Thu Oct 24 10:40:00 UTC 2024: – During Day 1 of the second Test match between India and New Zealand in Pune, Sarfaraz Khan and Virat Kohli successfully convinced captain Rohit Sharma to use the DRS review, leading to the dismissal of New Zealand’s Will Young.
– Young was caught down leg side off Ravichandran Ashwin’s bowling, but there was initial uncertainty about the appeal. Sarfaraz passionately urged Rohit to trust his judgment, saying, “Mujh par bharosa karo” (put your trust in me).
– The review revealed a spike on ultra-edge, confirming Young’s dismissal for 18 runs.
– Former New Zealand fast bowler Simon Doull praised Sarfaraz’s conviction during the appeal.
– In the match, Ravichandran Ashwin took two wickets, while Devon Conway’s unbeaten 47 helped New Zealand reach 92/2 at lunch.
– The morning session was competitive, with a mix of spin bowling from Ashwin, Ravindra Jadeja, and Washington Sundar, taking advantage of the slow pitch.
– Captain Tom Latham was dismissed early by Ashwin for 15 runs, while Conway and Young formed a 44-run partnership until Young’s dismissal.
– The Indian team is expected to apply more pressure on New Zealand’s remaining batsmen in the upcoming sessions, potentially leveraging spin and reverse swing opportunities.

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