Daryl Mitchell Falls to Kuldeep Yadav
The dismissal of Daryl Mitchell has given India a significant advantage, but New Zealand still has a chance to turn the match around and claim the top spot in Group A, setting up an exciting finish to the group-stage match.
Kuldeep Yadav delivered a crucial breakthrough in the 2025 Champions Trophy group-stage match against New Zealand, dismissing Daryl Mitchell for 17 runs, as the Kiwis chase a spot in the top of Group A.
The dismissal came in the 26th over, reducing New Zealand to 122-3 after 29 overs, with Mitchell trapped LBW by a sublime delivery that turned back into him. On-field umpire Michael Gough raised his finger after the ball hit Mitchell's pad, giving India a vital wicket in their bid to restrict New Zealand's progress.
The New Zealand team now needs 128 runs off 126 deliveries to secure the top spot in Group A, making the match a thrilling contest between the two teams. The pressure is on the Kiwis to accelerate their scoring rate and achieve the required target.
As the match unfolds, the tension builds, and the outcome remains uncertain, with both teams fighting for a crucial victory in the 2025 Champions Trophy.
