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New Zealand tour of India 2024

Former Pakistan cricketer Basit Ali wants BCCI to add Sarfaraz Khan to India's playing XI for the second Test against New Zealand. 

KL Rahul scored 12 runs in first Test match against New Zealand. 

Sarfaraz Khan scored 150 runs in first Test match against New Zealand.

Sarfaraz Khan

'KL Rahul should be rested now...': Ex-Pakistan cricketer wants Sarfaraz Khan's inclusion in India's XI ahead of second Test against New Zealand

Sanjay Manjrekar criticised Rohit for giving pacer Mohammed Siraj 7 overs while New Zealand was attempting to chase down a manageable 107 runs.

India suffer 8-wicket defeat against New Zealand.

Former Indian cricketer criticises Rohit Sharma.

Rohit Sharma in frame

Former Indian cricketer criticises Rohit Sharma's tactical ability in IND vs NZ 1st Test

Despite suffering a knee injury on the second day of the Test match, Pant managed to score 99 runs.

Rishabh Pant suffered a knee injury during Bengaluru Test.

Rohit Sharma makes big remark on the injury.

Rishabh Pant in frame

'Game will test your limits, knock you down': Rishabh Pant reacts to Bengaluru loss after Rohit Sharma makes massive remark on his injury

Pune will host the second Test. In preparation for the second Test, India might want to alter the lineup a little.

Possible changes in India line-up for second Test.

Gautam Gambhir and Rohit Sharma in frame

Possible changes Rohit Sharma, Gautam Gambhir can make in playing XI for 2nd Test after thumping loss in Bengaluru

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Rohit Sharma said that Rishabh Pant was not comfortable running during the match and they've got to be extra careful with him.

Rohit Sharma's big remark on Rishabh Pant's injury.

Rishabh Pant to miss 2nd Test against New Zealand? Rohit Sharma's massive remark on wicket-keeper's leg injury sparks speculations

IND vs NZ 1st Test: Tom Latham-led New Zealand created history as they won their first Test match on Indian soil after a long gap of 36 years. 

New Zealand humbled India at home with an eight-wicket win in Bengaluru.

New Zealand ended the drought of wins in red-ball format on Indian soil.

Rachin Ravindra and Will Young after chasing down the target of 107 in Bengaluru

Ravindra Jadeja, Rachin Ravindra, Will Young

New Zealand become first visiting team in 21st century to achieve this run chase record on Indian soil

Indian captain Rohit Sharma was strict on his words and said whoever gets an opportunity will have to try and make an impact for the side.

Rohit Sharma's strict warning after the match.

'Not a person who talks a lot after matches': Rohit Sharma gives stern warning to Indian players, makes massive remark on Shubman Gill and Sarfaraz Khan

Tom Latham revealed that he was about to make the same mistake as Rohit Sharma but he was able to avoid it thanks to the Indian skipper.

New Zealand beat India by 8 wickets.

Tom Latham makes shocking revelation after the match.

Rohit Sharma and Tom Latham in frame

New Zealand captain Tom Latham reveals he was about to make same mistake as Rohit Sharma but Indian captain saved him

In the current WTC cycle, New Zealand has played nine Test matches, winning just four and losing five.

They make big jump in WTC points table.

New Zealand beat India by 8 wickets

WTC Points Table: New Zealand make big jump in standing by winning Bengaluru Test, check India's position after 8 wickets loss

Rachin Ravindra starred with a century in the first innings as New Zealand beat India by eight wickets to end their win through on Indian soil.

Sarfaraz Khan scored his maiden Test century in a losing cause.

Rachin Ravindra starred with a 134-run knock in first innings and unbeaten 39 in run chase.

