New Zealand off to steady start in second T20 against India

New Zealand made a measured start in their chase during the second T20 International against India, reaching 8 runs for no wicket after the opening over. The visitors' opening batsmen showed composure at the crease as India's pace bowler Bhuvneshwar Kumar opened the bowling with a controlled performance. Kumar's first over proved difficult to score off, keeping the run rate in check during the crucial early phase of the innings. The disciplined bowling set the tone as India looked to build pressure through their pace attack. New Zealand would look to build momentum in the coming overs as the match progressed in what promises to be a competitive encounter between the two teams.