Sun Nov 03 10:12:50 UTC 2024: ## India’s Test Hopes Dented as Rohit, Kohli Fail Again in New Zealand Loss

**Wellington, New Zealand:** India’s hopes of winning the third and final Test against New Zealand suffered a dramatic blow on Day 3, as veteran batsmen Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli failed to deliver once again, leading to a disappointing collapse.

Chasing a modest 148 target, India’s batting order crumbled under pressure, leaving fans and experts questioning the future of their two stalwarts.

Rohit, who struggled in the first innings, was dismissed cheaply by Glenn Phillips. Kohli, meanwhile, continued to struggle against left-arm spin, eventually falling victim to a run-out in the closing stages of the day.

Social media erupted with criticism, with fans calling for the retirement of both players and urging the team to give opportunities to promising youngsters like Sai Sudharsan and Abhimanyu Easwaran.

Former Indian cricketers also joined the chorus of disapproval. Mohammad Kaif pointed out Kohli’s recent errors, highlighting the need for change if India is to achieve its goal of reaching the World Test Championship final.

Anil Kumble, a former India captain, expressed similar concerns, calling the repeated failures a “concern” and emphasizing the importance of consistency.

The disappointing performance adds to India’s worries ahead of the crucial Border-Gavaskar Trophy series against Australia later this month. The team’s reliance on their experienced players has come under scrutiny, with many calling for a fresh approach to ensure success in the upcoming series.

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