Jadeja's Spin Magic Halts New Zealand's Charge at Wankhede

Ravindra Jadeja's spin masterclass disrupted New Zealand's innings on Day 1 of the third Test match at Wankhede Stadium. Daryl Mitchell spearheaded the visitors' efforts with a half-century, but Jadeja's three-wicket haul against key batsmen shifted the momentum in India's favor by the end of the day.

New Zealand's Daryl Mitchell showcased a resilient performance on the opening day of the third Test against India, held at Wankhede Stadium. As the visitors struggled against the spin prowess of Ravindra Jadeja, Mitchell's determination shone through with an impressive unbeaten 53, aiding New Zealand to reach 192/6 at Tea.

Throughout the day, Mitchell, alongside Will Young, employed a series of sweep and reverse sweep shots, unsettling the Indian side. However, the Indian camp found solace in Jadeja's expertise. The left-arm spinner turned the tide in the 45th over, crucially dismissing Young after a formidable 87-run partnership.

Earlier, New Zealand opted to bat but faced early hurdles when Akash Deep dismissed Devon Conway for four. Tom Latham and Young initially stabilized the innings, though Washington Sundar later made inroads. Despite the initial challenges, New Zealand aimed to surpass the 300-run mark, with Mitchell leading the charge.

(With inputs from agencies.)