Get all your news in one place.
100's of premium titles.
One app.
Start reading
The Economic Times
The Economic Times
National

India vs New Zealand 1st T20I: Samson, Dhir seal 4-wicket win for India

India defeated New Zealand by four wickets in the first T20 International on Thursday, taking a 1-0 lead in the five-match series. Chasing a target of 226, India reached 230/6 in 19.4 overs, with Sanju Samson leading the charge with a blistering 67.

India got off to a flying start, reaching 94/1 at the end of the powerplay, with Samson and Tilak Varma at the crease. However, Mitchell Santner provided New Zealand with a crucial breakthrough in the ninth over, dismissing Samson for 67 off just 33 balls. Shreyas Iyer then joined Varma at the crease.

Sign up to read this article
Read news from 100's of titles, curated specifically for you.
Already a member? Sign in here
Related Stories
Top stories on inkl right now
One subscription that gives you access to news from hundreds of sites
Already a member? Sign in here
Our Picks
Fourteen days free
Download the app
One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.