New Zealand vs India Highlights, 4th T20I | January 28, 2026: Seifert Powers Kiwis to 50-Run Victory in Vizag Run-Fest

NZ vs IND 4th New Zealand tour of India T20I Highlights saw New Zealand produce a dominant batting display and a controlled bowling effort to defeat India by 50 runs at the Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam. Chasing 216, India were bowled out for 165 in 18.4 overs as New Zealand kept the five-match series alive despite India retaining an unassailable lead.

New Zealand were put in to bat after India elected to field first, a decision that quickly came under pressure as the visitors maximized the true surface and short boundaries. Devon Conway and Tim Seifert ensured New Zealand surged through the powerplay, with Conway’s 44 off 23 setting the base before Seifert took control of the innings. Even as wickets fell at intervals, New Zealand never lost momentum, maintaining a scoring rate above ten runs per over throughout.

India’s bowlers struggled to apply sustained control in the middle overs. Kuldeep Yadav and Jasprit Bumrah managed breakthroughs, but New Zealand’s depth ensured the scoring continued. Seifert’s dismissal in the 13th over slowed the tempo briefly, yet Daryl Mitchell’s unbeaten 39 off 18 restored late-innings momentum. Mitchell Santner and Zak Foulkes added valuable runs at the death, lifting New Zealand to a formidable 215 for 7.

India’s chase began in the worst possible fashion, losing Abhishek Sharma off the first ball and Suryakumar Yadav inside the powerplay. Early pressure forced India into recovery mode, and while Sanju Samson and Rinku Singh attempted to stabilize the innings, the required rate continued to climb. New Zealand’s bowlers attacked the stumps, using variations effectively to deny India any extended partnerships.

Shivam Dube briefly reignited hope with a counter-attacking 65 off just 23 balls, including seven sixes, but his run-out in the 15th over effectively ended India’s challenge. With wickets tumbling rapidly, the lower order could not sustain the chase. Mitchell Santner’s tight spell through the middle overs ensured India were bowled out well short of the target, sealing a comprehensive New Zealand victory.

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Toss Winner

Winning the toss, India elected to start in the field.

Key Moment

Shivam Dube’s run-out on 65 at 145 for 6 in the 15th over halted India’s only significant momentum shift, leaving the lower order with too much to do against a disciplined New Zealand attack.

Star Performer / MVP

Tim Seifert was named Player of the Match for his 62 off 36 balls, anchoring New Zealand’s innings and setting the platform for a total that proved well beyond India’s reach.

New Zealand vs India Match Summary

NZ vs IND Playing XI

New Zealand:

Devon Conway, Tim Seifert, Rachin Ravindra, Glenn Phillips, Mark Chapman, Daryl Mitchell, Mitchell Santner, Zak Foulkes, Matt Henry, Ish Sodhi, Jacob Duffy

India:

Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson, Suryakumar Yadav, Rinku Singh, Hardik Pandya, Shivam Dube, Harshit Rana, Ravi Bishnoi, Arshdeep Singh, Jasprit Bumrah, Kuldeep Yadav

FAQs – Yesterday’s New Zealand vs India 4th T20I (Jan 28, 2026)

Q1: What was the final score of yesterday’s New Zealand vs India match?
A1: Yesterday (January 28, 2026): 4th T20I
New Zealand (215/7) beat India (165) by 50 runs.
New Zealand: Tim Seifert 62
India: Shivam Dube 65
Result: India lead the series 3–1.

Q2: Who was named the Player of the Match?
A2: Tim Seifert was named the Player of the Match for scoring 62 off 36 balls at the top of the order for New Zealand.

Q3: Where was the match played, and who won the toss?
A3: The match was played at the Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam. India won the toss and elected to field first.

Q4: Who were the top performers with the bat for both sides?
A4: For New Zealand, Tim Seifert top-scored with 62 runs. For India, Shivam Dube was the leading run-scorer with 65 runs.

Disclaimer: This match highlight is based on the author’s understanding, analysis, and instinct. As you review this information, consider the points mentioned and form your own conclusions.

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