Sun Nov 03 05:00:00 UTC 2024: ## India Stumble in Chase, Need 96 Runs to Win Against New Zealand
**MUMBAI, INDIA** – India face a challenging task on day three of the third Test against New Zealand, needing 96 runs to win after losing half their side for just 51 runs.
Ajaz Patel was the architect of India’s early woes, picking up three wickets to derail their chase of a tricky 147-run target. The Indian batting crumbled, losing their first five wickets in just 41 balls, the earliest point at which they’ve suffered this fate in a Test innings this century.
Rishabh Pant, with a quick-fire 20, provided some hope for India, but a strong partnership is needed to turn the tide.
Earlier, Ravindra Jadeja starred with a 10-wicket haul, taking his second five-wicket haul of the match to bowl out New Zealand for 174. He became only the second Indian bowler to achieve this feat against New Zealand, after R Ashwin.
The turning pitch at Wankhede Stadium continues to play a significant role, offering sharp turn and making batting a challenging endeavor.
If India can overcome the challenge of this challenging chase, they will salvage a win in the series. However, the pressure is on, with the team needing a strong performance to avoid a 3-0 whitewash.
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