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As the Indian cricket team touched down in the coastal city of Thiruvananthapuram for the fifth and final T20I against New Zealand on January 31, the atmosphere was a mix of intense pressure and light-hearted camaraderie. While the Men in Blue have already secured the series with a dominant 3-1 lead, the final showdown at the Greenfield International Stadium serves …

The Greenfield International Stadium in Thiruvananthapuram is all set to host the fifth and final T20I between India and New Zealand. With the series already in India’s bag (3-1), this finale is more than just a dead rubber; it is a final dress rehearsal before the T20 World Cup 2026 kicks off. The homecoming of a local hero India may …

The five-match T20I series will now culminates in Thiruvananthapuram as India looks to finish on a high following New Zealand’s spirited comeback in Visakhapatnam. Despite India holding a 3-1 lead, the final T20I remains a vital opportunity for both sides to test their depth and resolve before the upcoming T20 World Cup. The Greenfield International Stadium, in Kerala, will offers …

With the five-match T20I series already decided in India‘s favour, the spotlight has shifted to an intriguing individual battle ahead of the fifth and final game. New Zealand fast bowler Matt Henry has revealed his strategy to counter India’s explosive opener Abhishek Sharma, who has been one of the most talked-about performers of the series despite a mixed run of …

Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar delivered a blunt assessment of Sanju Samson following the latter’s dismissal in the fourth T20I against New Zealand at ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam. Samson’s struggles continued as he managed just 24 runs, raising fresh questions about his place in India’s plans ahead of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. India suffered a comprehensive defeat …

In a tactical experiment aimed at preparing for the T20 World Cup 2026, India‘s dominant run-streak came to a halt in the 4th T20I against New Zealand in Visakhapatnam on January 28, 2026. After securing three consecutive wins to take the series, the hosts suffered a 50-run defeat after being bowled out for 165 while chasing a massive target of …

Shivam Dube’s explosive lone-warrior act proved insufficient as New Zealand snapped India’s winning streak with a decisive 50-run victory in Visakhapatnam. Chasing a mammoth target of 216, the Indian top order crumbled early under the lights, leaving the middle order with a mountainous task against a disciplined Kiwi attack. Despite Dube’s historic 15-ball half-century, the lack of support from the …

Hardik Pandya once again proved why he is considered one of the most elite athletes in world cricket with a moment of breathtaking brilliance in the field. During a high-stakes 4th T20I encounter against New Zealand in Vizag, his lightning-quick reflexes turned a routine single into a game-changing breakthrough for Team India. By executing a nearly impossible direct hit, he …

Indian head coach Gautam Gambhir has found himself in the crosshairs of frustrated fans as Shreyas Iyer was once again omitted from the Indian playing XI for the 4th T20I vs New Zealand in Visakhapatnam. IND vs NZ, 4th T20I: Shreyas Iyer snub continues as fans blame Gautam Gambhir  Despite being added to the squad as a replacement for the …

The 4th T20I between India and New Zealand at the ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium in Visakhapatnam has seen a tactical reshuffle as the hosts look to maintain their 3-0 dominance. Captain Suryakumar Yadav won the toss on a breezy coastal evening and elected to bowl first, once again factoring in the heavy dew that has characterized this series. With the series …