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Monday, Jun 16, 2025
Chahar smashed Kiwi pacer Adam Milne for a 95-metre six in the final over of the innings.
The Kiwis had reached Jaipur for the series opener less than 24 hours after losing the World Cup final to Australia in Dubai.
Axar Patel claimed 3/9 off his three overs.
Openers K L Rahul (65) and captain Rohit Sharma (55) added 117 off just 80 balls to set up the Indian win.
Both sides have made a number of changes with India skipper Rohit Sharma strengthening the bowling unit with the addition of Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Mohammed Siraj.
Kohli has relinquished his T20 captaincy and from Wednesday's opening T20 International against New Zealand, Rohit will be the full-time skipper in the shortest format going into next year's World Cup.
"Of course we want to win every single game we play for India, but we cannot not think about the long term picture as well," said Dravid, whose stint begins with the home series against New Zealand.
The new-look squad comprises IPL stars Ruturaj Gaikwad, Harshal Patel and Venkatesh Iyer.
The outgoing coach said sharing the leadership burden isn't a bad idea in a post COVID-19 world.
"I think it's time for the next lot to stake this team forward. Obviously Rohit is here and he's overlooking (sic) (overseeing) things for a while now," Kohli said at the toss.
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