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India vs New Zealand LIVE, 2nd Test, Day 3: Ravindra Jadeja dismissed Tom Blundell for 41 and provided India with a much-needed wicket. Six down, New Zealand now have Mitchell Santner and Glenn Phillips in the visitors’ crease. On the other hand, Indian bowlers are looking for quick wickets to get back in the match. With two days left in the second Test, there was a difference of over 300 points, and it was a match that New Zealand would lose from now on. At stumps on the second day, New Zealand led by 301 runs and were five down. For India to have any chance of salvaging the match, their primary objective will be to dismiss New Zealand by as low a score as possible before considering other possibilities. (live scorecard)
Here is the latest live score information for India vs New Zealand, 2nd Test match, Day 3. Directly delivered from Pune.
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09:54 (IST)
IND vs NZ, 2nd Test Day 3 Live: OUT
Outside! ! ! Rohit Sharma’s gamble ultimately paid off as Ravindra Jadeja struck a brilliant blow to dismiss Tom Blundell for 41. After Rohit Sharma made another defensive lapse, Jadeja defended the shell and gave India a breakthrough. Blundell is completely fooled by Jadeja’s spin as the ball evades the bat and rattles the stumps. The sixth wicket went to New Zealand.
NZ 231/6 (59.3 overs)
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09:51 (IST)
IND vs NZ, 2nd Test Day 1 Live: Finish from Jadeja
New Zealand batsmen Glenn Phillips and Tom Blundell are in great form. They play a smart game and steal boundaries on a regular basis. However, in Ravindra Jadeja’s previous over, the duo displayed a cautious approach and scored just one run. I am done with Jadeja.
NZ 219/5 (58 overs)
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09:44 (IST)
IND vs NZ, 2nd Test 3rd day live: Rohit’s fielding error
Ahhh! ! It will hurt India. Glenn Phillips tries to hit Ravichandran Ashwin’s shot. However, the ball hit the end of the bat and passed between wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant and Indian captain Rohit Sharma, who was placed in slip position. Rohit didn’t even try to move as the ball crossed the boundary and headed for four. New Zealand have now conceded over 200 goals.
New Zealand 209/5 (55 overs)
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09:38 (IST)
IND vs NZ, 2nd Test Day 3 Live: Rohit changes strategy
Rohit Sharma opted to spin at the beginning of the session instead of starting with pacer Jasprit Bumrah. Rohit hands the ball to all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja. Jadeja leaked just one run in his first over as India looked to pick up early wickets.
New Zealand 199/5 (54 overs)
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09:30 (IST)
IND vs NZ, 2nd Test Day 3 Live: In Progress
The third day of the second Test between India and New Zealand begins. In New Zealand, Tom Blundell (30*) and Glenn Phillips (9*) resume the hearing for 198/5. The visiting side currently lead by 301 runs and the duo will be looking to continue their strong partnership and lead New Zealand to big goals. Meanwhile, Ravindra Jadeja will be bowling the first over of the day for India, with the hosts looking for early wickets.
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09:29 (IST)
IND vs NZ, 2nd Test Day 3 Live: Anil Kumble’s advice
Ahead of the start of the third day’s match, former India captain Anil Kumble advised Rohit Sharma to start his first bowling session with spinners. According to Kumble, Rohit should field in-form Washington Sundar and all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja as today’s openers. Thunder are in great form, having picked up 7 wickets in the first and already 4 wickets on the second day.
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09:21 (IST)
IND vs NZ, 2nd Test Day 3 Live: Pitch Report
“It’s going to curve more with the natural progression of the pitch. The crack has widened slightly. It looks more abrasive. If you don’t have a sweep in your arsenal, you need to go out. Santner has a cluster If it’s long enough, you won’t be able to handle it from the creases. ”
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09:20 (IST)
IND vs NZ, 2nd Test Day 3 Live: Jadeja, Bumrah still wicketless
All-rounder Ravindra Jadeja and pacer Jasprit Bumrah are yet to start tallying wickets in the ongoing match. Bumrah, currently the world’s No. 1 Test bowler, failed to take a wicket in his first innings. However, the duo will aim to pick up wickets on the third day and help Team India defeat New Zealand as soon as possible.
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09:08 (IST)
IND vs NZ, 2nd Test Day 3 Live: Focus on Bumrah
Team India’s first and foremost task on the third day is to defeat New Zealand as soon as possible. With the visitors already leading with 301, things will only get tougher from here for Rohit Sharma and co. But today, the likes of Jasprit Bumrah, Washington Sundar and Ravichandran Ashwin will be in the spotlight. The bowlers need to get quick wickets for India.
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08:55 (IST)
IND vs NZ, 2nd Test Day 3 Live: IndoEye resumes
Team India failed miserably with the bat on the second day. Captain Rohit Sharma was bowled out for a duck and Ravindra Jadeja was the top scorer with 38 runs. As a result, India lost with 156 points. Rohit Sharma and others, who are currently leading by 301 points, will be aiming to make a comeback to avoid losing the series.
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08:50 (IST)
IND vs NZ, 2nd Test Day 3 Live: NZ leads by 301 runs
India had a dreadful game on the second day as Rohit Sharma’s side were dismissed for 156 after leaking 259 with the ball. In the second half of the second innings, New Zealand regained momentum and scored 198/5 at stumps. Currently, Tom Blundell (30*) and Glenn Phillips (9*) remain unbeaten at the crease, with the visiting team leading with 301 runs.
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08:31 (IST)
IND vs NZ, 2nd Test Day 3 Live: Hello
Hello. Welcome to the live coverage of Day 3 of the 2nd Test between India and New Zealand from the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Pune. Stay tuned for all live updates.
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