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Ind Vs Nz Live: India 172/1; Samson Moves to 70 as Record-Breaking Moment Looms!

The tension is palpable at the Narendra Modi Stadium! Sanju Samson has just nudged one for a single to move to 70*, showing incredible maturity after the explosive start to the over. India is now at 172/1 in 13.2 overs. They are just 5 runs away from making history by breaking the record for the highest team total ever in a T20 World Cup Final!

ЁЯЗоЁЯЗ│ India: 172/1 (13.2 Overs) CRR: 12.90
Sanju Samson: 70* (41b) | 4s: 5 | 6s: 5
Ishan Kishan: 42* (18b) | 4s: 3 | 6s: 3

ЁЯПЖ Record Alert: Sanju's Sensational Streak

By reaching 70, Samson is continuing his "dream run." After scores of 97* (vs WI) and 89 (vs ENG), this is his third consecutive 50+ score in the T20 World Cup 2026. He is currently 15 runs away from the highest individual score in a T20 World Cup Final (85).

Ishan Kishan is also looking dangerous on 42, providing the perfect support to Samson. With over 6 overs to go, New Zealand needs a miracle to stop the projected score from crossing 230.

Update: 2026-03-08 14:36 GMT

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