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Better than Virat Kohli? Tilak Varma emerges as new T20 chasemaster with 26 wins in 26 chases

Tilak Varma continued his remarkable chase record in the second T20 International against New Zealand at Christchurch’s Hagley Oval, remaining unbeaten on 51 runs from just 26 balls to steer India to a four‑wicket victory. The win, secured in the final over, gave India a 2‑0 lead in the five‑match series and marked Varma’s 26th successful chase, a streak in which his side has never faltered.

The left‑handed batsman also contributed in the field with two catches, underscoring his all‑round impact on the match. Notably, Varma has stayed not out in 20 of those 26 chases, highlighting his reputation as a dependable finisher under pressure.

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