India makes an impressive comeback in the opening Test match against New Zealand with a strong all-round performance. Although New Zealand took a 356-run lead in the first innings, India's batsmen showed resilience and ended Day 3 with a total of 231 for 3. With just two days left in the match, India will need some big contributions from their batsmen to stay in the game. Meanwhile, New Zealand's Rachin Ravindra and Tim Southee put up an impressive show with the bat, scoring a total of 451 runs on Day 3.
India's Resurgence in the Opening Test Against New Zealand
In the recently concluded opening Test match of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, India made a remarkable comeback against New Zealand. Despite trailing by 356 runs in the first innings, the Indian batsmen displayed exceptional grit and determination to end Day 3 with a respectable score of 231 for 3.
New Zealand's Commanding Start
After winning the toss, New Zealand opted to bat first and posted a formidable total of 348 runs in their first innings. Rachin Ravindra, making his Test debut, played a pivotal role with a brilliant knock of 181 runs. His innings was supported by a valuable contribution of 64 runs from Tim Southee.
India's Response
India's response in the first innings was underwhelming, as they were bowled out for a mere 191 runs. However, the hosts turned their fortunes around on Day 3. Openers Rohit Sharma and Mayank Agarwal provided a solid start with a partnership of 88 runs. Shubman Gill then played a crucial knock of 44 runs, while Cheteshwar Pujara and Hanuma Vihari remained unbeaten at the close of play.
India's Path to Victory
With two days remaining in the match, India needs a monumental effort from their batsmen to stay in contention for the win. The absence of regular skipper Virat Kohli due to injury could prove to be a setback, but the team has shown resilience in the past.
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