Despite a strong fightback from India, New Zealand managed to win the Pune Test by 113 runs, securing an unassailable lead in the three-Test series. This marks New Zealand's first-ever Test series win in India and only the third time a touring team has beaten India this century. Indian captain Rohit Sharma acknowledged the team's collective failure and hopes for a better performance in the next Test before their tour of Australia.
Rohit Sharma and India's Crushing Test Series Loss to New Zealand
In a disheartening turn of events, India succumbed to an 113-run defeat against New Zealand in the Pune Test, handing the visitors an unassailable lead in the three-Test series. This is a significant milestone for New Zealand, marking their first-ever Test series triumph on Indian soil.
Background and Context
India has traditionally enjoyed a dominant record at home, with only England (2012) and Australia (2017) having defeated them in a Test series this century. The current series against New Zealand was seen as a chance for India to extend their impressive home form.
However, New Zealand, under the leadership of Kane Williamson, displayed remarkable resilience and determination throughout the Pune Test. They posted a competitive 348 in the first innings, thanks to a century from Tom Latham. In reply, India managed only 219, despite a valiant half-century from Virat Kohli.
In the second innings, New Zealand extended their lead to 189 with a commanding 376. India showed some fight in their chase, thanks to a century from Cheteshwar Pujara. However, they were eventually bundled out for 266, falling short of the target by 113 runs.
Rohit Sharma's Reaction
Indian captain Rohit Sharma acknowledged the team's collective failure and expressed hope for a better performance in the next Test. "We did not bat well enough in the first innings, and that put us under pressure," Sharma said. "We need to learn from our mistakes and come back stronger in the next game."
Top 5 FAQs
1. When was the last time India lost a Test series at home before this series? Answer: 2017, when Australia defeated them 2-1.
2. Who was New Zealand's highest scorer in the Pune Test? Answer: Tom Latham, with a century in the first innings.
3. What was India's highest individual score in the Test? Answer: Cheteshwar Pujara, with a century in the second innings.
4. What is India's record in Test series against New Zealand? Answer: India has never lost a Test series against New Zealand.
5. What is the significance of New Zealand's Test series win in India? Answer: It is New Zealand's first-ever Test series victory in India and only the third time a touring team has beaten India this century.
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