Tilak Varma says Gautam Gambhir’s message inspired him during thrilling chase

Tilak Varma revealed Gautam Gambhir’s message inspired him during a thrilling chase as he struck an unbeaten 51 to lead India to victory over New Zealand.

He said he had been encouraged by messages from coaches Gautam Gambhir and Sitanshu Kotak and that he anchored the tense run chase while Nitish Kumar Reddy contributed 26 runs.

India's last-ball triumph secured a 2-0 lead in the five-match T20I series, highlighting their impressive form.