NZ claw back with late wickets on topsy-turvy day

NZ claw back with late wickets on topsy-turvy day

India Struggle to Cope with Late Wicket Losses

India lost three crucial wickets for just eight runs towards the end of the first day, giving New Zealand the upper hand in the final Test in Mumbai.

Key Developments

• Yashasvi Jaiswal's reckless reverse sweep gifted Ajaz Patel his first wicket, triggering a collapse for India.
• Nightwatchman Mohammed Siraj failed to stem the rot, getting trapped LBW by Ajaz Patel and burning a review in the process.
• Virat Kohli's ill-fated decision to play a risky single ended in disaster, with Matt Henry firing a direct hit at the bowler's end.
• Daryl Mitchell and Will Young's 87-run stand proved pivotal for New Zealand, who managed to post a modest total after opting to bat.

Statistical Highlights

• Daryl Mitchell top-scored for New Zealand with an unbeaten 82.
• Will Young chipped in with 71, using his feet and depth of crease to good effect.
• Ravindra Jadeja excelled with the ball, claiming 5 wickets for 65 runs to set up India's bowling attack.
• Washington Sundar took 4 wickets for 81 runs, but couldn't contain the New Zealand batters.
• New Zealand's last 7 wickets fell for just 76 runs, a reflection of the difficulties they faced on a pitch that was starting to assist the spinners.

Scorecard Update

New Zealand: 235/10 (Daryl Mitchell 82, Will Young 71; Ravindra Jadeja 5-65, Washington Sundar 4-81)
India: 86/4 (Shubman Gill 31*, Yashasvi Jaiswal 30; Ajaz Patel 2-33) – Lead by 149 runs