Fri Oct 18 10:14:53 UTC 2024: ## India’s Lowest Test Score Creates History: Could New Zealand End 36-Year Drought?
**Bengaluru, India:** The second day of the first Test match between India and New Zealand saw a shocking turn of events, with India collapsing to their lowest ever Test score on home soil – a paltry 46 runs. This historic low has opened up a unique opportunity for New Zealand, who haven’t won a Test match in India since 1988.
The catalyst for this potential historical shift lies with Indian captain Rohit Sharma’s decision to bat first after winning the toss. His gamble backfired spectacularly, leading to a disastrous performance by the Indian batting lineup. Rohit himself admitted to misjudging the pitch conditions.
This poor performance by India has given New Zealand a golden opportunity to break their 36-year winless streak in India. The last time they achieved victory on Indian soil was in a Test match played at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai.
While there is still plenty of cricket left in the Test match, the current situation paints a bleak picture for India. If New Zealand manages to secure victory, it would be a landmark achievement and a devastating blow to India’s morale.
For India’s head coach, Gautam Gambhir, this match could be a defining moment in his coaching career.
The fate of the match, and the chance for New Zealand to rewrite history, hangs in the balance. It remains to be seen if India can recover from their catastrophic start and avoid a historic defeat.
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