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Day 2 of the first Test match between India and New Zealand in Bengaluru was a day to forget for the hosts. India’s batting lineup was completely dismantled by the New Zealand bowlers, resulting in their lowest-ever total in a home Test match – a paltry 46 runs. Indian batting collapse was a bitter pill to swallow for the fans, who had been anticipating a thrilling contest between two strong cricketing nations.
Rohit Sharma’s outburst on Sarfaraz Khan
The day was further marred by a public display of frustration from Indian captain Rohit Sharma. During a particularly tense moment, Rohit was seen shouting at teammate Sarfaraz Khan for being out of position while fielding. The incident highlighted the growing pressure within the Indian team, who were desperately trying to turn the tide of the match.
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Here’s the video:
Rohit SHARMA caught on stump mic 🎙️😭
POOR CAPTAINCY BY ROHIT SHARMA#IndvsNz
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New Zealand’s dominance on Day 2
New Zealand’s bowlers, led by Tim Southee, William O’Rourke, and Matt Henry, were in exceptional form. They exploited the overcast conditions and a damp pitch to great effect, bowling India out for a paltry total. The Indian batters struggled to cope with the pace, bounce, and swing of the Kiwi bowlers, resulting in a series of early dismissals.
India’s batting collapse was a collective failure. Several key players, including Virat Kohli, Sarfaraz Khan, Ravindra Jadeja, KL Rahul, and Ravichandran Ashwin, were dismissed for ducks. The Indian middle order, which had been the backbone of their batting in recent times, failed to deliver when it mattered most.
A disastrous day of the first Test
The day ended on a disappointing note for India. With New Zealand’s batters in control on 180 for 3, the hosts were staring down the barrel of a significant first-innings trail of 134 runs and counting. The pressure is mounting on the Indian team, and they would need to produce a remarkable turnaround to salvage something from the match.
The Day 2 in Bengaluru was a setback for India, but it is important for them to regroup and learn from their mistakes. With three days still to play, there is still an opportunity for India to bounce back. The challenge for Rohit and his team would be to find a way to overcome their recent struggles and regain their confidence.
