India vs New Zealand is live at Seddon Park in Hamilton, where New Zealand has begun chasing 192 in the fifth and final T20I of the series.
New Zealand was 10 for 1 after 2.3 overs in the latest available update, leaving the hosts needing 182 runs from 17.3 overs.
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India Vs New Zealand: New Zealand begins chase after India reaches 191
India finished its innings at 191 for 8 after being sent in to bat by New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner.
Ishan Kishan led the scoring with 61 from 32 balls, hitting five fours and five sixes during an aggressive return to the lineup.
Shreyas Iyer added 50 from 23 deliveries, including three fours and four sixes, as India recovered from an early collapse.
India lost Abhishek Sharma for one and Sanju Samson for four inside the first four overs, but Kishan and Iyer rebuilt the innings with a rapid partnership.
The pair helped India move beyond 100 before Kishan fell at 112 for 3 in the 11th over.
Iyer reached his half-century shortly before being dismissed for 50, with India losing Tilak Varma soon afterwards for six.
Adam Milne makes early impact
Adam Milne was New Zealand’s most effective bowler, taking 4 for 19 from his four overs.
Milne removed Abhishek, Samson, Nitish Kumar Reddy and Bhuvneshwar Kumar during a disciplined spell.
Nathan Smith claimed two wickets, while Blair Tickner also took two, including the dismissal of Kishan.
Naman Dhir contributed 33 from 23 balls before falling late in the innings.
India added 58 runs in the final six overs, although New Zealand’s bowlers prevented the total from reaching 200.
New Zealand loses Finn Allen early
New Zealand’s chase suffered an early setback when Finn Allen was dismissed for two from three balls.
Tim Seifert remained at the crease with Daryl Mitchell during the latest score update, with India using Bhuvneshwar Kumar to open the bowling.
The required scoring rate was above 10 runs an over, placing immediate pressure on New Zealand’s top order.
| Innings | Score | Top performer |
|---|---|---|
| India | 191/8 | Ishan Kishan 61, Shreyas Iyer 50 |
| New Zealand | 10/1 after 2.3 overs | Finn Allen dismissed for 2 |
Series situation and what comes next
India entered the Hamilton match with an unassailable 3-1 lead in the five-match T20I series.
New Zealand won the fourth T20I in Auckland by 87 runs after Glenn Phillips scored 107 and the hosts posted 259 for 7, as detailed in the ICC report.
India had won the opening three matches in Christchurch and Wellington before New Zealand avoided a series sweep in Auckland.
The fifth T20I is the final match of the T20I portion of India’s tour of New Zealand.
The teams are scheduled to begin a five-match ODI series on November 4, with the first match also taking place in New Zealand.
This live report will require updating as New Zealand’s chase continues and the match result is confirmed.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the India vs New Zealand score now?
India scored 191 for 8, while New Zealand was 10 for 1 after 2.3 overs in the latest available update.
How many runs does New Zealand need to win?
New Zealand needs 182 more runs from 17.3 overs to reach India’s target of 192.
Who top-scored for India?
Ishan Kishan scored 61 from 32 balls and Shreyas Iyer made 50 from 23 deliveries.
How did Adam Milne perform?
Adam Milne took four wickets for 19 runs from his four overs.
Who is leading the T20I series?
India leads the five-match series 3-1, so the Hamilton match cannot change the series winner.
Fact-Checked: Key match details were checked against the ICC schedule and series information, New Zealand Cricket’s official schedule, and the live scorecard update available at publication time. ([ipl.com](https://www.ipl.com/matches/india-tour-of-new-zealand-130149/new-zealand-vs-india-98443/scorecard))
Disclaimer: Live cricket scores and match situations can change until the final result is confirmed.