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'Team India made things harder': Cricket legend on WTC Final qualification path

NEW DELHI: In response to India's loss to New Zealand in the second Test match in Pune, former cricketer Anil Kumble expressed his disappointment, attributing the defeat to the Indian team's lackluster batting performance.

The Times of India · Oct 27, 2024

'Senior players need to step up', 'winning in India a dream': Irfan Pathan, Sachin Tendulkar after New Zealand win series

New Zealand made history by winning their first-ever Test series in India, defeating the hosts by 113 runs in the second Test match at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Pune. This victory ended India's 18-series home winning streak dating back to 2012. New Zealand now leads the three-match series…

The Times of India · Oct 26, 2024

The Pune Blot! How India faltered in the second Test to concede a mighty home record

NEW DELHI: Before the second Test in Pune, New Zealand had just three wins in their Test cricket history in India.

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