India vs New Zealand Final Match Report: India crowned champions after epic T20 World Cup win over New Zealand

India lifted the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup after defeating New Zealand by 96-runs in a high-octane final at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday, creating history by becoming the first country to win back-to-back titles and the first host nation to win the trophy.

The foundation of India’s triumph was laid by a breathtaking start with the bat. Sanju Samson and Abhishek Sharma tore into the New Zealand attack from the outset, putting together a blistering opening partnership of 98 runs in just 43 balls.

Samson anchored the innings with a dazzling 89 off 46 deliveries, while Abhishek struck a rapid 52 from only 21 balls as India raced to a formidable 255 for five. Ishan Kishan continued the assault in the middle overs with a lively 54 off 25 balls, ensuring the hosts posted a daunting total in front of a roaring crowd at the Narendra Modi Stadium.



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In reply, New Zealand attempted a steady chase but struggled to keep up with the required run rate as India’s bowlers struck at crucial intervals.

With the ball, Jasprit Bumrah and Axar Patel spearheaded India’s dominant bowling performance, ensuring New Zealand never truly got an upper hand in their chase. Bumrah showed his class yet again by producing a sensational spell, claiming four wickets while maintaining relentless pressure with his trademark accuracy and pace variations.

New Zealand never looked comfortable in the steep chase. Despite a few attempts to counterattack, wickets fell at regular intervals as India’s bowlers tightened their grip on the contest. Jasprit Bumrah led the charge with a superb spell of 4 for 15, dismantling the middle order with his trademark precision, while Axar Patel chipped in with crucial breakthroughs. The Black Caps were eventually bowled out for 159 in 19 overs, bringing the match to a decisive end.

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Despite brief resistance from the middle order, the target proved far too steep, and India’s disciplined bowling attack eventually bundled New Zealand out for 159 in 19 overs.

As the final wicket fell, celebrations erupted across the stadium, with players and fans soaking in a historic triumph.