Ravindra Jadeja and Sarfaraz Khan of India check in on William Young of New Zealand during day five of the First Test match between India and New Zealand at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium 

Ravindra Jadeja and Sarfaraz Khan

IND vs NZ: New Zealand script history with first Test win on Indian soil after 36 years; Sarfaraz Khan, Rishabh Pant's rescue knocks go in vain

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IND vs AUS 1st Test: Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood scored crucial runs to get Australia past the 100-run mark after Alex Carey was dismissed early by Jasprit Bumrah.

Harshit Rana took two wickets in Day 2's first session.

Mitchell Starc faced 112 balls to score 26 runs. 

Jasprit Bumrah bagged his first fifer in Perth. 

Harshit Rana of India celebrates taking the wicket of Mitchell Starc of Australia for 26 runs during day two of the First Test match at Perth Stadium on November 23, 2024.

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IND vs AUS: Mitchell Starc and Harshit Rana were involved in a banter on Day 2 of the Perth Test after the debutant bowled a fiesty short delivery.

Harshit Rana got the wicket of Nathan Lyon in first session of Day 2.

Mitchell Starc reminded Rana that he bowls faster than him.

Rana's bouncer hit Starc on the helmet after the banter between the two. 

Mitchell Starc, Harshit Rana involved in banter on Day 2 of Perth Test.

Mitchell Starc, Harshit Rana

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There is a contingency plan in place if Pakistan Cricket Board refuses to adopt the hybrid model for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.

PCB has refused to adopt hybrid model for ICC Champions Trophy 2025 so far.

PCB wants to host the entirety of Champions Trophy 2025 in Pakistan.

Three venues are being prepared for the mega tournament. 

Babar Azam captain of Pakistan (R) Rohit Sharma captain of India (2R) /Hardik Pandya (C) and Mohammad Rizwan during the Asia Cup Super Four match at R. Premadasa Stadium on September 10, 2023 in Colombo, Sri Lanka. 

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BCCI changes IPL 2025 mega auction's start time to avoid overlapping with Border-Gavaskar Trophy's Perth Test

Pakistan Cricket Board has appointed former captain Azhar Ali as Head of Youth Development

PCB has appointed former captain Azhar Ali as Pakistan's Head of Youth Development

Azhar's appointment came after Pakistan team's crushing 0-3 T20I series defeat against Australia

File Photo: Former Pakistani cricketers Shahid Afridi (L) and Azhar Ali in this frame

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1st Test, M.Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru

'KL Rahul should be rested now...': Ex-Pakistan cricketer wants Sarfaraz Khan's inclusion in India's XI ahead of second Test against New Zealand

Match Details

New Zealand tour of India, 2024

Wed 16 October, 09:30:00 IST

India, who chose to bat

M.Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru

Team Details

Team Form (Last 5 Matches)

Head To Head ( Last 5 Matches )

New Zealand in India, 3 Test Series, 2024 On Nov 01

IND
263 (59.4 ov) & 121 (29.1 ov)

NZ
235 (65.4 ov) & 174 (45.5 ov)

New Zealand beat India by 25 runs

New Zealand in India, 3 Test Series, 2024 On Oct 24

IND
156 (45.3 ov) & 245 (60.2 ov)

NZ
259 (79.1 ov) & 255 (69.4 ov)

New Zealand beat India by 113 runs

ICC Cricket World Cup, 2023 On Nov 15

IND
397/4 (50.0 ov)

NZ
327 (48.5 ov)

India beat New Zealand by 70 runs

Umpires

Umpire
Michael Gough (ENG), Paul Reiffel (AUS) and Richard Illingworth (ENG)

Referee
David Boon (AUS)

News updates

'KL Rahul should be rested now...': Ex-Pakistan cricketer wants Sarfaraz Khan's inclusion in India's XI ahead of second Test against New Zealand

Former Indian cricketer criticises Rohit Sharma's tactical ability in IND vs NZ 1st Test

'Game will test your limits, knock you down': Rishabh Pant reacts to Bengaluru loss after Rohit Sharma makes massive remark on his injury

