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New Zealand Ends India’s 12-Year Unbeaten Home Test Streak With 2-0 Series Victory

New Zealand clinched a historic 2-0 series win against India, ending India’s 12-year unbeaten streak in home Test series. The 113-run victory at the MCA Stadium on Saturday marked India’s first home series defeat since 2012, when Alastair Cook’s England squad beat India 2-1.

First Test Sets the Tone for New Zealand’s Win

The series opener in Bengaluru saw India dismissed for just 46 in the first innings under overcast skies, setting them under pressure. New Zealand capitalized with Rachin Ravindra’s century and crucial support from Tim Southee, overcoming India’s fightback efforts from Sarfaraz Khan and Rishabh Pant, who scored 99. Chasing 107, New Zealand secured the first victory comfortably.

Second Test Clinches Series in Pune

In Pune, New Zealand’s bowlers restricted India to 156 in the first innings, setting a 103-run lead. Skipper Tom Latham’s composed 86 built on the advantage, establishing a daunting 359-run target. Despite Yashasvi Jaiswal’s brisk start, India’s middle order collapsed, sealing New Zealand’s 2-0 series win and ending India’s reign of 18 consecutive home series wins since 2013.

Also Read: Santner’s 7-Wicket Haul And Latham’s 86 Lead New Zealand To Strong Position Over India

Ajaypal Choudhary

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