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- [WATCH] Tilak Varma’s emotional outburst after winning India’s thrilling heist against New Zealand in the 2nd T20I. Tilak Varma held back his celebration after reaching fifty and only let his emotions out when Nitish Kumar Reddy secured victory with the penultimate ball at Hagley Oval.
- [WATCH] Tilak Varma’s emotional outburst after winning India’s thrilling heist against New Zealand in 2nd T20I (Photo Source: BCCI) Tilak Varma created one of the most memorable moments of the India-New Zealand tour 2026-27 when he decided to hold back his 50th century celebration during the 2nd T20I at Hagley Oval, Christchurch on October 24.
- Even when he was fifty, he maintained his composure and was determined to finish the race before taking a break.
[WATCH] Tilak Varma’s emotional outburst after winning India’s thrilling heist against New Zealand in the 2nd T20I. Tilak Varma held back his celebration after reaching fifty and only let his emotions out when Nitish Kumar Reddy secured victory with the penultimate ball at Hagley Oval.
[WATCH] Tilak Varma’s emotional outburst after winning India’s thrilling heist against New Zealand in 2nd T20I (Photo Source: BCCI) Tilak Varma created one of the most memorable moments of the India-New Zealand tour 2026-27 when he decided to hold back his 50th century celebration during the 2nd T20I at Hagley Oval, Christchurch on October 24. Even when he was fifty, he maintained his composure and was determined to finish the race before taking a break. When Nitish Kumar Reddy headed the penultimate delivery to mid-wicket to complete the 4-wicket win, Varma finally let go.
He brushed back his flowing locks and let out a loud, emotional scream, releasing the tension that had built up during a difficult chase. You never rule out #TeamIndia. Tilak Varma and NKR turn the situation around by winning a resounding victory even though it seemed almost lost!
💙 Watch HERO VIDA India Tour of New Zealand, 2nd T20I LIVE NOW on Sony Sports Network, Sony LIV and Sony Vizha TV channels.… pic.twitter.com/MPQ2M6WF1O — Sony Sports Network (@SonySportsNetwk) October 24, 2026 India had set a target of 181 after New Zealand scored 180/5 in their 20 overs had. The contest got complicated early on, with India falling to 70/5 at one point before things got even worse at 112/6. At this point the game seemed to be slipping away from the visitors.
India’s position in the series to Christchurch India beat New Zealand by four wickets in a thrilling second T20I at the Hagley Oval in Christchurch on October 24 to take a 2-0 lead in the five-match series. Indian ctain Shreyas Iyer won the toss and chose to bowl first. New Zealand posted a competitive total of 180/5 in their 20 overs with Glenn Phillips leading the way with 70 off 43 balls while Bevon Jacobs contributed 58 off 46 balls.
For India, Arshdeep Singh was the standout bowler with a score of 2/33. In response, India managed to reach the target by one ball in the last over. Indian vice-ctain Tilak Varma played a crucial role, remaining unbeaten with 51 off 26 balls and leading his team to victory under pressure.
Naman Dhir and Nitish Kumar Reddy also made valuable contributions during the exciting chase. Varma was named player of the match for his match-winning half-century, which helped India to a memorable win and strengthened their position in the series. The third T20I between New Zealand and India is scheduled to take place on Tuesday, October 27 at the Hnry Stadium in Wellington.
