India rallies to chase down 181 against New Zealand in Christchurch
ESPNcricinfo • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 24, 2026, 11:09 AM
Last updated Oct 24, 2026
India recovered from a shaky start at 70 for 5 to chase down New Zealand's total of 181 in Christchurch on October 24. Poor fielding from New Zealand allowed four Indian batters to be reprieved during the match. This victory puts India 2-0 up in the series against New Zealand. The focus now shifts to the next match in the series.
- •India chased down 181 runs in Christchurch.
- •The team was 70 for 5 at one point.
- •New Zealand's fielding mistakes helped India recover.
- •This win gives India a 2-0 lead in the series.
- •The next match will determine the series outcome.
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"India recovered from 70 for 5 to chase down 181 in Christchurch after New Zealand's poor fielding reprieved four India batters
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