Opener leads New Zealand’s highest-ever T20 World Cup run chase
Updated On: 09 February, 2026 09:56 AM IST | Chennai | Agencies
Tim Seifert smashed a rapid 65 off 42 balls as New Zealand chased down a record 182 to defeat Afghanistan by five wickets in Chennai. Supported by Glenn Phillips’ 42, NZ reached the target with 13 balls to spare, registering their highest successful chase in T20 World Cup history
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NZ’s Tim Seifert during his 42-ball 65 against Afghanistan in Chennai on Sunday. PIC/AFP
Opener Tim Seifert struck a blistering 65 off 42 balls to lead New Zealand’s highest-ever run chase in a T20 World Cup as they beat Afghanistan by five wickets on Sunday.
After Afghanistan made 182-6, NZ were driven by Seifert’s 42-ball knock and 42 by Glenn Phillips to achieve their target with 13 balls to spare in Chennai.
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