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.
Here’s Twitter’s reaction:
New Zealand held a commanding 2-0 lead as India lost a Test series at home for the first time since 2012.#WTC25 | #INDvNZ 📝: https://t.co/Kl7qRDguyN pic.twitter.com/ASXLeqArG7
— ICC (@ICC) October 26, 2024
It’s been a few weeks for the New Zealand cricket team. distinguished. Santner played the role of visiting destroyer in Pune perfectly. 🫡 #INDvNZ
— Melinda Farrell (@melindafarrell) October 26, 2024
New Zealand breached the Indian fort. A record that India had proudly held for 12 years has been broken. Test series losses are eye-opening. India appeared to be playing in unfamiliar surroundings. The player is responsible for this loss.
— Love Bhalerao (@bhaleraosarang) October 26, 2024
Well done to New Zealand as they won the series on Indian soil! The Indian team has a lot to reflect on. Senior players must step up and deliver the ultimate form of the game. The next three months will be a very important time for them.
— Irfan Pathan (@IrfanPathan) October 26, 2024
Not only did New Zealand win the Test series in India, they did so by eight wickets and 113 runs, and they did it all without Kane Williamson. surprising
— Ben Gardner (@Ben_Wisden) October 26, 2024
New Zealand wins the first away series in WTC history..!!!!
– WTC was launched in August 2019. pic.twitter.com/1NvbVzm1r8
—Jones. (@CricCrazyJohns) October 26, 2024
New Zealand have beaten India twice and have done so only in this series. And no Indian team has ever lost a home series. I’m sure I’ve seen a bigger upset than this. But I have no idea what it is. But one of them will be the World Cup they won…
— Jared Kimber (@ajarrodkimber) October 26, 2024
India’s 12-year unbeaten run in home Test series came to an end. New Zealand’s win today ended India’s run of 18 consecutive home series wins since Alastair Cook’s England won that famous 2-1 win in December 2012. #indvnz #cricket
— Saji Sadiq (@SajSadiqCricket) October 26, 2024
It’s been 20 years since India already lost a Test series and were left in a dead rubber on home soil, and it has come to light once again in Mumbai. One of the most surprising results recently is this. The same goes for two huge margins of victory. @Blackcaps #IndvNZ
— Bharat Sundaresan (@beastieboy07) October 26, 2024
. @Blackcaps 🙌
— Central Stags 🏏 (@CentralStags) October 26, 2024
Kudos to Team India for dominating home Tests for 12 years.
— Seely Point (@FarziCricketer) October 26, 2024
One of the most notable achievements in Test cricket…and the rare…beating of India in…
I had a great time in New Zealand! sold out#IndvNZ
— Chetan Narula (@chetannarula) October 26, 2024
19.40% of Mitchell Santner’s Test career wickets have come in one game in Pune. He has 67 wickets in 29 Tests. 13 of them in one match against India. #IndvNZ
— Mazher Arshad (@MazherArshad) October 26, 2024
It’s been an incredible week or two for New Zealand cricket. This is one of the most amazing Test series wins I can remember. It’s an amazing achievement.
— George Dobell (@GeorgeDobell1) October 26, 2024
