# Cricket: India have taken a two-nil lead in their five-match T20 cricket series against New Zealand after a thrilling four-wicket victory in Christchurch. Chasing 181 for victory, India slumped to 70 for five before Tilak Varma’s unbeaten 51 off 26 balls, and Nitish Kumar Reddy’s 26 not out off 13 deliveries rescued the innings. The pair added 69 runs off just 30 balls, guiding India home with one ball to spare. Glenn Phillips top-scored for New Zealand with 70.
Cricket: Late India comeback seals thrilling second T20 win over New Zealand