Rachin Ravindra Shines in New Zealand's First Test Win in India Since 1988

Rachin Ravindra Secures Victory for New Zealand

The exhilarating Bengaluru Test got the climax it deserved, with New Zealand made to work hard to complete their first Test win in India in 36 years. Under overcast skies, the ball seamed around appreciably, with Jasprit Bumrah threatening to pick a wicket every second delivery. The crowd appealed eagerly, but New Zealand absorbed it all to ease their way to the target of 107 once things settled down.

Match Highlights

• New Zealand Total: 402 (Ravindra 134, Conway 91, Jadeja 3-72)
• India First Innings: 46 (Pant 20, Henry 5-15, O'Rourke 4-22)
• India Second Innings: 462 (Sarfaraz 150, Pant 99, O'Rourke 3-92)
• New Zealand Chased: 110 for 2 (Young 48*, Ravindra 39*, Bumrah 2-29)

Will Young provided calming influence after Bumrah took Tom Latham's wicket early. Devon Conway played his part, enduring blows without playing loose shots. However, India’s misjudgment of the pitch avenged itself, as they lacked a third seamer, allowing Young and Ravindra to knock off runs effortlessly.

Bumrah’s spell was intense and deceptive, luring players into false shots. But Ravindra, the first-innings centurion, played brilliantly, sealing the deal with boundaries against Bumrah. Young and Ravindra attacked spinners valiantly, complete with remarkable shots.

Historic Achievement

New Zealand's victory is their third ever Test win in India, reversing the narrative after a dismal first innings. Rachin Ravindra has firmly established himself as a star in this memorable match.