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India's Sensational 36-Year Streak Ends With Massive Loss vs New Zealand

New Zealand survived a hostile Jasprit Bumrah spell to foil India's attempt to add a final-day twist to an absorbing series-opener, slaying the cricketing giants at home by eight wickets and ending a 36-year long wait to taste Test success in the country, here Sunday This is Kiwis' first Test win on the Indian soil after the John Wright-led outfit towelled India by 136 runs at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, way back in 1988. Even hunting a modest 107 on the fifth day against a world-class attack could be nervy, and New Zealand did that after some initial scares. Will Young (48 not out) and Rachin Ravindra (39 not out) fuelled their chase with a 75-run stand for the third wicket, handholding their side a 1-0 lead in the three-match series.

Watch: Virat Kohli Asks Bengaluru Crowd To Cheer During New Zealand Test. This Happens Next

Indian cricket team star batter Virat Kohli was seen asking the Bengaluru crowd to cheer the team on Day 5 of the first Test encounter against New Zealand on Sunday. India came into the day needing 10 wickets to beat New Zealand and Jasprit Bumrah handed them the perfect start after he dismissed Tom Latham for a duck. In a video going viral on social media, Kohli was seen gesturing towards the fans to cheer while Bumrah ran in to bowl the delivery and it has already gone viral on social media.

How Rishabh Pant's Chef Is Helping Sarfaraz Khan Get Fitter - Suryakumar Yadav Makes Big Revelation

Indian cricket team batter Sarfaraz Khan has enjoyed a brilliant run of form in the recent past and his performances has made him a favourite among both fans and experts. However, question continue on his fitness and several experts have opined that it can prove to be a reason why he can end up losing his spot in the playing XI. However, Suryakumar Yadav revealed in an interview with Indian Express that Sarfaraz is currently working with a chef, suggested by Rishabh Pant, to get fitter ahead of the Test series against Australia.

"Naseem Shah Is Better Than Jasprit Bumrah": Pakistan Fast Bowler Makes Shocking Claim

Pakistan cricket team fast bowler Ihsanullah grabbed the headlines following a sensational comment on India star pacer Jasprit Bumrah. The fast bowler, who has played one ODI and four T20Is for Pakistan, made a massive claim that Naseem Shah is a better bowler than Bumrah. Bumrah has been one of the best bowlers in the recent past and at present, he holds the No. 1 position in the ICC Test bowler's rankings. The fast bowler has proven his mettle in all three formats and he even won the 'Player of the Tournament' award at the T20 World Cup 2024. However, in a recent interaction, Ihsanullah was clear that his Pakistan teammate was a far better bowler in comparison.

"Knew Rishabh Pant Was In Pain": Sarfaraz Khan On Viral 'Mix-Up' Moment During 1st Test vs New Zealand

Sarfaraz Khan delivered a stellar performance on Saturday, scoring his first Test century (150) and leading India's remarkable recovery in the first Test against New Zealand. With the hosts setting a modest 107-run target, Sarfaraz expressed confidence that early wickets on a deteriorating pitch could turn the match in India's favour. “It felt really good to score a century for my country, fulfilling a childhood dream,” Sarfaraz told reporters at the end of the day's play on Saturday. “It won't be easy for New Zealand. The pitch has its challenges; the ball is moving and cutting unpredictably, and there will be turn. If we can get breakthroughs early tomorrow, they might find themselves in a similar spot as we did,” he added.

Watch: India's Abhishek Sharma Gets Fiery Send Off From Pakistan Star During Emerging Teams Asia Cup Match, Does This In Reply

A face-off between India's star batter Abhishek Sharma and Pakistan spinner Sufiyan Muqeem hogged limelight during the ACC Men's T20 Emerging Teams Asia Cup 2024 match on Saturday. In the match at Al Amerat Cricket Ground in Oman, India A captain Tilak Varma won the toss and opted to bat. Openers Abhishek and Prabhsimran took India off to a flying start against by scoring 68 runs in the powerplay. Pakistan then brought left-arm spinner Muqeem into the attack and he struck on the very first ball.While a celebration from Pakistan was quite obvious, Muqeem incited Abhishek by giving him a fiery send-off.

India vs New Zealand Live, 1st Test, Day 5: Rain To Help India's Cause vs NZ In Bengaluru?

India vs New Zealand Live Score: New Zealand will begin their pursuit of 107 runs to win the first Test against India knowing that rain might have the final say in the outcome of the result. After heavy downpour forced early stumps on Day 4, the weather forecast suggests that rain is likely to return on the final day of the match.

Ex-Pakistan Skipper Mohammad Hafeez Drops 'PR Agencies' Bombshell After Massive Win Against England

Former Pakistan cricketer Mohammad Hafeez has hit back at critics after Pakistan registered a thumping 152-run victory over England in the second Test at Multan. Pakistan had come under immense scrutiny following the decision to drop Babar Azam, Shaheen Afridi and Naseem Shah from the Test squad ahead of the second Test. However, all three of their replacements starred. Kamran Ghulam, Babar's replacement, notched up a century on Test debut, while spinners Sajid Khan and Noman Ali picked up all 20 England wickets between themselves.

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India's Sensational 36-Year Streak Ends With Massive Loss vs New Zealand

Watch: Virat Kohli Asks Bengaluru Crowd To Cheer During New Zealand Test. This Happens Next

How Rishabh Pant's Chef Is Helping Sarfaraz Khan Get Fitter - Suryakumar Yadav Makes Big Revelation

"Naseem Shah Is Better Than Jasprit Bumrah": Pakistan Fast Bowler Makes Shocking Claim

"Knew Rishabh Pant Was In Pain": Sarfaraz Khan On Viral 'Mix-Up' Moment During 1st Test vs New Zealand

Watch: India's Abhishek Sharma Gets Fiery Send Off From Pakistan Star During Emerging Teams Asia Cup Match, Does This In Reply

India vs New Zealand Live, 1st Test, Day 5: Rain To Help India's Cause vs NZ In Bengaluru?

Ex-Pakistan Skipper Mohammad Hafeez Drops 'PR Agencies' Bombshell After Massive Win Against England