India, 22 November 2025 — India clinched a series victory over New Zealand in the thrilling second ODI match held in Ranchi on Wednesday. The hosts won by five wickets, securing an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series. The match saw an impressive performance from India's top-order batsmen, who successfully chased down a challenging target set by New Zealand.
Batting first, New Zealand posted a formidable total of 285 runs, thanks to a century by their captain, Tom Latham. However, India's bowlers, led by pacer Jasprit Bumrah, managed to restrict the visitors from setting an even higher target by taking crucial wickets at regular intervals.
In response, India started strongly with openers Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill putting up a solid partnership. Gill's century and Virat Kohli's steady half-century ensured India stayed on track throughout the chase, culminating in a victory with just a few balls to spare.
The match holds significance as it demonstrates India's preparedness and form ahead of upcoming international fixtures, reinforcing their position in the ODI rankings. The final match of the series is scheduled to be played in Kolkata on Friday.
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