Sun Nov 03 08:24:55 UTC 2024: ## Indian Spinners Spin a Web of Wickets, Setting Up Thrilling Finish at Wankhede

**Mumbai, India:** The Wankhede Stadium witnessed a historic spectacle in the ongoing third Test between India and New Zealand, with a total of 29 wickets falling in the first two days, the most ever in the opening two days of a Test match at the venue.

Day two saw a dominant performance by Indian spinners Ravichandran Ashwin (3/63) and Ravindra Jadeja (4/52), who dismantled the New Zealand batting lineup. The Kiwis were left struggling at 171/9, with a precarious lead of just 143 runs.

Earlier in the day, India, riding on the back of Shubman Gill’s 90, Rishabh Pant’s 60, and Washington Sundar’s unbeaten 38, declared their first innings at 263, securing a 28-run lead. The Kiwi batsmen, except for Will Young (51), failed to withstand the pressure from the Indian bowlers, resulting in a dramatic collapse.

The first day saw a similar pattern of quick wickets falling, with a total of 14 wickets claimed. This record-breaking performance by the Indian bowlers has set the stage for a thrilling finish to the match. The fate of the game hinges on the upcoming sessions, with India looking to capitalize on their dominant position.

This match has etched itself into the annals of Wankhede Stadium history, surpassing the previous record of 25 wickets in the first two days, set during the 2000 Test against South Africa.

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