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Conditions were a key talking point during the first Test in Bengaluru, where Rohit Sharma's misjudgment of the pitch and weather gave New Zealand an edge. As the series moves to Pune, conditions could again play a crucial role, with drier surfaces expected. New Zealand, aiming to make history, will need to adapt and find different ways to beat India.
India faces some selection dilemmas after Sarfaraz Khan's impressive 150 in the first Test. With Shubman Gill and Rishabh Pant now fit to play, KL Rahul's spot in the team may be in question. On the bowling side, Washington Sundar's inclusion to counter New Zealand’s left-handers could mean Kuldeep Yadav might be left out. There’s also the possibility of resting Mohammed Siraj due to his average performance, with Akash Deep a potential replacement.
New Zealand, too, has selection challenges, though Kane Williamson’s injury has eased one by allowing Will Young to keep his place. However, with Pune's dry conditions, the team might consider bringing in an extra spinner. Deciding who to drop among their pacers, all of whom were crucial in Bengaluru, will be a tough call.
For India, a loss in Pune would leave them needing to win four of their remaining six Tests before the World Test Championship final, with five of those games in Australia. Securing as many wins as possible on home soil is crucial for their chances.
Squads:
India Squad: Yashasvi Jaiswal, Rohit Sharma(c), Virat Kohli, Sarfaraz Khan, Rishabh Pant(w), KL Rahul, Ravindra Jadeja, Ravichandran Ashwin, Kuldeep Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj, Shubman Gill, Washington Sundar, Axar Patel, Akash Deep, Dhruv Jurel
New Zealand Squad: Tom Latham(c), Devon Conway, Will Young, Rachin Ravindra, Daryl Mitchell, Tom Blundell(w), Glenn Phillips, Matt Henry, Tim Southee, Ajaz Patel, William ORourke, Kane Williamson, Mitchell Santner, Ish Sodhi, Mark Chapman, Jacob Duffy
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well played.
What a turnaround.. i was away for just few minutes
