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Ind vs NZ: Latham, Santner shine as NZ takes 301-run lead

NZ takes 301 runs lead

Pune: Riding on Tom Latham's 86 runs knock and Mitchell Santner's 7 wicket haul, New Zealand took 301 runs lead against India on Day two in the second Test match being played in Pune. 

At stumps, Glenn Phillips (9*) & Tom Blundell (30*) were at the crease while New Zealand reached 198/5 in 53 overs. 

Washington Sundar

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For India, spinner Washington Sundar has taken 4 wickets, taking his match tally to 11. 

For visitors, skipper Tom Latham scored 86 while Tom Blundell added 30 runs to the team tally. 

India bundled out for 156

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Earlier in the day, home side was bundled out for 156 runs in their first innings, giving the Tom Latham-led side a crucial first-innings lead of 103 runs. For New Zealand, Santner took 7 wickets while Glenn Phillips took 2 wickets. 

In their first innings, New Zealand scored 256 runs. 

NZ takes 301 runs lead against Ind

India haven't lost a Test series at home since 2012. But now, their unbeaten record is under threat with Kiwis are in driving seat after winning Bengaluru Test. 
 

 

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