What is New Zealand's record at Nagpur in T20Is?

New Zealand enter the T20I leg of the tour with confidence after securing a 2-1 victory over India in the three-match ODI series. The five-match T20I series will begin at the Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium in Jamtha, Nagpur, where the visitors will look to carry forward their winning momentum. The Black Caps will be led by Mitchell Santner in the shortest format.

Over the years, New Zealand have enjoyed a fairly competitive record against India in T20 internationals. The two teams have faced each other 25 times in the 20-over format, with New Zealand winning 10 matches. With a win percentage of around 42, the Kiwis have consistently shown that they are capable of challenging India and cannot be taken lightly in the shorter format.

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New Zealand’s experience at the Nagpur venue in T20Is is limited but memorable. They have played just one T20I at the ground, which came during the T20 World Cup in 2016, and it ended in a comprehensive victory for the visitors. Batting first on a surface that heavily assisted the bowlers, New Zealand managed to post a modest total of 126/7 in their 20 overs.

Corey Anderson was the top scorer with 34 runs, while Luke Ronchi added an unbeaten 21. Most of the other batters struggled to find rhythm as the pitch offered significant movement. For India, five bowlers claimed one wicket each, with Jasprit Bumrah being particularly impressive, conceding runs at an economy rate of just 3.75.

In reply, India were bowled out for a mere 79 in 18.1 overs. Captain MS Dhoni top-scored with 30, while Virat Kohli contributed 23, but the rest of the batting lineup collapsed under sustained pressure. New Zealand’s bowlers were outstanding, with Mitchell Santner producing a match-winning spell of 4/11 at an economy of 2.75. Ish Sodhi chipped in with 3/18, while Nathan McCullum picked up 2/15.

Although New Zealand’s T20I sample size in Nagpur is small, the revamped squad will be eager to make an impact. They will aim to start the series strongly and take a 1-0 lead in the opening encounter.