The first Test between India and New Zealand is reaching a thrilling climax as New Zealand need just 107 runs to win on the final day at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. The match has been a rollercoaster ride, with both teams showcasing exceptional performances.
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India, after being bowled out for just 46 in their first innings, fought back strongly in their second innings. Sarfaraz Khan played a majestic knock, scoring 150 runs, while Rishabh Pant contributed a brisk 99 runs. India’s total of 462 in their second innings has set New Zealand a challenging target of 107 runs to win the match
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New Zealand, who responded with 402 runs in their first innings, will be looking to chase down the target and secure a victory in the first Test. The Kiwis started their second innings strongly but were interrupted by rain, which brought an early end to the day’s play with the visitors playing just four balls in their second innings
The final day promises to be an exciting one, with New Zealand needing to carefully navigate the Indian bowling attack to achieve the target. The Indian bowlers, led by Jasprit Bumrah and Ravichandran Ashwin, will be looking to exploit any weaknesses and restrict New Zealand to a below-par score
The match has seen several key performances, including Rachin Ravindra’s brilliant century and Tim Southee’s crucial half-century in New Zealand’s first innings. On the Indian side, Virat Kohli’s resilient 70 and Sarfaraz Khan’s maiden Test century have been standout contributions
Cricket fans are eagerly awaiting the final day’s play, hoping to witness a thrilling finish to the first Test. The outcome of this match will set the tone for the rest of the three-Test series between the two teams. As the players gear up for the final day, the cricketing world watches with bated breath, anticipating a nail-biting conclusion to this highly competitive Test match.
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