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Virat Kohli and Sarfaraz Khan Shine as India Fights Back

Day 3 of the India vs New Zealand 1st Test in Bengaluru saw a run-fest, with 453 runs scored. India responded strongly to New Zealand’s imposing 356-run lead, set up by Rachin Ravindra’s brilliant century and a counterattacking knock from Tim Southee. The pressure was on after India’s disappointing first innings, which totaled just 46 runs.

Openers Rohit Sharma and Yashasvi Jaiswal gave India a solid start, adding 72 runs for the first wicket. Rohit looked set for a big score but was dismissed for 52 by Ajaz Patel. However, the highlight of the day was a superb 136-run partnership between Virat Kohli and Sarfaraz Khan, which helped India regain momentum and lift spirits in the camp. Kohli was dismissed for 70 on the day’s final ball, but India ended Day 3 at 231/3 in 49 overs, still trailing New Zealand.

Key Moments of Day 3:

  • Rachin Ravindra’s sublime century for New Zealand.
  • Rohit Sharma’s 52-run knock before being dismissed by Ajaz Patel.
  • The Virat Kohli-Sarfaraz Khan 136-run partnership that revived India’s chances.

With Sarfaraz Khan still at the crease, India will look to build on this foundation and continue their fightback on Day 4.

Image Credits: India Today

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