India vs New Zealand 2nd T20I Fantasy Cricket Picks
India holds the edge after a 48-run win in the 1st T20I, posting 238/7 with Abhishek Sharma’s 84 off 35 balls and Rinku Singh’s unbeaten 44 off 20, while their bowlers restricted New Zealand despite Glenn Phillips’ 78. The 2nd T20I at Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh Stadium in Raipur on January 23, 2026, favors batting with good pace early, spin grip later, and a quick outfield on a balanced pitch.
Top Fantasy Picks
Must-haves: Abhishek Sharma (explosive opener, 84 off 35 in 1st T20I), Hardik Pandya (all-round impact), Glenn Phillips (78 in chase), Mitchell Santner (captain, key spinner).
High-upside batsmen: Rinku Singh (44 off 20, finisher), Suryakumar Yadav (team leader).
All-rounders: Daryl Mitchell, Rachin Ravindra (top-order threats).
Bowlers: Arshdeep Singh (early wickets), Jacob Duffy (stood out in 1st game), Ish Sodhi (middle-overs control).
Wicketkeepers: Devon Conway, Sanju Samson (seeking rhythm).
Predicted Playing XI
India (likely unchanged): Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson, Suryakumar Yadav (c), Rinku Singh, Hardik Pandya, Shivam Dube, Ishan Kishan (wk), Axar Patel/Ravi Bishnoi, Varun Chakravarthy, Arshdeep Singh, Jasprit Bumrah.
New Zealand (probables): Tim Robinson, Devon Conway (wk), Rachin Ravindra, Glenn Phillips, Mark Chapman, Daryl Mitchell, Mitchell Santner (c), Kristian Clarke/Matt Henry, Kyle Jamieson, Ish Sodhi, Jacob Duffy.
Match Prediction
New Zealand may bounce back on the batting-friendly Raipur pitch, leveraging top-order fire and better bowling discipline to level the series, though India’s momentum and home advantage give them a slight upper hand in high-scoring conditions.
Captain and Vice-Captain Choices
– Captain: Abhishek Sharma (consistent explosive starts, troubled NZ spinners).
– Vice-Captain: Glenn Phillips (proved chasing ability) or Hardik Pandya (all-round control).
Suggested Fantasy Team (Grand League)
– Wicketkeeper: Devon Conway
– Batsmen: Abhishek Sharma (C), Suryakumar Yadav, Glenn Phillips (VC), Rinku Singh
– All-rounders: Hardik Pandya, Mitchell Santner, Daryl Mitchell
– Bowlers: Arshdeep Singh, Jasprit Bumrah, Jacob Duffy, Ish Sodhi
Adapt for small leagues by prioritizing India top-order due to form.
Pitch Report
Balanced, batting-friendly surface at Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh Stadium with early pace/bounce for pacers, spin grip in middle overs, quick outfield, and large boundaries favoring placement; clear weather expected for full match.
Weather and Toss
Clear skies, no rain; teams may prefer batting first to set big totals like 238/7 in Nagpur.
FAQs
Who won the 1st T20I? India by 48 runs (238/7 beat NZ’s chase).
Key player to watch? Abhishek Sharma for India, Santner for NZ.
Changes expected? India likely unchanged; NZ seeks bowling fixes.
Disclaimer: Fantasy picks are based on previews, form, and conditions; actual lineups and performances may vary. Play responsibly.
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