When Ajaz became a lone soldier in the New Zealand line-up, India’s response was a collective attack. The New Zealand batsmen were struggling to cope with the onslaught of Indian bowlers.
It was Siraj’s performance that took the Kiwis to the brink of collapse as they chased down the Indian score. Siraj stunned New Zealand by dismissing Tom Latham (10), Will Young (4) and Ross Taylor (1). Siraj’s start was seen as being taken over by other Indian bowlers. It was Ashwin’s turn after Siraj. Ashwin, who took one wicket in the first innings, took two wickets in the next over to keep the Kiwis at bay. India have taken eight Kiwis wickets so far. Ashwin and Siraj took six wickets each while Akshar Patel and Jayant Yadav took two more wickets.
Ajaz wins Perfect Ten; India on Mayank’s century; India were bowled out for 325 in the first innings
India were bowled out for 325 in the first innings of the second Test by New Zealand ‘Mumbai’ spinner Ajaz Patel. The Mumbai-born spinner also won the toss and elected to field. Ajax, who took 10 wickets for 119 runs in 47.5 overs, became only the third player in Test history to take 10 wickets in an innings.
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Ajaz took 10 wickets while Mayank Agarwal led the Indian innings with 150 runs. Akshar Patel, who scored a half-century, also gave Mayank excellent support.
Summary : New Zealand Staring at Follow On as they lose 8 wickets within scroing 60 runs
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