Mitchell Santner orchestrated a stunning bowling display as New Zealand took control on Day 2 of the second Test against India in Pune. While the pitch presented its challenges, India must reflect on their shot selection after losing six wickets in a single session, limping to 107/7 at Lunch.
Shubman Gill and Yashasvi Jaiswal started positively, striking boundaries with confidence. However, the match shifted dramatically when Gill was trapped leg-before-wicket by Santner, igniting a collapse in the Indian ranks. Virat Kohli's dismissal, as he missed a low full-toss from Santner, left the Pune crowd in disbelief. Although Rishabh Pant made an aggressive start, he soon fell victim to a delivery from Glenn Phillips that kept low, sending the stumps flying.
The remaining Indian batsmen struggled to cope with the spin and bounce. Sarfaraz Khan fell to Santner, who continued his impressive performance by quickly removing R. Ashwin.
Washington Sundar narrowly survived an lbw shout just minutes before Lunch and, along with Ravindra Jadeja, faces a monumental task ahead as India trails by 152 runs.
In this crucial match, the spinners have shown their prowess, raising questions for the Indian batting lineup. For fans and bettors keen on match predictions, following the unfolding drama is essential.
Brief Scores:
India 107/7 (Shubman Gill 30; Mitchell Santner 4/36, Glenn Phillips 2/26) trails New Zealand 259 by 152 runs.
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