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New Zealand's Phillips hits sublime century in 87-run win over India
Glenn Phillips scored 107 and Michael Bracewell added 65 as New Zealand set a record 259/7 and took a 3-1 series lead.
On Friday, October 30, 2026, New Zealand defeated India by 87 runs in the fourth T20I at Eden Park in Auckland, posting a record-breaking 259/7.
Century-Maker Glenn Phillips smashed 107 off 49 balls, while all-rounder Michael Bracewell added 65 off 25 deliveries, powering the hosts to their highest-ever T20I total.
Fast bowler Jacob Duffy took 4/23, while captain Mitchell Santner claimed 2/23, restricting India to 172/9 despite a 46-run stand between Shreyas Iyer and Abhishek Sharma.
The victory cut India's series lead to 3-1 with one match remaining, after the visitors struggled to establish partnerships during their difficult run chase.
Hamilton hosts the fifth and final T20I on Sunday, November 1, 2026, as the Black Caps look to build on their dominant performance.