Skipper Tom Latham's marvelous fifty gave New Zealand a massive lead of 301 runs against India in the second Test of the three-match series at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium on Friday.
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New Zealand seized control over the second Test and almost on the series after forcing India to fold on 156 on Day 2 of the second Test here at Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium on Friday.
Ahead of New Zealand's second Test match against India at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Kiwi skipper Tom Latham said that they are looking forward to going out there and adapting to the conditions in Pune.
India head coach Gautam Gambhir bombarded positivity ahead of the second Test by confirming Shubman Gill and Rishabh Pant's full fitness ahead of the second Test against New Zealand in Pune.
Head coach Gautam Gambhir finally gave his verdict on India's unprecedented defeat against New Zealand in Bengaluru and claimed that the hosts stood 100 runs short of setting up the match.
Bowling coach Morne Morkel rolled up his arms during India's training session and had a go with the ball, during which he had to keep reminding himself to stay calm and not "embarrass" himself.
Experienced pacer Mohammed Shami said it is a "big thing" that India captain Rohit Sharma took responsibility for misreading the pitch during the opening Test against New Zealand.
The anticipated rain has held off in Bengaluru, allowing the first India vs New Zealand Test to progress to a point where either team could win, with New Zealand currently in a favourable position.