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India register their highest successful run chase in T20I history

India chased down 226 to post 230/6 in Christchurch on October 22, 2026, setting a new national record for the highest successful run chase in T20 internationals.

Published: Thursday, 22 October 2026 at 12:40 PM
India register their highest successful run chase in T20I history
Key Things to Know
  • India set a national record for their highest successful T20I run chase by reaching 230/6 against New Zealand.
  • India chased down the 226-run target with two balls to spare to take a 1-0 series lead.
  • Sanju Samson top-scored for India with 67 runs, supported by Shreyas Iyer's 42 and Naman Dhir's unbeaten 45.
The Story in 60 Seconds

India achieved their highest successful run chase in T20I history by scoring 230/6 to defeat New Zealand in Christchurch on October 22, 2026. Chasing a target of 226, India secured the victory with two balls to spare to take a 1-0 lead in the series. The result eclipsed India's previous national record chase of 209/3.

New Zealand posted 225/4 behind an unbeaten 82 from Glenn Phillips. In response, Sanju Samson led India's batting effort with 67 runs, while Shreyas Iyer contributed 42 and Naman Dhir finished unbeaten on 45 to guide the team to the record-breaking win.

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