India wins toss, elects to bowl first in the 2nd T20I against New Zealand. Shreyas Iyer cited dew as a key factor and insisted on maintaining the aggressive rhythm that saw India win the opener. He added, “We’re going to bowl first. Yes, absolutely. That’s one of the reasons.” He also stressed the need to keep the aggression alive, echoing the strategy that powered the first match.
In the batting lineup, 15‑year‑old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi takes the No.3 spot, stepping in for the injured Ishan Kishan, while Prince Yadav replaces Mayank Yadav. Abhishek Sharma and Sanju Samson will open, keeping the top‑order dynamic.
New Zealand, meanwhile, switched their paceman lineup, bringing Jacob Duffy in for Adam Milne. Captain Mitchell Santner said the change was part of a rotation policy, not a performance tweak. He added that the team would aim to sharpen execution in key moments, citing the narrow loss in the first T20I.
Dew is expected to make the ball swing early, so bowlers will chase the first 10 overs with pace. Fielding will be crucial, as Iyer warned against complacency in the final over. The inclusion of a 15‑year‑old in the XI adds a fresh spark, but also a risk if the top order falters.
With the series tied 1-1, the match at Eden Gardens on 30 September will decide the momentum, and fans should watch how the young Vaibhav handles pressure.