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"When India Needed It Most": Sachin Tendulkar's Ultimate Praise For Sarfaraz Khan

Legendary batter Sachin Tendulkar hailed centurions Rachin Ravindra and Sarafaraz Khan after their heroics in the first Test between India and New Zealand at M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. New Zealand batter Rachin, who has his roots from Bengaluru, scored his second Test ton to guide the visitors to 402 in their first innings after bundling out India to 46 - their lowest Test total at home. He played a knock of 134 runs studded with 13 fours and four sixes. He also became the first New Zealand batter to score a Test century in India since 2012.

"Virat Kohli's Wicket Was Huge": New Zealand Star Blunt Verdict

Top-order batter Rachin Ravindra was relieved after New Zealand managed to bag the big wicket of Virat Kohli off the final ball of the third day, and hoped the bowlers will keep piling pressure on India on Saturday. Kohli (70) and Sarfaraz Khan (70 not out) added 136 runs for the third wicket to take India to 231 for three at stumps in the opening Test. But the former Indian skipper fell to Glenn Phillips, edging him to stumper Tom Blundell to bring some respite to the visitors.

First Player Since 2012: Rachin Ravindra Ends 12-Year Wait For New Zealand Batters In 1st Test

Rachin Ravindra became the first New Zealand batter since 2012 to score a Test century on Indian soil during the first Test against India at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium on Friday. Though New Zealand lost four wickets in the morning session, Ravindra, whose family hails from Bengaluru, got up the tempo through a breezy century filled with eye-catchy 11 fours and two sixes. The 21-year-old's century was his second in Test cricket, having scored his maiden hundred against South Africa earlier this year.

After 46 All-Out Fiasco, Team India Hits Another Embarrassing Low Against New Zealand

After being bowled out for their lowest total of 46 runs at home, the Rohit Sharma-led Indian team was inflicted with another unwanted feat as New Zealand batters ran riot in Bengaluru. After bundling out India for an under-50 team total, New Zealand batters went on a rampant run in the first innings, with Rachin Ravindra scoring a century. Rachin remained key to New Zealand's plans of winning the match, as the tourists' lead crossed the 200-run mark against the Indians on Day 3 (Friday).

"Don't Forget He's A DSP": After Mohammed Siraj Sledges Devon Conway In 1st Test, Sunil Gavaskar's Cheeky Comment

Recently, Indian cricket team fast bowler Mohammed Siraj was appointed as a Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) by the Telangana government. Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy made the announcement that Siraj would be granted a Group-I government post for his service to the Indian team, including the T20 World Cup success earlier this year. The DSP reference made its way on the first day of the India vs New Zealand 1st Test, Day 2.

"I Am A Kiwi": Rachin Ravindra's "Indian Heritage" Remark Ahead Of Bengaluru Test Wins Everyone

Rachin Ravindra will carry along with him that soothing ‘home ground' feeling when the New Zealand top-order batter steps on to the field here on Wednesday for the first Test against India. After all, his familial roots are firmly entrenched in Bengaluru. His parents Ravi Krishnamurthy and Deepa hail from the city, while his grandparents T. Balakrishna Adiga, a noted educationist, and Poornima still stay here, and a cosy family get together ahead of the match is on cards too.

New Zealand Star Names Two Indians Who Pose Maximum Threat In Test Series. Not Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma Or Jasprit Bumrah

Top-order batter Rachin Ravindra said on Monday that nullifying the twin threat posed by senior spinners Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja will be crucial to New Zealand's success in the three-match series against India. Ashwin and Jadeja together have grabbed over 800 Test wickets, and are among the most experienced bowling pairs in world cricket at present. "They've got consistent bowlers who bowl in an area for a long period of time. I mean, you see the two spinners who play consistently, Ashwin and Jadeja, they're two very accomplished bowlers. You know, they can bat too, which makes it a little bit hard,” Ravindra told reporters on Monday.

Sri Lanka vs New Zealand Live Score 2nd Test Day 1

SL vs NZ Live Score Updates 2nd Test Day 1: New Zealand look to bounce from a shock defeat in the series opener as they face Sri Lanka in the second Test in Galle. Kiwis head coach Gary Stead feels his side must adapt to the tricky Galle surface if they are to avenge their hard-fought. Despite not having played a warm-up match, the Kiwis showed resilience by taking a first-innings lead, but Sri Lanka's experience in home conditions ultimately helped them secure a close victory on the final morning. Sri Lanka, on the other hand, moved up to third place in the World Test Championship standings after their win in the first Test. A win in the second Test could significantly boost their chances of securing a spot in the final at Lord's next June. (Live Scorecard)

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"When India Needed It Most": Sachin Tendulkar's Ultimate Praise For Sarfaraz Khan

"Virat Kohli's Wicket Was Huge": New Zealand Star Blunt Verdict

First Player Since 2012: Rachin Ravindra Ends 12-Year Wait For New Zealand Batters In 1st Test

After 46 All-Out Fiasco, Team India Hits Another Embarrassing Low Against New Zealand

"Don't Forget He's A DSP": After Mohammed Siraj Sledges Devon Conway In 1st Test, Sunil Gavaskar's Cheeky Comment

"I Am A Kiwi": Rachin Ravindra's "Indian Heritage" Remark Ahead Of Bengaluru Test Wins Everyone

New Zealand Star Names Two Indians Who Pose Maximum Threat In Test Series. Not Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma Or Jasprit Bumrah

Sri Lanka vs New Zealand Live Score 2nd Test Day 1