India took a 1-0 lead in the five-match series after chasing down New Zealand's 226-run target in the opening T20I. Sanju Samson top-scored with 67 off 33 balls, while Shreyas Iyer and Naman Dhir made crucial contributions to help the visitors secure a four-wicket win with two balls to spare.
“There was a lot of speculation I have also seen, just because Ishan had a strain in his groin, the batting order was changed,” Kotak told reporters.
India promoted Tilak Varma to No. 3 in the series opener, with Ishan Kishan batting at No. 5. Varma scored six off 11 balls before Michael Bracewell dismissed him, while Kishan managed just one off three deliveries before falling to Mitchell Santner.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Emerges as Replacement Option
The teenager subsequently remained on the bench throughout India's five-match home T20I series against the West Indies and the opening match against New Zealand. However, he impressed in the series opener by making a timely boundary stop as a substitute fielder.
India Seal Record T20I Chase Despite Early Setbacks
India completed a strong batting performance to chase down New Zealand's 226-run target at Hagley Oval, Christchurch. The visitors reached 230/6 in 19.4 overs to register their highest successful run-chase in T20I cricket.
India will look to extend their lead in the second T20I in Christchurch on Saturday, October 24. The team may need to adjust its playing XI depending on the medical team's assessment of Ishan Kishan's fitness.
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