Sun Sep 22 09:50:52 UTC 2024: ## Ashwin’s Century and Six-Wicket Haul Give India 1-0 Lead Against New Zealand
**Chennai, India:** India secured a commanding 1-0 lead in the two-match Test series against New Zealand, thanks to a sensational performance by veteran off-spinner R Ashwin.
In the second session of Day 4, Ashwin followed up his impressive century with a six-wicket haul, leaving New Zealand needing 161 runs to win.
Ashwin’s double act of a century and six wickets reinforces his dominance at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. This incredible performance further solidifies his status as a legend in Indian cricket.
Meanwhile, Indian wicketkeeper-batsman Rishabh Pant expressed his joy at returning to the Test format, stating, “Coming back to Test cricket, where I belong most, is great.”
The final day of the match promises to be exciting as New Zealand fight to avoid a series defeat.
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