Indian players return to pavilion after the end of play on the second day of the first test cricket match between India and New Zealand, at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, in Bengaluru, Thursday, Oct. 17, 2024. (PTI Photo)
India vs New Zealand (IND vs NZ) Highlights, 1st Test Day 2 Match Today: New Zealand opener Devon Conway scored 91 to take the visitors to 180/3 and the lead to 134 runs against hosts India in the first of the three-match Test series at the M Chinnaswamy stadium in Bengaluru on Thursday. Rachin Ravindra and Daryl Mitchell are at the crease unbeaten.
Spinners Ravindra Jadeja, Ravichandran Ashwin, and Kuldeep Yadav have picked a wicket each for India. Earlier, Matt Henry’s five wickets bundled India out for 46 after skipper Rohit Sharma won the toss and opted to bat on Day 2.
In case the Test turns out to be a draw or India loses, it might hamper India’s chances, if only slightly, to qualify for the WTC final so the Rohit Sharma-led crew would hope to get a result in this series before travelling Down Under in what promises to be a nail-biting affair.
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India vs New Zealand 1st Test Day 2 Highlights: Follow Highlights from Day 2 of the first Test between India and New Zealand at M.Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru
The crowd lingered, enthusiastically waving towards the Indian dressing room, before the skies turned grim. Grimmer news awaited them, as the weather is expected to remain the same throughout the duration of the Test. (PTI)
India vs New Zealand | Why India can still win Bengaluru Test: Batsmen who can attack or defend, bowlers who can adapt
A much-anticipated cricket Test match in Bangalore was abruptly called off due to persistent rain. Despite the city’s state-of-the-art drainage system, the relentless downpour proved too much for the outfield.
The match was initially delayed as ground staff worked tirelessly to remove the drenched tarpaulin sheets and assess the pitch conditions. However, concerns about the soggy patches around the crease forced officials to abandon play.
While the Bangalore drainage system, powered by a high-tech US-based technology, has proven highly effective in drying out outfields during previous tournaments like the IPL and World Cup, the consistent rainfall throughout the day proved insurmountable.
The news of the match cancellation came as a disappointment to fans who had gathered at the stadium. Despite the setback, there is hope that the weather conditions will improve, allowing the Test match to resume at a later date. (READ MORE)
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First uploaded on: 17-10-2024 at 08:05 IST
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