Kishan SKY and a Chase for the Ages: Raipur Rampage
“India’s new T20 template roars into life"
Kishan SKY and a Chase for the Ages: Raipur Rampage. India’s new-look T20 side is not just winning—it is rewriting record books at frightening speed. After setting the tone with a dominant win in Nagpur, India produced an even more emphatic statement in Raipur, chasing down New Zealand’s daunting 208/6 in just 15.2 overs, the fastest successful 200-plus chase by a full-member nation in T20I history.
By- Dr. Namrata Mishra Tiwari, Chief Editor http://indiainput.com
The venue—Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh Stadium—witnessed controlled chaos. Early wickets of Sanju Samson and Abhishek Sharma briefly tilted the balance, but what followed was a masterclass in modern T20 batting, powered by redemption and ruthlessness.
At the heart of it stood Ishan Kishan, a man who has lived every shade of international cricket’s uncertainty. Walking in with pressure heavy on his shoulders, Kishan responded with fearless clarity—a blazing knock studded with 11 fours and four sixes, earning him a well-deserved Player of the Match award. His intent never wavered, his timing was pristine, and his confidence unmistakably back.
Partnering him was Suryakumar Yadav, the embodiment of T20 innovation. SKY’s unbeaten 82 off just 37 balls was a reminder of why he remains India’s most destructive white-ball batter. The duo dismantled New Zealand’s bowling with surgical precision, turning a stiff chase into a one-sided spectacle.
21 BALL FIFTY BY ISHAN KISHAN. 🫡 pic.twitter.com/v6Qk2PkAUn
— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) January 23, 2026
This victory did more than secure a 2–0 series lead—it underlined India’s fearless batting blueprint. From Nagpur to Raipur, the message is clear: totals above 200 are no longer intimidating, they are targets to be hunted.
For Kishan, the night carried deeper significance. His resurgence follows a remarkable domestic season, where he captained Jharkhand to the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy title, rediscovering both form and leadership. That domestic grind has translated seamlessly onto the international stage, transforming criticism into confidence.
Raipur wasn’t just about records—it was about momentum, belief, and second chances. As India march ahead in the series, one thing is certain: this team is chasing the future at record speed—and Ishan Kishan is right back in the race.
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