Fri Oct 25 06:58:20 UTC 2024: **Summary of the Article:**
– In the second Test match against New Zealand, Indian batsmen struggled against the spin bowlers.
– By lunchtime on the first day, India scored only 107 runs, losing 7 wickets in 38 overs.
– Indian top-order faltered notably, with Virat Kohli scoring just 1 run, Shubman Gill 30 runs, and Rishabh Pant 18 runs.
– Santner and Glenn Phillips of New Zealand excelled in bowling, with Santner taking 4 wickets and Phillips 2.
– India’s innings faced difficulties, particularly on a pitch favorable for spin.
– New Zealand had previously scored 259 runs in their first innings, leaving India 152 runs behind.
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