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IND vs NZ highlights, Day 2, 1st Test: New Zealand 180/3 at stumps; Mitchell, Ravindra at crease

IND vs NZ highlights: Catch all the scores and match updates from Day 2 of the 1st Test between India and New Zealand taking place in Bengaluru on Wednesday.

Welcome to Sportstar’s highlights of Day 2 of the first Test between India and New Zealand in Bengaluru on Friday. 

Match Summary:

  • India’s Batting Performance: Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill gave India a steady start, but early breakthroughs from the Kiwi bowlers kept India from settling. Despite tricky conditions and overcast weather, India managed to stay competitive thanks to a solid half-century from Virat Kohli.
  • New Zealand’s Bowling Attack: Led by Matt Henry, the New Zealand pacers made good use of the conditions. The ball was swinging early on, forcing Indian batsmen to play cautiously. Henry’s persistence paid off with two crucial wickets before lunch.
  • Weather Interference: Though the day began on time, the match saw brief rain interruptions in the afternoon, affecting play and rhythm for both sides​Business StandardCricbuzz.
  • Revised Timings: To compensate for the lost time on Day 1, the officials extended playing hours slightly. Each of the remaining four days now features 98 overs per day, adding eight overs beyond the regular 90​Cricbuzz.

As the game heads into Day 3, both teams will look to take control. India’s middle order needs to fire, while New Zealand will aim to build on the early breakthroughs to restrict India to a manageable total.

This Test match continues to hang in balance, with both sides eager to make an impact despite the weather challenges. Stay tuned for further updates as the match progresses.

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