Mumbai Indians spinner Mitchell Santner delivered a match-winning performance for New Zealand in the 4th T20I against India, playing a pivotal role in their dominant 50-run victory. The New Zealand captain returned impressive figures of 3 for 26, successfully dismantling the Indian middle order.
Santner's economical and wicket-taking spell included the crucial dismissals of Sanju Samson and Hardik Pandya, ensuring India's chase of 216 never gained momentum. This exceptional display of control and wicket-taking ability highlights Santner's value as a versatile spin option, providing a significant boost to his IPL franchise ahead of the new season.
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“Mitchell Santner was the standout bowler in the fourth T20I, finishing with impressive figures of 3 for 26. The New Zealand skipper removed key batters Sanju Samson and Hardik Pandya before dismissing Jasprit Bumrah, keeping the Indian batting lineup firmly under control.”
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Mitchell Santner’s left-arm spin played a crucial role in putting the brakes on the UAE innings, as he masterfully controlled and suffocated the middle overs. The New Zealand captain used his experience well, cleverly varying his pace and lengths to keep the batters guessing. Santner finished with tidy figures of 1 for 23 from his four overs, conceding runs at an impressive economy of just 5.8, an effort that ensured the UAE never quite found momentum when it mattered most.
Mitchell Santner was the standout, conceding just 23 runs in his four overs, while Matt Henry chipped in with figures of 1/27.
Daryl struggled against spin initially, but he worked incredibly hard and you can see the fruits of that labour now. He is playing spin really well.

“Mitchell Santner was the standout bowler in the fourth T20I, finishing with impressive figures of 3 for 26. The New Zealand skipper removed key batters Sanju Samson and Hardik Pandya before dismissing Jasprit Bumrah, keeping the Indian batting lineup firmly under control.”