Sports News of Saturday, 26 October 2024
Source: BBC
New Zealand achieved a landmark first Test series victory in India, securing a 113-run win in the second Test, which concluded the hosts' 12-year unbeaten streak.
This success in Pune grants the Black Caps a decisive 2-0 lead in the three-match series, effectively ending India's impressive run of 18 consecutive home series victories since England, led by Alastair Cook, claimed a notable 2-1 win in December 2012.
After New Zealand was dismissed for 255 on the third morning, India faced a target of 359 to preserve their esteemed unbeaten home record.