India Chase 209 in Record Time to Beat New Zealand 7 Wickets, Lead Series 2-0

India secured a commanding seven-wicket win over New Zealand in the second T20I at Raipur, taking a 2-0 lead in the five-match series. Chasing 209, India overcame early setbacks of 6 for 2 with a record-breaking 122-run partnership between Ishan Kishan (76 off 32 balls) and captain Suryakumar Yadav (82 not out off 37 balls). India completed the chase in 15.2 overs, setting the fastest successful 200-plus run chase by a full-member nation. Kishan's aggressive innings and Surya's return to form were widely praised, while Shivam Dube contributed an unbeaten 36. New Zealand posted 208 for 6, with Mitchell Santner unbeaten on 47. The match highlighted India's depth and batting strength ahead of the T20 World Cup, with discussions on team selection and player form ongoing.