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Watch: Unseen Footage Of Dejected Rishabh Pant After Controversial Dismissal Breaks Fans' Hearts

As Team India's batting order crumbled against New Zealand's spin attack in Wankhede, Rishabh Pant carried the team's slender hopes of a consolation win solely on his shoulders. The wicket-keeper batter's fighting fifty gave Rohit Sharma and his side the hope of getting something out of the series before his controversial dismissal left everyone stunned. After New Zealand opted to put DRS into use, challenging the on-field umpire's decision, the eventual call went in the touring side's favour.

"Need To Take Full Responsibility": Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma Sent Big 'Bad Form' Warning

Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli's barren run with the bat has been a major cause for concern for Team India, as they slumped to a humiliating 0-3 home series whitewash at the hands of New Zealand. Rohit has scored only 133 runs in his last 10 Test innings, while Kohli hasn't fared much better, scoring 192. Former India cricketer Pragyan Ojha emphasised the need for the experienced batters to take responsibility, following India's unsuccessful chase of a low target of 146.

"Know The Feeling Of Running Drinks": New Zealand Batter Will Young After Clean Sweep vs India

Replacing a player of Kane Williamson's stature can be a daunting task but Will Young, who played a pivotal role in New Zealand's historic 3-0 Test series win in India, saw it as an opportunity to create his own mark after "running the drinks" as a reserve batter for four years. If New Zealand's batting appeared thin with Williamson not making it to India for the first Test in Bengaluru due to injury, the 31-year-old Young banished any such doubts with his unbeaten 48 as the Kiwis hammered the hosts by eight wickets.

Rohit Sharma's Ex-Teammate Breaks Down Form Decline, Says "Needs To Go Back To..."

Rohit Sharma's form and batting technique has come under immense scrutiny from ex-cricketers and cricket pundits, particularly after India collapsed to a 3-0 series whitewash defeat to New Zealand under his leadership. Rohit has managed only 133 runs in his previous 10 Test innings, and this has caused experts to analyse where Rohit is going wrong. While Rohit's aggressive approach has become a regular part of his game nowadays, Rohit's former teammate Dinesh Karthik felt that he needs to get out of that comfort zone and hold back playing big shots in Test cricket.

"If There Was No Conclusive Evidence...": Rohit Sharma's Fiery Take On Rishabh Pant Dismissal Row

India suffered a 25-run defeat at the hands of New Zealand in the third and final Test of the series on Sunday, incurring an embarrassing 0-3 series sweep. However, it all could've ended a little differently for India had Rishabh Pant managed to stay on the pitch for a few more overs. Pant, the only batter to withstand New Zealand's spin attack on Day 3 of the third Test in Mumbai, was dismissed in a manner that left many experts of the game scratching their heads.

How Can India Qualify For World Test Championship Final After 0-3 Series Whitewash vs New Zealand?

India lost their top position in the World Test Championship standings, slipping to second place after suffering an embarrassing home series defeat to New Zealand on Sunday. India lost to New Zealand by 25 runs in the third and final Test in Mumbai resulting in a 0-3 whitewash, their first in a home Test series since South Africa's 2-0 win in 1999-2000. This was also for the first time India have been swept 0-3 in in a home series. It was India's fifth loss in the ongoing WTC cycle, causing a significant drop in their points percentage (PCT), which fell from 62.82 to 58.33. India thus dropped to the second spot behind reigning champions Australia, who have regained the top spot with a PCT of 62.50.

Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli's Catastrophic Form Exposed As Harsha Bhogle Drops Stats Bomb

Team India's stalwarts tasted dirt once again as New Zealand spinners ran riot in the second innings of the Wankhede Test. Chasing a target of 147 runs to win the third and final match of the series, India lost half of their team for just 29 runs. There were huge expectations from the likes of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma to bail out the team and earn a consolation win. Both fell prey to the tricky of New Zealand spinners on Sunday.

BCCI To Take Big Step On Gautam Gambhir's 'Selector' Role After Poor Start: Report

Unprecedented series defeats against Sri Lanka and New Zealand have placed Gautam Gambhir under immense pressure barely three months into his appointment as the head coach of the Indian team. He was appointed to the top post amid much fanfare and was also given a rare seat at the selection committee meeting for the tour of Australia. However, his initial report card clearly suggests things aren't looking good for the former India opener. Unless there is a remarkable turnaround Down Under, Gambhir, who was given a free hand in selection matters, may not have as much say in issues concerning the team in the coming times.

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Watch: Unseen Footage Of Dejected Rishabh Pant After Controversial Dismissal Breaks Fans' Hearts

"Need To Take Full Responsibility": Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma Sent Big 'Bad Form' Warning

"Know The Feeling Of Running Drinks": New Zealand Batter Will Young After Clean Sweep vs India

Rohit Sharma's Ex-Teammate Breaks Down Form Decline, Says "Needs To Go Back To..."

"If There Was No Conclusive Evidence...": Rohit Sharma's Fiery Take On Rishabh Pant Dismissal Row

How Can India Qualify For World Test Championship Final After 0-3 Series Whitewash vs New Zealand?

Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli's Catastrophic Form Exposed As Harsha Bhogle Drops Stats Bomb

BCCI To Take Big Step On Gautam Gambhir's 'Selector' Role After Poor Start: Report