{"id":705,"date":"2026-10-22T12:27:35","date_gmt":"2026-10-22T11:27:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cricketkidunyya.com\/index.php\/2026\/10\/22\/nz-vs-ind-1st-t20-twitter-reactions-sanju-samson-67-shreyas-iyer-42-naman-dhir-42-help-india-chase-226-against-new-zealand\/"},"modified":"2026-10-22T12:27:35","modified_gmt":"2026-10-22T11:27:35","slug":"nz-vs-ind-1st-t20-twitter-reactions-sanju-samson-67-shreyas-iyer-42-naman-dhir-42-help-india-chase-226-against-new-zealand","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cricketkidunyya.com\/index.php\/2026\/10\/22\/nz-vs-ind-1st-t20-twitter-reactions-sanju-samson-67-shreyas-iyer-42-naman-dhir-42-help-india-chase-226-against-new-zealand\/","title":{"rendered":"NZ vs IND 1st T20 Twitter Reactions: Sanju Samson 67, Shreyas Iyer 42, Naman Dhir 42 help India chase 226 against New Zealand"},"content":{"rendered":"

Last Updated on 40 minutes ago by Charbel Coorey<\/a><\/p>\n

India have produced their highest successful run chase in T20Is, mowing down New Zealand\u2019s 225 with X balls to spare in Christchurch.<\/p>\n

A blistering powerplay courtesy of Sanju Samson and Abhishek Sharma set the tone. The opening pair smashed 93 off 5.5 overs against a capable New Zealand attack, setting the perfect platform for the chase.<\/p>\n

Samson was particularly brilliant. With some conjecture around his spot in the team amid the rise of teen sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, the right-hander sent a reminder of his class by punishing anything slightly off line and length. He was particularly brutal down the ground even against good length deliveries, playing a host of beautiful shots that will make for a great highlights reel.<\/p>\n

However, New Zealand\u2019s spinners \u2013 Mitchell Santner and Michael Bracewell \u2013 brought the hosts back into the game. After Bracewell dismissed Abhishek at the end of the powerplay, Santner picked up the big wicket of Samson for a 33-ball 67 a few overs later. <\/p>\n

Soon after, Tilak Varma\u2019s troubled stay (6 off 11 balls) came to an end, before Ishan Kishan was dismissed for a three-ball one. New Zealand were right back in the contest, and India had work to do.<\/p>\n

Shreyas Iyer (42) and Axar Patel (24) kept things ticking with a quick 43-run stand. But, it was Naman Dhir who had a night to remember, showcasing his capabilities with the bat after his exploits with the ball in the recent West Indies series. He stayed calm when things threatened to get tight in the final two overs, finishing with a 15-ball 42. His innings featured five fours and two sixes, including one to win the match in the final over.<\/p>\n

NZ vs IND 1st T20 Reactions: India fans thrilled with victory in series opener in Christchurch<\/strong><\/h2>\n

\u201cThe new finisher has arrived for India, the school of Mumbai Indians keep delivering for the country, What a calm & composed innings under pressure,\u201d wrote @CricCrazyJohns on X (formerly Twitter).<\/p>\n

\u201cNaman Dhir is a player I\u2019ll be very keen to see grow at the top level. Playing a difficult role, yet the calmness on his play is impressive,\u201d wrote former India pace bowler Irfan Pathan.<\/p>\n

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NAMAN DHIR: 42*(15) \"\ud83e\udd76\"<\/p>\n

The new finisher has arrived for India, the school of Mumbai Indians keep delivering for the country, What a calm & composed innings under pressure. pic.twitter.com\/80Wy2Dwu0f<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) October 22, 2026<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n

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Naman Dhir is a player I\u2019ll be very keen to see grow at the top level.<\/p>\n

Playing a difficult role, yet the calmness on his play is impressive.<\/p>\n

\u2014 Irfan Pathan (@IrfanPathan) October 22, 2026<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n

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Sanju Samson has the most fans around the globe from team India after Virat Kohli & Rohit Sharma among active Indian Cricketers! pic.twitter.com\/eLoyTBLdQa<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Rajiv (@Rajiv1841) October 22, 2026<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n

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Really entertaining T20. India have too much batting power.<\/p>\n

\u2014 Adam Bell \"\ud83c\uddf3\ud83c\uddff\"\"\ud83c\uddee\ud83c\uddf9\" (@AdamKerrBell) October 22, 2026<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n

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Naman Dhir!!!!!!<\/p>\n

You deserve every bit of appreciation for the incredible innings you pulled off today. \"\ud83d\udd25\"<\/p>\n

