Ajaz Patel’s Late Strikes Leave India Struggling After Jadeja’s Five-Wicket Haul
Ravindra Jadeja produced a stellar performance with the ball, claiming 5 wickets to help bowl New Zealand out for 235 on the opening day of the third Test in Mumbai. Jadeja’s 14th Test five-wicket haul was crucial, as he bowled 22 consecutive overs in the oppressive heat, with the pitch offering variable turn. He was ably supported by Washington Sundar, who took 4 wickets, including a brilliant spell that saw New Zealand slump from 159 for 3 to 235 all out.
However, India’s reply got off to a shaky start. Despite a strong 53-run partnership between Shubman Gill and Yashasvi Jaiswal, the hosts were reduced to 86 for 4 by stumps, trailing New Zealand by 149 runs. Ajaz Patel struck twice in the final two overs of the day, dismissing Jaiswal and Mohammed Siraj, while Virat Kohli was run out in an unfortunate moment of indecision.
Daryl Mitchell and Will Young had earlier steadied the New Zealand innings, with both scoring half-centuries, but their efforts were ultimately undone by Jadeja’s relentless accuracy. India, still facing a difficult chase, will be looking to recover on the second day, but the late collapse left them with much work to do.
Updated on 1st November, 2024 by MyFortune11