Never has the Indian team ever won an ODI match on January 26, i.e. India’s Republic Day, until today. The Men in Blue dominated the game in all the three departments and won the second ODI against New Zealand by 90 runs eventually. India is 2-0 up in the series, and the Republic Day 2019 celebrations couldn’t be any better for an Indian fan!

The Indian spinners were the wrecker-in-chief as the trio of Yuzvendra Chahal, Kuldeep Yadav, and Kedar Jadhav picked seven wickets amongst them. The pick of the bowlers was Kuldeep who finished the match with the bowling figures 10-0-45-4. MS Dhoni Stumps Ross Taylor During IND vs NZ 2nd ODI 2019 Match: Watch Video as Twitterati Hail the Classic Lightning-Quick Stumping!

The people on social were quite elated with India’s victory over New Zealand. Here’s a look at how the people on micro-blogging site Twitter reacted to India’s historic win on an even more memorable day.

1. Special occasion, special day!

2. A clinical victory!

3. Republic Day Gift!

4. A big win!

5. King Kohli 2-0 Kane Williamson

6. India beat New Zealand by 90 runs!

7. A big win, a special occasion!

Rohit Sharma was given 'Player of the Match' award for his inning of 87 runs. The dashing opener hit nine fours, and three sixes during his 96-ball stay. The third ODI will be played at the same venue on January 28. Stay tuned with us for all the latest updates about India vs New Zealand ODI 2019 Series!

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