Sat Nov 02 15:28:50 UTC 2024: ## India Stumble to 28-Run Lead After Dramatic Collapse on Day 2 of Third Test
**Mumbai, India:** India’s hopes of a comfortable victory in the third Test against New Zealand took a dramatic turn on Day 2 at the Wankhede Stadium, as a late batting collapse saw them lose three wickets in quick succession. The hosts, however, managed to secure a 28-run lead after bowling New Zealand out for 171/9.
The Indian innings started promisingly with openers Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shubman Gill building a solid partnership. However, the introduction of spin bowling shifted the momentum, with Jaiswal falling victim to a risky reverse sweep. This sparked a collapse that saw night watchman Mohammed Siraj and Virat Kohli depart in quick succession, leaving India in a precarious position.
The pitch, offering assistance to the spinners, made batting challenging for India. The team’s aggressive approach against spin, combined with their tendency to collapse, proved costly.
Despite the late setback, India’s bowlers were able to exploit the conditions and restrict New Zealand to a low total. Ravindra Jadeja was the standout performer, claiming four wickets in the second innings to dismantle the Kiwi batting line-up.
With India holding a slender lead and New Zealand’s batting looking vulnerable, the match remains evenly poised. The final day promises a thrilling contest, with both teams vying for an advantage.
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