New Zealand inflict India’s first home Test series defeat in 13 years New Zealand seal the three-match series – their first in India – with a 113-run win in the second Test in Pune. Al Jazeera · Oct 26, 2024
India suffer string of 'firsts' in Test, series loss against New Zealand India suffered a rare series defeat on Saturday, going down 0-2 to New Zealand in Pune, following a 113-run loss. India had already lost the opening Test of the three-match series in Bengaluru by eight-wickets. The two teams will now head to Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai for a dead rubber… The Times of India · Oct 26, 2024
India vs New Zealand: Mitchell Santner creates history with Virat Kohli's wickets in Pune NEW DELHI: India’s star batter Virat Kohli's ongoing difficulties against spinners in Asian conditions were on full display once again during the second Test against New Zealand at the MCA Stadium in Pune. The Times of India · Oct 26, 2024
IND vs NZ 2nd Test: 'Horrible' Rishabh Pant run-out puts India on back foot in record chase against New Zealand 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… The Times of India · Oct 26, 2024
Will Team India recreate Sachin Tendulkar-Virender Sehwag magic to pull off a historic chase in Pune? NEW DELHI: Chasing targets above 300 in Test cricket has historically been a tough challenge for Team India on home soil. The Times of India · Oct 26, 2024
Cracks In The Citadel: India's home run of 18 consecutive series wins in danger of ending PUNE: It's difficult to pinpoint what hurt India the most — Mitchell Santner's best-ever bowling performance or the team's poor display with the bat. Or the decision to opt for a spin-friendly track here after losing the first Test in Bengaluru. Then there was Tom Latham's crucial knock of 86,… The Times of India · Oct 26, 2024
India vs New Zealand 2nd Test: Is it game over for India already? History puts Rohit Sharma & Co. on the backfoot NEW DELHI: New Zealand extended their lead over India to more than 200 runs on Day 2 of the second Test at the MCA Stadium in Pune, with captain Tom Latham playing a crucial half-century in their second innings. The Times of India · Oct 25, 2024
First time in 23 years! India register an unwanted feat in home Tests NEW DELHI: India registered an unfortunate feat on Friday after being bowled out for just 156 in the first innings of the second Test against New Zealand at the MCA Stadium in Pune. The collapse handed New Zealand a commanding 103-run lead, after the visitors posted 259 on Day 1. The Times of India · Oct 25, 2024
21 dismissals in 26 innings: Virat Kohli's struggles against spin in Asia continue NEW DELHI: Virat Kohli's ongoing battle with spin bowling continued to trouble him in the second Test against New Zealand at the MCA Stadium in Pune. On Friday, the star Indian batter was clean bowled for just 1 by New Zealand left-arm spinner Mitchell Santner. The Times of India · Oct 25, 2024
Virat Kohli-Tim Southee bromance steals show during 2nd Test in Pune - WATCH NEW DELHI: Known for his impressive cricket statistics, Virat Kohli is also renowned for his lively on-field demeanor. His energetic and playful behavior often captures the attention of both his teammates and fans, bringing an extra layer of excitement to the game. The Times of India · Oct 25, 2024
Virat Kohli misjudges full toss, walks back fuming in disbelief in Pune - WATCH NEW DELHI: The crowd at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Pune fell silent as India’s star batter Virat Kohli missed a full toss from Mitchell Santner and lost his wicket in unexpected fashion during the second Test against New Zealand. The Times of India · Oct 25, 2024
IND vs NZ 2nd Test: Washington Sundar makes most of opportunity to grab 7/59 as New Zealand end first innings at 259 PUNE: At 197/3 after 59 overs, the Kiwis would have been happy with the way things were unfolding after winning the toss. The visitors, up 1-0 in the series, had not allowed pacers Jasprit Bumrah and Akash Deep any breakthrough and it appeared both the Tamil Nadu offspinners — Washington… The Times of India · Oct 25, 2024
India vs New Zealand: Washington Sundar adds dash of magic to team's plans PUNE: Washington Sundar has added another feather in his cap. He was a kind of 'super sub' in the absence of Virat Kohli and many others when India won the Brisbane Test, and with that the series Down Under in 2020-21. Now, he is India's 'super addition'. The Times of India · Oct 25, 2024
Washington Sundar takes 7/59 vs New Zealand, Sunil Gavaskar makes u-turn on assessment: 'Inspired' Washington Sundar's inclusion in the second Test against New Zealand was termed as an "inspired selection" by former captain Sunil Gavaskar. Sundar replaced Kuldeep Yadav for the crucial match at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Pune. Despite initial criticism, Sundar delivered an impressive performance, taking his first five-wicket haul… The Times of India · Oct 24, 2024
The Times of India · Oct 24, 2024 India vs New Zealand 2nd Test: Washington makes 'ati' Sundar comeback, snares 7 for career best Test figures NEW DELHI: Some eyebrows were raised when Washington Sundar replaced Kuldeep Yadav in the Indian playing XI for the second Test against New Zealand that got underway on Thursday at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune.
