IND vs NZ Live: Focus on Rohit, Kohli as India eye series win in Rajkot

Daryl Mitchell’s commanding unbeaten century illuminated the Niranjan Shah Stadium, while Will Young’s resolute half-century provided New Zealand with the backbone they needed to overpower India by seven wickets in the second ODI. Chasing a competitive 285, the visitors secured victory with 15 balls to spare, leveling the three-match series at 1–1 and setting the stage for a high-stakes decider.

The New Zealand chase began on a cautious note with Devon Conway (16) and Henry Nicholls (10) departing early. However, Mitchell and Young soon took control, forging a formidable 162-run partnership for the third wicket that shifted the momentum decisively in New Zealand’s favor.

Mitchell led the way with an authoritative display, registering his eighth ODI hundred off just 96 deliveries. He remained unbeaten on 131 from 117 balls, sealing the win with a deft scoop to the boundary. Young offered crucial support at the other end, compiling a composed 87 from 98 balls before falling to Kuldeep Yadav in the 38th over. Glenn Phillips (32*) then joined Mitchell to guide New Zealand to their highest-ever successful ODI run chase on Indian soil.