Possible changes Rohit Sharma, Gautam Gambhir can make in playing XI for 2nd Test after thumping loss in Bengaluru

Rishabh Pant to miss 2nd Test against New Zealand? Rohit Sharma's massive remark on wicket-keeper's leg injury sparks speculations

New Zealand become first visiting team in 21st century to achieve this run chase record on Indian soil

'Not a person who talks a lot after matches': Rohit Sharma gives stern warning to Indian players, makes massive remark on Shubman Gill and Sarfaraz Khan

New Zealand captain Tom Latham reveals he was about to make same mistake as Rohit Sharma but Indian captain saved him

WTC Points Table: New Zealand make big jump in standing by winning Bengaluru Test, check India's position after 8 wickets loss

IND vs NZ: New Zealand script history with first Test win on Indian soil after 36 years; Sarfaraz Khan, Rishabh Pant's rescue knocks go in vain

India vs New Zealand Match Stats

1st Test, M.Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru

'KL Rahul should be rested now...': Ex-Pakistan cricketer wants Sarfaraz Khan's inclusion in India's XI ahead of second Test against New Zealand

Match Details

New Zealand tour of India, 2024

Wed 16 October, 09:30:00 IST

India, who chose to bat

M.Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru

Team Details

Team Form (Last 5 Matches)

Head To Head ( Last 5 Matches )

New Zealand in India, 3 Test Series, 2024 On Nov 01

IND263 (59.4 ov) & 121 (29.1 ov)

NZ235 (65.4 ov) & 174 (45.5 ov)

New Zealand beat India by 25 runs

New Zealand in India, 3 Test Series, 2024 On Oct 24

IND156 (45.3 ov) & 245 (60.2 ov)

NZ259 (79.1 ov) & 255 (69.4 ov)

New Zealand beat India by 113 runs

ICC Cricket World Cup, 2023 On Nov 15

IND397/4 (50.0 ov)

NZ327 (48.5 ov)

India beat New Zealand by 70 runs

Umpires

UmpireMichael Gough (ENG), Paul Reiffel (AUS) and Richard Illingworth (ENG)

RefereeDavid Boon (AUS)

News updates

'KL Rahul should be rested now...': Ex-Pakistan cricketer wants Sarfaraz Khan's inclusion in India's XI ahead of second Test against New Zealand

Former Indian cricketer criticises Rohit Sharma's tactical ability in IND vs NZ 1st Test

'Game will test your limits, knock you down': Rishabh Pant reacts to Bengaluru loss after Rohit Sharma makes massive remark on his injury

Possible changes Rohit Sharma, Gautam Gambhir can make in playing XI for 2nd Test after thumping loss in Bengaluru

Rishabh Pant to miss 2nd Test against New Zealand? Rohit Sharma's massive remark on wicket-keeper's leg injury sparks speculations

New Zealand become first visiting team in 21st century to achieve this run chase record on Indian soil

'Not a person who talks a lot after matches': Rohit Sharma gives stern warning to Indian players, makes massive remark on Shubman Gill and Sarfaraz Khan

New Zealand captain Tom Latham reveals he was about to make same mistake as Rohit Sharma but Indian captain saved him

WTC Points Table: New Zealand make big jump in standing by winning Bengaluru Test, check India's position after 8 wickets loss

IND vs NZ: New Zealand script history with first Test win on Indian soil after 36 years; Sarfaraz Khan, Rishabh Pant's rescue knocks go in vain

IND
263 (59.4 ov) & 121 (29.1 ov)

NZ
235 (65.4 ov) & 174 (45.5 ov)

IND
156 (45.3 ov) & 245 (60.2 ov)

NZ
259 (79.1 ov) & 255 (69.4 ov)

IND
397/4 (50.0 ov)

NZ
327 (48.5 ov)

Umpire
Michael Gough (ENG), Paul Reiffel (AUS) and Richard Illingworth (ENG)

Referee
David Boon (AUS)