In Men’s cricket, India defeated New Zealand by 4 wickets in the second T20 International at Hagley Oval in Christchurch today to take a two-nil lead in the five-match series.

India achieved the target of 181 runs in 19.5 overs losing 6 wickets. For the visitors, Tilak Varma scored highest unbeaten 51 runs off 26 balls. Earlier, Team India’s bowlers restricted New Zealand to 180 runs for 5 wickets in 20 overs. India had won the toss and opted to field.