India vs New Zealand 2nd T20 2025: India announces their Playing 11, as Team India Wins the Toss and Elects to Bowl First Against New Zealand

The second India vs New Zealand T20I is being played in Raipur, with the match scheduled to start at 7:00 PM IST. For the toss, India has won and chose to bowl first against New Zealand. After this game, the series will move to Guwahati for the third T20I on January 25.

Abhishek Sharma of India was the standout performer with the bat. Opening the innings, he smashed 84 runs off just 35 balls, striking at 240. His innings included eight sixes and five fours. Because of his aggressive knock, India posted a massive total of 238 for 7.

Suryakumar Yadav showed signs of returning to form. The India T20I captain scored 32 runs from 22 balls and supported Abhishek by rotating strike early before accelerating. His innings featured four boundaries and one six.

Rinku Singh made a strong return to the playing XI. After limited opportunities in recent tournaments, he grabbed his chance against New Zealand by scoring an unbeaten 44 off 20 balls. He also emerged as a surprise package in the first T20I. 

For New Zealand, there were positives despite the loss. Jacob Duffy conceded only 27 runs in his two overs and picked up two wickets even as India crossed 230. Glenn Phillips was the lone bright spot with the bat, scoring 78 off 40 balls and fighting till the end.

India vs New Zealand 2nd T20 2025: Playing XIs for the 2nd T20

India goes into the second India vs New Zealand T20I carrying a strong run of results. Since winning the 2024 T20 World Cup, India has not lost a single T20I series. This five-match series is their final one before the 2026 T20 World Cup, and a win here would make it their 15th straight T20I series victory. India won the first ODI, but the Kiwis came back to win the next two games and sealed their first-ever ODI series win in India.

In T20I head-to-head meetings, the two teams have faced each other 26 times. India has won 16 matches, while New Zealand has won 10.

The second T20I will be streamed live on the JioHotstar app and website. Television coverage will be available on the Star Sports network, with the match starting at 7:00 PM IST.

Here is a look at the team lineup of India vs New Zealand for the 2nd T20:

Weather and Pitch Report for India vs New Zealand 2nd T20

The India vs New Zealand 2nd T20 will be hosted by the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Cricket Stadium in Raipur, which will be only its second men’s T20I. The first one here was played on December 1, 2023, when India beat Australia by 20 runs. India are far more aggressive now, and if they bat first again, another big innings from Abhishek Sharma or any of the top-order batters could put New Zealand under serious pressure.

The weather in Raipur looks good for cricket throughout the day and night. The city is expected to see bright sunshine during the day, with evening and nighttime temperatures staying between 20 and 25 degrees Celsius. Humidity levels are likely to remain comfortable, ranging from 35 to 44 percent during the match, which should help players cope well with the conditions.

FAQs

Q. Where is the 2nd India vs New Zealand T20I being played?

A. The match is being played at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Cricket Stadium in Raipur.

Q. What time does the India vs New Zealand match start?

A. The India vs New Zealand match is scheduled to start at 7:00 PM IST.

Q. Who won the toss for the 2nd India vs New Zealand match?

A. India won the toss and chose to bowl first against New Zealand.

Q. What is the series score after the first match?

A. India leads the five-match T20I series 1–0 after winning the first game by 48 runs in Nagpur.

Q. What are the weather conditions in Raipur for the match?

A. The weather is clear with no rain expected, and temperatures range from around 24°C in the evening to about 17°C at night.

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