The Times of India · Oct 24, 2024 Watch: Washington Sundar bamboozles in-form Rachin Ravindra with an absolute ripper NEW DELHI: Spin all-rounder Washington Sundar on Thursday came up with a magical delivery to knock over New Zealand's in-form Rachin Ravindra in the second session on the opening day of the second Test in Pune.
The Times of India · Oct 24, 2024 Explained: Why Mohammed Siraj was walking a tight rope at home NEW DELHI: Trailing 1-0 in the three-match series against New Zealand, a desperate India opted for three big changes in their playing XI for the second Test in Pune on Thursday.
The Times of India · Oct 24, 2024 'Out Hai... Out Hai': Adamant Sarfaraz Khan pleads Rohit Sharma to take review, watch video NEW DELHI: In a surprising turn of events, an absolutely adamant Sarfaraz Khan managed to convince skipper Rohit Sharma to take a review for caught behind and turned out to be spot on, helping India steal the wicket of New Zealand batter Will Young during the second Test in Pune…
The Times of India · Oct 24, 2024 'Time is running out': Ex-India cricketer's big take on out-of-form KL Rahul NEW DELHI: Ahead of the second Test, there was a lot of debate on out-of-form KL Rahul and in-form Sarfaraz Khan for a spot in the Playing XI for the fixture in Pune. After India's loss in the opening Test in Bengaluru, the key question was who should be picked…
The Times of India · Oct 24, 2024 'India are worried about their batting': Sunil Gavaskar criticises Washington Sundar's inclusion for second New Zealand Test NEW DELHI: Indian cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar has voiced his disappointment over Kuldeep Yadav's exclusion from the playing XI for the second Test against New Zealand in Pune. Gavaskar criticised the move and suggested it indicated "panic" from the team management.
The Times of India · Oct 24, 2024 Sarfaraz Khan over KL Rahul: India team management sends a strong message NEW DELHI: After making a stunning 150 in the first Test against New Zealand in Bengaluru, it was difficult for the Indian team to keep Sarfaraz Khan out of the playing XI for the second Test in Pune that got underway on Thursday.
The Times of India · Oct 24, 2024 A day after head coach Gautam Gambhir's backing, India drop KL Rahul NEW DELHI: Ahead of the second Test against New Zealand in Pune, Team India head coach Gautam Gambhir had put his weight behind an under-fire KL Rahul, saying that the team management backs him to score big.
The Times of India · Oct 24, 2024 Did India press panic button? Rohit Sharma announces three big changes for 2nd Test against New Zealand NEW DELHI: For the crucial second Test at the MCA Stadium in Pune, India made significant changes to their playing XI, bringing in Akash Deep, Washington Sundar and Shubman Gill. Mohammed Siraj, KL Rahul and Kuldeep Yadav missed out. New Zealand, coming off an eight-wicket win in the series opener…
The Times of India · Oct 24, 2024 Coach Gautam Gambhir throws his weight behind KL Rahul PUNE: KL Rahul has been struggling to make an impact but head coach Gautam Gambhir emphasised that the batter would be getting the full backing of the Indian team management.
The Times of India · Oct 24, 2024 IND vs NZ 2nd Test: India set to shuffle combination while New Zealand look to clinch a historic series win India, 0-1 down in the series under pressure to maintain their stellar home record, will look to their spinners to deliver. New Zealand, on the other hand, will be chasing a historic series win as second Test begins in Pune today...