NEW DELHI: India found themselves in a challenging position during their record chase of 359 against New Zealand in the second Test at MCA stadium in Pune on Saturday, despite a promising start in their second innings. After losing captain Rohit Sharma early for just 8 runs, opener Yashasvi Jaiswal kept India in the game with an aggressive half-century, showcasing his remarkable form.
Jaiswal's 62-run partnership for the second wicket with Shubman Gill (23 off 31) provided India with the momentum needed for the daunting chase. The 22-year-old was in scintillating form, scoring a rapid 77 off just 65 balls, hitting three sixes and nine fours, before he was dismissed by Mitchell Santner in the 22nd over. At 127/3, India appeared to be in a stable position.
