Kuldeep Yadav Shines Amidst India's Historic Test Cricket Low

Kuldeep Yadav took a crucial wicket, trapping New Zealand captain Tom Latham leg-before on day two of the Test match against India. Despite this, Devon Conway's unbeaten 61 kept New Zealand ahead with a lead of 36 runs. India registered their lowest Test total at home with 46 all-out.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Bengaluru | Updated: 17-10-2024 15:04 IST | Created: 17-10-2024 15:04 IST
Kuldeep Yadav Shines Amidst India's Historic Test Cricket Low
Kuldeep Yadav

Kuldeep Yadav provided the pivotal breakthrough for India as New Zealand reached 82/1 at tea on day two of the first Test. The Kiwis extended their lead to 36 runs here on Thursday.

New Zealand captain Tom Latham fell leg-before to Kuldeep Yadav for a meager 15 runs. Meanwhile, Devon Conway powered the visitors' charge with an unbeaten 61. Partnered by Will Young, who remained at 5 not out, Conway kept New Zealand in control.

In stark contrast, India suffered a historic embarrassment, scoring just 46 in their first innings—their lowest ever total in home Test cricket. Brief scores show India trail New Zealand by 36 runs.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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