India vs New Zealand World Cup Final 2026 : The momentum of the World Cup final shifted dramatically when New Zealand all-rounder James Neesham delivered a stunning over, dismissing three Indian batters and putting his team firmly back in the contest.
Sanju Samson Falls Short of Another Century
Before the collapse, Sanju Samson had anchored India’s innings with an impressive knock. The right-hander played an aggressive innings of 89 runs, narrowly missing out on a century for the second match in a row after being dismissed on the same score in the semifinal.
Samson struck 5 boundaries and 8 sixes, keeping the scoreboard moving at a brisk pace. However, his innings ended when Neesham forced a catch that was safely taken by substitute fielder Cole McConchie, giving New Zealand a crucial breakthrough.
Ishan Kishan Departs After Quickfire Fifty
Shortly after Samson’s dismissal, Ishan Kishan also returned to the pavilion. The wicketkeeper-batter had provided a strong start with a rapid 54 runs from 25 balls, smashing 4 fours and 4 sixes.His attacking innings ended when he edged a delivery from Neesham and Mark Chapman completed the catch in the field.
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Captain Suryakumar Yadav Out for a Duck
The biggest blow came when Indian captain Suryakumar Yadav was dismissed without scoring. Neesham struck again, forcing a catch that was taken by Rachin Ravindra.
With 3 wickets falling in the same over, the match suddenly tilted in New Zealand’s favor, leaving India under pressure at a crucial stage of the final.