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First Time Since 1934, India Hit Historic Low With 3-0 Series Loss Against New Zealand

A drama-filled third Test between India and New Zealand concluded with the tourists securing a first-ever series sweep in the Indian sub-continent. India looked on song to secure a pride-salvaging victory against the Kiwis till the time Rishabh Pant was batting but the wicket-keeper batter's controversial dismissal shattered India's batting unit like a pack of cards. In the process, New Zealand became the first team in the history of the game to beat India 3-0 in their own home in a 3-match series.

"When You're Down...": Rishabh Pant's Cryptic Post After New Zealand Test Series Whitewash

Indian cricket team wicket-keeper batter Rishabh Pant took to social media to share a cryptic post following a 0-3 Test series loss against New Zealand on Sunday. India slumped to their third consecutive Test defeat on Day 3 of the third match in Mumbai. Pant was the only shining light in India's batting performance in the second innings but his gritty knock was not enough to clinch the win for the hosts. Pant posted a picture on his Instagram story along with the quote - "Life is a series of seasons. When you're down, remember that growth happens in cycles. Embrace the lows, knowing they're preparing you for the highs".

"This Is Embarrassing": Internet Fumes As India Hit Historic Low Against New Zealand

Packed with proven performers, Indian team seemed like a bunch of clueless cricketers as it endured an unprecedented and humiliating 0-3 whitewash at the hands of a resolute New Zealand with a 25-run defeat in the third Test, a result that put the home side to its lowest ebb on Sunday. A courageous Rishabh Pant raised hopes of a great escape with his valiant 64-run knock but once he trudged back to the pavilion following a contentious third-umpire call, the Indian fortress, that had been breached twice in this series before, was completed raged by the Black Caps.

NZ skipper Latham lauds team for greatest series win

New Zealand captain Tom Latham was lost for words following his team's stunning 3-0 triumph in India on Sunday but had no doubt that it was their greatest series victory.

"Batter Hit His Pads": AB de Villiers Fumes At Rishabh Pant's Controversial Dismissal In 3rd Test

India's wicket-keeper batter Rishabh Pant looked destined to take the team to a consolation victory in the third and final Test against New Zealand. After the hosts incurred yet another top-order collapse, losing 5 batters for just 29 runs, Pant displayed a brilliant counter-attacking knock to score 64 runs off 57 balls in the chase of 147 runs. However, Pant had to march back to the pavilion after a controversial dismissal against Ajaz Patel that got the world of social media talking.

"Wanted To Fire A Few Shots In India": New Zealand Captain Tom Latham After Historic 3-0 Series Win

Skipper Tom Latham's joy knew no bounds after leading New Zealand to historic 3-0 clean sweep over India in the three-match Test series, saying his players rose to occasion by being aggressive with the bat and proactive with the ball. India faced a humiliating 0-3 defeat at home for the first time ever after losing the third Test by 25 runs. Set a target of 147, India were all out for 121. "Very very ecstatic. Looking back at the start of the series and to be in this position, boys have done a very good job and to finally to do it here in Mumbai, we were challenged with bat and ball. Very happy," Latham said at the post-match presentation ceremony.

Gutsy New Zealand complete historic series sweep in India

:New Zealand capped a tough tour of Asia with an unprecedented 3-0 series sweep in India, while the bruised and battered home side will face uncomfortable questions ahead of their trip to Australia for five tests.

Gill misses ton as India make 263 before New Zealand limp to 171-9

:Shubman Gill missed out on a century while Rishabh Pant scored a quick-fire 60 as India made 263 in response to New Zealand's 235 before their spinners reduced the tourists to 171-9 at stumps on day two of the low-scoring third test in Mumbai on Saturday.

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First Time Since 1934, India Hit Historic Low With 3-0 Series Loss Against New Zealand

"When You're Down...": Rishabh Pant's Cryptic Post After New Zealand Test Series Whitewash

"This Is Embarrassing": Internet Fumes As India Hit Historic Low Against New Zealand

NZ skipper Latham lauds team for greatest series win

"Batter Hit His Pads": AB de Villiers Fumes At Rishabh Pant's Controversial Dismissal In 3rd Test

"Wanted To Fire A Few Shots In India": New Zealand Captain Tom Latham After Historic 3-0 Series Win

Gutsy New Zealand complete historic series sweep in India

Gill misses ton as India make 263 before New Zealand limp to 171-9