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India vs New Zealand Powerplay and Death Over Specialists- 2nd T20I, IND tour of NZ 2026



India vs New Zealand 1st T20I - (Source: AFP)India vs New Zealand 1st T20I - (Source: AFP)

After the 1st T20I, the focus has shifted to the 2nd match, which will take place at the same venue in Christchurch. Hagley Oval will host India and New Zealand as the visitors lead 1-0. Talking about the 1st T20I, India were tasked to chase 230 runs, and the Men in Blue won the half battle within the powerplay.

Abhishek Sharma and Sanju Samson stitched a 93-run stand that set up a perfect platform. The first six overs and the last four overs are where most matches are won or lost. Both India and New Zealand have power-hitters who can utilise the powerplay well and capable bowlers to apply the brakes. Therefore, this article will shed light on the best powerplay options for India and New Zealand vs Death bowling options.

India’s Best Powerplay Options

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

Criteria
Data
Innings
27
Runs
798
Average
61.4
Strike-Rate
222.9
100/50
0/6

(Vaibhav Sooryavanshi powerplay T20 stats)

For the 2nd T20I, India have dealt a heavy blow as Ishan Kishan has been ruled out of the upcoming match. It opens an opportunity for Vaibhav Sooryavanshi to start after sitting on the bench for the entire West Indies series.

Sooryavanshi needs no introduction. The 15-year-old has played 27 T20 matches and has scored 798 runs in the powerplay, averaging 61.4. He has a strike-rate of 222.9 and has scored six fifties within the powerplay itself.

Bhuvneshwar Kumar

Criteria
Data
Innings
87
Wickets
47
Average
23.9
Strike-Rate
24.8
Economy
5.78

(Bhuvneshwar Kumar Stats in T20Is)

Bhuvneshwar Kumar had a rough return to the International setup and leaked 49 runs in his four overs. However, the swing king is known for his brilliance within the powerplay. The 36-year-old has bowled within the powerplay in 87 innings.

The right-arm seamer has 47 wickets, averaging 23.9 with the ball. Bhuvi has a strike-rate of 24.8 and an economy of 5.78. He once took four wickets within the first six overs.

India’s Best Options In Death Overs

Naman Dhir

Criteria
Data
Innings
16
Runs
267
Average
29.7
Strike-Rate
210
Dot%
23.6

(Naman Dhir stats in T20s)

In the first T20I, Naman Dhir justified his selection and slammed a quickfire 42 (15). His innings featured five fours and two sixes. If we look at Dhir’s T20 career, then the right-handed batter has played 16 innings as a finisher and has scored 267 runs off 127 balls.

Dhir has averaged 29.7 and has a strike-rate of 210. He has hit 17 sixes, 26 fours and a dot% of 23.6.

Arshdeep Singh

Criteria
Data
Innings
79
Wickets
63
Average
16.1
Strike-Rate
10.4
Economy
9.28

(Arshdeep Singh Stats in T20Is)

Arshdeep Singh has been great in the death overs. The left-arm seamer hit the blockhole and doesn't let opposition score easily. The left-arm seamer has 63 wickets in 79 innings, averaging 16.1 in the death overs.

He has a strike-rate of 10.4 and bowls with an economy of 9.28.

New Zealand’s Best Powerplay Options

Finn Allen

Criteria
Data
Innings
62
Runs
1163
Average
25.3
Strike-Rate
162.9

(Finn Allen Stats in T20Is)

For the Kiwis, Finn Allen is their most explosive batter in the team. The right-handed batter amassed quickfire 45 (24) in the 1st T20I. Further, Allen, who has always opened in his career, has 1163 runs within the powerplay in 62 innings.

He averages 25.3 with the bat, strike-rate of 162.9 and has scored a fifty within the powerplay.

Matt Henry

Matt Henry can be a great option for New Zealand within the powerplay. The right-arm seamer has 17 wickets in 509 balls, averaging 38.00. He has a strike-rate of 29.9, with an economy of 7.67.

New Zealand’s Best Options In Death Overs

Glenn Phillips

Glenn Phillips stole the show in 1st T20I, where he scored a brilliant 82 (40). Phillips took on the death overs and slammed 8 fours and three sixes. Talking about his prowess in death overs, the right-handed batter has 432 runs in 217 balls.

Phillips averages 22.7 with a strike-rate of 199.1. He has hit 29 sixes and 32 fours, and a dot percentage of just 26.7%.

Lockie Ferguson

Among the bowlers, Lockie Ferguson is a great fit to bowl in the death overs. He has 23 wickets in 235 balls. He averages 14.2, and an economy of 8.32.