickets in the IND vs NZ 1st T20I 2026 at Hagley Oval, Christchurch, chasing 226 with two balls to spare. Sanju Samson hit 67 off 33 and Naman Dhir finished on 42 not out off 15.
IND vs NZ 1st T20I 2026: Match Summary and Result
India won the toss and chose to field. New Zealand posted a big total, but India's fast start and a late burst from Naman Dhir completed the chase with two balls left.
| Match Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | New Zealand vs India, 1st T20I |
| Date | 22 October 2026 |
| Venue | Hagley Oval, Christchurch |
| New Zealand | 225/4 in 20 overs |
| India | 230/6 in 19.4 overs |
| Result | India won by 4 wickets |
| Player of the Match | Sanju Samson |
New Zealand Innings: Glenn Phillips Leads the Scoring
Tim Seifert and Finn Allen gave New Zealand a quick start, and the hosts were 65/1 after the powerplay. Allen made 45 off 24 and Daryl Mitchell added 28 off 19.
Glenn Phillips then took over with an unbeaten 82 off 40, hitting eight fours and three sixes. Bevon Jacobs chipped in with 31 off 16 before he was run out. For India, Arshdeep Singh, Mayank Yadav and Axar Patel took a wicket each.
New Zealand scorecard
| Batter | Runs | Balls |
|---|---|---|
| Tim Seifert | 24 | 17 |
| Finn Allen | 45 | 24 |
| Daryl Mitchell | 28 | 19 |
| Glenn Phillips | 82* | 40 |
| Bevon Jacobs | 31 | 16 |
| Michael Bracewell | 7* | 6 |
| Extras | 8 | - |
| Total | 225/4 | 20 overs |
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India Chase 226: Samson and Dhir Make the Difference
Samson and Abhishek Sharma added 93 for the first wicket, and India reached 94/1 in the powerplay. Samson made 67 off 33 with eight fours and four sixes, while Abhishek hit 29 off 12.
New Zealand pulled things back with quick wickets. Shreyas Iyer steadied the innings with 42 off 28, and Axar Patel added 24 off 14. Dhir then closed it out with five fours and two sixes in his 15-ball 42. Michael Bracewell and Mitchell Santner took two wickets each for New Zealand.
India scorecard
| Batter | Runs | Balls |
|---|---|---|
| Sanju Samson | 67 | 33 |
| Abhishek Sharma | 29 | 12 |
| Tilak Varma | 6 | 11 |
| Shreyas Iyer | 42 | 28 |
| Ishan Kishan | 1 | 3 |
| Axar Patel | 24 | 14 |
| Naman Dhir | 42* | 15 |
| Nitish Kumar Reddy | 2* | 3 |
| Extras | 17 | - |
| Total | 230/6 | 19.4 overs |
Key Takeaway
India's powerplay set up the chase and Dhir's finish sealed it.
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- India win by four wickets after chasing 226 in 19.4 overs
- Samson's 67 off 33 earned him Player of the Match
- Phillips' unbeaten 82 off 40 carried New Zealand to 225/4
- Dhir's 42* off 15 decided the closing overs
- India lead 1-0 in the five-match series
A 225 total is rarely enough in T20Is when the chase starts at 93 for the first wicket.
What the Result Means for the T20I Series
India take an early lead, but conceding 225 will be a concern for the bowlers. New Zealand will want to turn strong batting into a defendable total.
The 2nd T20I is on 24 October at Hagley Oval, Christchurch.
IND vs NZ 1st T20I 2026: FAQ
Who won the IND vs NZ 1st T20I in 2026?
India won by four wickets on 22 October 2026 at Hagley Oval, Christchurch.
What was the score?
New Zealand made 225/4 in 20 overs. India replied with 230/6 in 19.4 overs.
Who was Player of the Match?
Sanju Samson, for his 67 off 33 balls.
How many runs did Glenn Phillips score?
An unbeaten 82 off 40 balls.
How many runs did Naman Dhir score?
An unbeaten 42 off 15 balls.
What is the series score now?
India lead the five-match T20I series 1-0.
IND vs NZ 1st T20I 2026: Final Words
Quick Summary
- India beat New Zealand by 4 wickets, chasing 226
- Samson 67 off 33, Dhir 42* off 15, Iyer 42 off 28
- Phillips scored 82* off 40 for New Zealand
- India lead the series 1-0; the 2nd T20I is on 24 October