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NZ: 55-1 (18) | IND Vs NZ Live Cricket Score and Updates, 2nd Test Day 1: India Draws First Blood, Ashwin Strikes
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India vs New Zealand, 2nd Test Day 1 Live Cricket Score and Updates: Drinks Break
New Zealand started well, but the real challenge arises with spinners on a slower, turning Pune pitch. Latham's dismissal by Ashwin complicates batting as spin becomes a factor.
LIVE Score NZ 49/1 (14) CRR: 3.5
Day 1: 1st SessionIndia vs New Zealand, 2nd Test Day 1 Live Cricket Score and Updates: Ashwin Strikes In First Over
Ashwin to Latham, out LBW! Ravi Ashwin proves inevitable on Indian pitches, striking with his fifth delivery. Bowling round the wicket, he pitches on leg stump, and the ball sharply turns, beating Latham's defense and hitting his pads. The umpire raises his finger as Latham opts not to review. First wicket down! Latham LBW b Ashwin 15(22) [4s-2].
LIVE Score NZ 32/1 (9.2) CRR: 3.43
Day 1: 1st SessionIndia vs New Zealand, 2nd Test Day 1 Live Cricket Score and Updates: No Wickets In 1st 30 Mins For India
New Zealand scored 23 runs without loss after 6 overs, with Devon Conway and Tom Latham at the crease. Conway made 9 off 20 balls, while Latham scored 13 off 17. Akash Deep bowled 3 overs, conceding 20 runs, but couldn’t secure a wicket, delivering several promising balls.
LIVE Score NZ 23/0 (6) CRR: 3.83
Day 1: 1st SessionIndia vs New Zealand, 2nd Test Day 1 Live Cricket Score and Updates: Playing XI
India (Playing XI): Yashasvi Jaiswal, Rohit Sharma(c), Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Rishabh Pant(w), Sarfaraz Khan, Ravindra Jadeja, Washington Sundar, Ravichandran Ashwin, Akash Deep, Jasprit Bumrah
New Zealand (Playing XI): Tom Latham(c), Devon Conway, Will Young, Rachin Ravindra, Daryl Mitchell, Tom Blundell(w), Glenn Phillips, Tim Southee, Mitchell Santner, Ajaz Patel, William ORourke
India vs New Zealand, 2nd Test Day 1 Live Cricket Score and Updates: Both Team Captains At The Toss
Rohit: Would've batted as well. When you play a Test match like that, the first session didn't go our way. But we batted well in the second innings. We take a lot of positives from that and see how we can turn things around here. Always want to find ways to get back into the Test match when you're behind. That's what we did. Pitch is a little drier, yes. We do understand how important the first 10 overs are. Three changes - Siraj, KL and Kuldeep miss out. Akash Deep, Washington and Gill come in.
Latham: We're going to have a bat. Surface slightly different to what it was last week. Not a lot of grass. Might produce a bit of spin as we expect when we come to these parts of the world. Obviously a really proud moment for this group. We celebrated that but our focus has quickly turned to Pune here. It's just about adapting to this surface. Trying to take the confidence we built up for last week. Matt Henry misses out with a glute niggle. Santner comes in.
India vs New Zealand, 2nd Test Day 1 Live Cricket Score and Updates: Toss Report
New Zealand won the toss and opted to bat first against India at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune on Thursday in the IND vs NZ 2nd Test.
India vs New Zealand, 2nd Test Day 1 Live Cricket Score and Updates: Pitch Report
India aims to leverage home advantage with a spin-friendly pitch in Pune for the 2nd Test against New Zealand, favoring spinners like Ashwin, Jadeja, and Kuldeep Yadav.
India vs New Zealand, 2nd Test Day 1 Live Cricket Score and Updates: Changes In India's Playing XI?
Sarfaraz Khan's 150 raises selection dilemmas for India, while Shubman Gill and Rishabh Pant return. Kuldeep Yadav may sit out for Washington Sundar, and Akash Deep could replace Mohammed Siraj.
India vs New Zealand, 2nd Test Day 1 Live Cricket Score and Updates: High Stakes for Both Teams
While India aims to level the series, New Zealand is looking to achieve the rare feat of winning a Test series in India. Both teams will be playing under immense pressure to perform.
India vs New Zealand, 2nd Test Day 1 Live Cricket Score and Updates: India’s Recent Home Losses
India has lost three home Tests in the past two years, raising questions about their once-unbeatable record. Pune offers them a chance to reassert their dominance on home soil.
India vs New Zealand, 2nd Test Day 1 Live Cricket Score and Updates: Weather Favors a Full Match
Unlike Bengaluru’s unpredictable weather, Pune promises clear skies, ensuring a full five-day match. This will allow both teams to execute their strategies without weather interruptions.
India vs New Zealand, 2nd Test Day 1 Live Cricket Score and Updates: Glenn Phillips: New Zealand’s X-Factor
Glenn Phillips has emerged as a game-changer for New Zealand, both with his off-spin and batting. His ability to break partnerships and score quickly makes him one to watch in Pune.
India vs New Zealand, 2nd Test Day 1 Live Cricket Score and Updates: The Role of R Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja
India's seasoned spinners, R Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja, are expected to dominate in Pune's conditions. Their performances will be key to limiting New Zealand’s batting in this crucial Test.
India vs New Zealand, 2nd Test Day 1 Live Cricket Score and Updates: Pressure on KL Rahul and Sarfaraz Khan
With Gill’s return, India faces a selection dilemma between KL Rahul and Sarfaraz Khan. Rahul's middle-order position is uncertain, especially with Sarfaraz's century in the first Test.
India vs New Zealand, 2nd Test Day 1 Live Cricket Score and Updates: Home Advantage Restored for India
Unlike Bengaluru, where the conditions suited New Zealand, Pune is expected to offer a traditional spin-friendly pitch, restoring India's typical home advantage in crucial Test matches.
India vs New Zealand, 2nd Test Day 1 Live Cricket Score and Updates: New Zealand’s Spin Puzzle
New Zealand may have to adjust their strategy by adding a spinner for the Pune Test. The slow, turning pitch won’t favor their usual pace attack, putting them in a tricky position.
India vs New Zealand, 2nd Test Day 1 Live Cricket Score and Updates: Shubman Gill’s Crucial Return
Shubman Gill, after missing the first Test, is set to return, strengthening. India's batting lineup at No. 3. His performance will be critical to stabilizing India’s top order.
India vs New Zealand, 2nd Test Day 1 Live Cricket Score and Updates: India’s Strong Comeback Hopes
India, trailing 1-0 at home, is looking to make a comeback in the two-Test series after their rare defeat in Bengaluru. The team has reworked their strategies for Pune's turning pitch.
India vs New Zealand, 2nd Test Day 1 Live Cricket Score and Updates: India faces a significant challenge as they aim to level the Test series against New Zealand after a rare 1-0 deficit at home. Historically strong in such situations, India has fought back from similar setbacks but now has just two Tests left to turn things around. New Zealand’s surprise victory in Bengaluru was aided by weather and pitch conditions, but India is preparing a more spin-friendly pitch in Pune to regain their home advantage. Shubman Gill is set to return, strengthening India’s batting lineup, while New Zealand may adjust their bowling attack by adding a spinner. India remains the favorite, but recent home losses suggest their dominance is waning. Glenn Phillips, a key player for New Zealand, could make an impact with both bat and ball. The second Test will be a crucial test for India’s adaptability and resilience under pressure.