With their reputation and impressive home record undermined by a New Zealand team that has secured two Test victories in India for the first time in decades, Rohit Sharma's squad will enter Wankhede Stadium on Friday for the series' third and final Test, aiming to regain some pride.
A win at Wankhede would not only enhance their standing in the World Test Championship, with place in the final still up for grabs, but also significantly bolster their confidence ahead of a crucial and lengthy Test tour of Australia, where India are scheduled to play five Tests.
