Live: NZ vs India 2nd Test Day One Updates - A Thrilling Start to the Series
The second Test match between New Zealand and India at the Basin Reserve in Wellington kicked off with a bang, setting the stage for an exciting series. Here's a look at the key updates from Day One of the match:
Early Dominance from India:
- India won the toss and elected to bat first on a pitch that offered some assistance to the bowlers.
- The Indian openers, Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill, got off to a steady start, putting together a 62-run partnership before Rohit was dismissed by Matt Henry for 22.
- Gill continued his impressive form, scoring a brilliant 52 before falling to Michael Bracewell.
- The Indian middle order then took control of the match, with Virat Kohli and Cheteshwar Pujara building a crucial 141-run partnership.
Late Day Wickets:
- Kohli was dismissed by Henry for a gritty 21 after a brilliant knock.
- Pujara was the next to go, falling to Tim Southee for a well-made 69.
- India ended the day at 262/5, with Ajinkya Rahane (20*) and Shreyas Iyer (15*) looking to build on the strong foundation laid by their teammates.
Key Takeaways:
- The Indian bowlers were disciplined and effective, particularly Southee, who picked up two crucial wickets.
- Gill continued his strong form, showcasing his ability to adapt to different conditions.
- Kohli and Pujara provided a much-needed boost to the Indian innings, highlighting their experience and composure.
- Henry and Bracewell were the pick of the Kiwi bowlers, both picking up two wickets each.
Looking Ahead:
- Day Two promises to be another fascinating battle as India look to build a substantial lead.
- The Kiwi bowlers will be looking to bounce back and limit India's scoring rate.
- The match is finely poised, with both teams looking to gain an advantage in the series.
Stay tuned for more updates from the NZ vs India 2nd Test as we bring you all the action from Wellington.