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Twitter reaction: Mitchell Santner is sizzling as New Zealand win the second Test to secure their first-ever series win in India.

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New Zealand achieved a historic series win against India, Won the second Test at Pune by 113 runs.. The win marked New Zealand’s first ever Test series win on Indian soil, ending India’s run of 18 consecutive home series wins dating back to 2012. Even though India were heavy favorites, especially on their own turf, New Zealand overcame the odds to win. One game left in the series.

Advantage with a decent first inning total

New Zealand batted first in the opening innings and scored a total of 259 runs. captain Tom Latham Leading from the front with a steady knock of 52; Devon Conway By contributing 76, he built a solid foundation. Will Young (18) And Rachin Ravindra (65) also scored valuable runs. Indian spin duo Ravichandran Ashwin and Washington Sundar Most of the wickets were shared, with Sundar taking 5 for 79 to restrict the visitors.

Mitchell Santner’s 5-fer destroyed India.

India’s reply with the bat was disappointing. Because they only scored 156 runs. children Yashasvi Jaiswal Although he scored the highest score with 30 runs, other batsmen did not make much of an impact. Tim Southey and Glenn Phillips played a decisive role in dismantling India’s highest order; Mitchell Santner He stole the show with his spin and tore through the Indian lower-middle order, taking five wickets for 37 runs.

Rachin Ravindra helped New Zealand build a strong lead in the second innings.

In the second innings, New Zealand capitalized on their first-innings lead by scoring 255 runs. Latham again anchored the innings with a solid 86 and Glenn Phillips added a crucial unbeaten 48. Ravindra (91) and Daryl Mitchell (18) helped extend the total beyond the reach of India. Washington was again selected to bowl India, taking five wickets, with Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja It also contributed to an important breakthrough.

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Santner shines again as India’s collapse leads to defeat

A target of 359 runs was set, but India faltered once again and finished with 245 runs. Despite Jaiswal’s 77 runs and Jadeja’s assisted 42 runs, India struggled against Santner’s disciplined bowling. The spinners were relentless and ended with another six-wicket haul (6 for 46), taking their total to 11 wickets in the match. Azaz Patel And Phillips too took a timely wicket to seal New Zealand’s dominant win.

New Zealand overcame adversity and made history

The result was one of the most significant upsets in recent cricket history as New Zealand defied all expectations. The New Zealand team, which had recently lost 2-0 in Sri Lanka, was under enormous pressure, especially without new captain Latham and leading an inexperienced squad. Kane Williamson. But the team performed fearlessly and produced a historic result, becoming the first team in 10 years to defeat India in a Test series at their home stadium. New Zealand’s win in Pune is a testament to their resilience, tactical acumen and ability to perform under pressure.

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