\u2014 Bhawana (@cricbhawana) October 22, 2026<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n

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Very good knock from Shreyas, again India have done well with individuals who have stepped up despite the tactics from the mgmt. #NZvIND<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Nikhil \"\ud83c\udfcf\" (@CricCrazyNIKS) October 22, 2026<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n

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Literally a month into his international career. Yes I know it\u2019s way too early \u2013 But Naman Dhir\u2019s temperament, approach and demeanour looks very well suited for crunch moments. The game will continue to develop \u2013 But has so many things going for him, as if he\u2019s been playing at\u2026<\/p>\n

\u2014 Jatin Sapru (@jatinsapru) October 22, 2026<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n

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This Sanju Samson run post T20CWC of capitalizing on 15+ deliveries to 50+ runs is remarkable.<\/p>\n

\u2014 Ian Raphael Bishop (@irbishi) October 22, 2026<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n

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INDIA BEAT NEW ZEALAND IN THE 1ST T20I BY CHASING 226. \"\ud83c\uddee\ud83c\uddf3\" <\/p>\n

\u2013 Naman Dhir played a vital knock of 42* (15). pic.twitter.com\/xdjH2coSbt<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) October 22, 2026<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n

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Sanju Samson \u2013 \"\u2764\" striking!<\/p>\n

\u2014 Kevin Pietersen\"\ud83e\udd8f\" (@KP24) October 22, 2026<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n

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Even in the 250 run chase against West Indies as long as Sanju Samson was there the target looked achievable, again today he almost single handedly broke the back of a 226 run chase. Class is permanent and you can\u2019t buy that!<\/p>\n

\u2014 Prantik (@Pran__07) October 22, 2026<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n

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Most 200 Runchases in T20I format
(full member Teams)<\/p>\n

7 times \u2013 \ud835\udddc\ud835\uddfb\ud835\uddf1\ud835\uddf6\ud835\uddee*
7 times \u2013 Australia
6 times \u2013 Southafrica
4 times \u2013 Pakistan
3 times \u2013 England
3 times \u2013 Westindies
1 time \u2013 Newzealand
1 time \u2013 Bangladesh#INDvsNZ<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/G2Nmm6PJp6<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 \ud835\udc7a\ud835\udc89\ud835\udc86\ud835\udc83\ud835\udc82\ud835\udc94 (@Shebas_10dulkar) October 22, 2026<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n

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Naman Dhir with a clutch knock to help India take a 1-0 lead in the series. pic.twitter.com\/vm9FPDM8hO<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Subhayan Chakraborty (@CricSubhayan) October 22, 2026<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n

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Sanju Samson is having the best year of his international career, and yet some people still want him to be dropped. Strange \"\ud83d\ude04\"<\/p>\n

\u2014 Bhawana (@cricbhawana) October 22, 2026<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n

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Such an important cameo this from Axar. Well played.<\/p>\n

\u2014 Prasanna (@prasannalara) October 22, 2026<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n

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SANJU SAMSON \u2013 POTM IN NEW ZEALAND \"\ud83e\udd79\" \"\ud83e\udd47\" <\/p>\n

When India chase down their highest successful run chase, Sanju won POTM, The impact of main man. pic.twitter.com\/OLaB7lvTBN<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) October 22, 2026<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n

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He is here to stay\u2026 Naman Dhir. https:\/\/t.co\/SQ6Xe3zCTP<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Bharath Ramaraj (@Fancricket12) October 22, 2026<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n

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Naman Dhir is a gem \"\ud83d\udc8e\"<\/p>\n

\u2014 Saurabh Malhotra (@MalhotraSaurabh) October 22, 2026<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n

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\"\ud83d\udea8\" INDIA CREATED HISTORY \"\ud83d\udea8\" <\/p>\n

\u2013 TEAM INDIA CHASED DOWN THEIR HIGHEST EVER TOTAL IN T20I INTERNATIONAL HISTORY. \"\ud83c\uddee\ud83c\uddf3\" pic.twitter.com\/ucD61l397O<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Tanuj (@ImTanujSingh) October 22, 2026<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n

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\u2013 26 Innings.
\u2013 8 Fifties.<\/p>\n

SANJU SAMSON IN 2026 IN T20I WILL BE REMEMBERED \"\ud83d\ude0d\" pic.twitter.com\/GWSo0gKEBg<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) October 22, 2026<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n

Earlier, New Zealand hammered 225\/4 with contributions right down the order. Glenn Phillips led the way with 82* off 40 balls, and Bevon Jacobs impressed with his 16-ball 31.<\/p>\n

The second T20I will be played at the same venue on Saturday night.<\/p>\n

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