'India controlled middle phase better': Kiwi skipper Mitchell Santner after 44-run loss
New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner acknowledged India's bowlers for expertly controlling the middle overs in their 44-run defeat in the ICC Champions Trophy on Sunday. Despite a strong performance by Kane Williamson, New Zealand struggled against India's spinners. India now advances to the semifinals against Australia, while New Zealand gears up for their match against South Africa.
New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner acknowledged India's bowlers for expertly controlling the middle overs in their 44-run defeat in the ICC Champions Trophy on Sunday. Despite a strong performance by Kane Williamson, New Zealand struggled against India's spinners. India now advances to the semifinals against Australia, while New Zealand gears up for their match against South Africa.
