On a slow pitch, India managed to make 249\/9 in 50 overs, with Shreyas Iyer\u2019s 79 and a late 45 by Hardik Pandya taking them to the competitive total. In return, Varun Chakaravarthy picked 5-42 in just his second ODI game to bowl out New Zealand for 205 in 45.3 overs. New Zealand will take on Group B toppers South Africa in the second semi-final in Lahore on Wednesday.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cThe way to have four front line spinners was a really effective way to play. (India) having that luxury of knowing \u2026 they played to the conditions beautifully. We knew that coming here, they were going to play the four frontline spinners \u2026 and they bowled beautiful. They read the situation and read the conditions well,\u201d Henry was quoted as saying by ICC.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
He also showered praise on Chakaravarthy for deceiving New Zealand batters with his variations. \u201cHe bowled beautifully, didn't he? I think he showed his skill, the way he turned the ball both ways, and even the way that he could bowl pace. I thought he was brilliant, and they were able to put us under pressure right throughout.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Henry, who picked 5-42 against India, said New Zealand won\u2019t feel deflated going into their semi-final clash against South Africa. \u201cI wouldn't have thought so. We've been playing some really good cricket throughout this tournament. We'll obviously take our learnings from this game, but also understanding the conditions when we go to Pakistan.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cWe've played a few games in that tri-series there (as well). We'll be ready (for the semi-final). I think whoever you're playing at this stage of the tournament, you've got the four best teams and I think you don't really have preferences. You're going to be faced with challenges and all teams have their strengths.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Henry, who picked 5-42 against India, said New Zealand won\u2019t feel deflated going into their semi-final clash against South Africa. \u201cI wouldn't have thought so. We've been playing some really good cricket throughout this tournament. We'll obviously take our learnings from this game, but also understanding the conditions when we go to Pakistan.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
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