Fri Oct 18 09:52:10 UTC 2024: ## New Zealand Dominates Day 3 in Bengaluru Test, Ajaz Patel Breaks India’s Resistance
**Bengaluru, India:** New Zealand continued their dominant performance on Day 3 of the first Test against India in Bengaluru, taking a commanding lead of 356 runs. After dismissing India for a paltry 46 runs on Day 2, the Kiwis piled on the runs, reaching 402 before declaring their innings.
The highlight of the day was Rachin Ravindra’s powerful knock of 134 runs, his maiden Test century. Devon Conway also chipped in with a solid 91, while Tim Southee contributed a valuable 65. For India, Kuldeep Yadav and Ravindra Jadeja were the pick of the bowlers, taking three wickets each.
Ajaz Patel provided the crucial breakthrough for New Zealand on Day 3, dismissing Yashasvi Jaiswal for 35. India skipper Rohit Sharma is now joined by Virat Kohli at the crease, with the duo hoping to build a solid partnership and salvage something from the day.
New Zealand will be looking to further extend their lead on Day 4, aiming for a comprehensive victory in the opening Test.
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