In a disappointing turn of events for the Indian cricket team, New Zealand secured a commanding victory in the second Test match held in Pune, defeating India by 113 runs.
This win gave the Kiwis a 2-0 lead in the three-match series.
Virat Kohli’s struggle against Kiwi spinner Mitchell Santner continued, as he was dismissed for just 12 runs.
His frustration boiled over as he left the field, resulting in a viral video showing him smashing an ice box with his bat on the stairs leading to the dressing room.
The video, which quickly circulated on social media, captured Kohli's moment of rage, prompting mixed reactions from fans. While many criticised the Indian team for their dismal performance against New Zealand, others were quick to point out Kohli’s aggressive behavior.
This marks a significant setback for India, as it is the first time in 12 years that the team has lost a home Test series. In this match, India was bowled out for 245 runs while chasing a target of 359. New Zealand set the stage with 259 runs in their first innings, to which India could only reply with 156 runs. In their second innings, New Zealand scored 255 runs, leaving India with a challenging target.
In the first Test match held in Bengaluru, India had suffered an 8-wicket loss, with their first innings crumbling to just 46 runs.
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