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Naveen, Ashu star in Delhi's 41-37 victory in Pro Kabaddi League Season 11 clash in Hyderabad

Despite losing the first two Tests against New Zealand, India remains at the top with 98 points from 13 matches, while Australia follows in second with 90 points. However, India’s points percentage fell to 62.82 after their first home series loss in over a decade, with Australia close behind at 62.50.

If the hosts endured their first defeat after 18 consecutive Test series victories, New Zealand celebrated their first ever series-victory on the Indian soil in nearly 70 years.

The hosts need 278 more runs to level the three-match series 1-1. Yashasvi Jaiswal (46 not out) and Shubman Gill (22 not out) at crease

Resuming at 198 for five, the Kiwis lost their remaining five wickets for 57 runs in an hour into the first session itself

Mohammed Shami is not part of the squad while left-arm wrist spinner Kuldeep Yadav has been advised long-term rehabilitation for his groin injury

Following Washington Sundar's impressive 7-59 performance against New Zealand, it was Mitchell Santner's turn to dominate the Indian batsmen on a spin-friendly pitch. Santner showcased a remarkable display of pace variation, line, length, flight, and dip, claiming his first five-wicket haul in Tests after bowling 17.3 consecutive overs. He received solid support from Glenn Phillips, who took 2 wickets for 26 runs, while the Indian batsmen's rash shot selection and lack of determination further contributed to their downfall.

After India fell behind by 103 runs, it was no surprise that they opened with spin from both ends. However, New Zealand maintained a positive batting approach, taking singles to keep the scoreboard ticking, effectively using their footwork, and capitalizing on any opportunities for boundaries.

The day after Washington Sundar dismantled New Zealand, Santner took center stage, tormenting the Indian batters with a masterful display of pace variation, line and length, flight, and dip. Bowling tirelessly from the commentary box end, he claimed his maiden five-wicket haul in Tests.

The McLaren driver entered a thrilling, wheel-to-wheel battle with Verstappen beginning at Turn 1 on the opening lap. Although Norris initially had the upper hand, Verstappen quickly countered using a different tire strategy, leading to an intense fight for the final podium position.

The biggest shock arrived in the 24th over when their batting superstar Virat Kohli missed a juicy full-toss from Mitchell Santner to be cleaned up for a nine-ball 1

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With Vinay Naveen and Shivam Patare playing starring roles, the Haryana Steelers won the contest 37-25 at the GMCB Indoor Stadium

Sundar, who joined India's squad for the remainder of the series on Sunday as a replacement for Kuldeep Yadav, quickly showcased his skills in the game. He claimed his first wicket of the day by dismissing last match's centurion Rachin Ravindra (65), breaking the fourth-wicket partnership with Daryl Mitchell before demonstrating his exceptional spin bowling.

Off-spin all-rounder Washington Sundar justified his selection in the playing eleven at the expense of Kuldeep Yadav through picking career-best figures of 7-59 in his 23.1 overs as New Zealand were bowled for 259

Picked in the playing eleven ahead of Kuldeep Yadav, Washington repaid the faith shown in him by the team management with career-best figures in his fifth Test.

Resuming at 92/2 after lunch, Devon Conway reached his fifty with a sharp cover drive off Jasprit Bumrah. He then took advantage of Bumrah's wide deliveries, punching off the back foot and using a late bat angle to hit consecutive boundaries.

Ashwin achieved the milestone in the opening session of Day 1 after dismissing New Zealand captain Tom Latham, opener Will Young

Devon Conway looked assured against a three-pronged Indian spin attack to reach 47 not out with Rachin Ravindra batting on five at other end

Mohammed Siraj gets that new ball to talk and when he presents that seam upright, he gets it shape away, says the former Australian pacer

I have a lot of great memories winning seven titles there and hope to be back with you next year, says the player

Mohammed Siraj, KL Rahul and Kuldeep Yadav made way for Akash Deep, Washington Sundar and Shubman Gill

She explained that during that time, speaking out could have jeopardized her career, so she focused on her training and competing internationally, despite the difficult environment.

New Zealand all-rounder Rachin Ravindra enters top 20 list in the same category