The legendary Virat Kohli of India was bizarrely dismissed during the second Test match against New Zealand at Pune’s MCA Stadium. When Virat Kohli tried to sweep Mitchell Santner, he missed a complete toss. After New Zealand scored 259 runs in the first inning, the wicket left India reeling at 56-3. The Kiwi bowlers are making the most of the circumstances, and the surface is providing the spinners quite a lot of assistance.

Shubman Gill and Yashasvi Jaiswal were at the crease as India started the day at 16-1. Before Santner caught Gill LBW, the two played carefully and led India to 50. Virat Kohli was removed for only one run in the first Test after playing a superb effort of 70 in the second innings, raising many hopes. As he made his way back to the dressing room, Kohli was clearly dissatisfied with his choice of shots.

India is still behind New Zealand by 198 runs, which seems like a lot of runs considering the wicket’s current performance. Now, it will be up to Sarfaraz Khan and Rishabh Pant, the heroes of India’s incredible comeback in the first Test, and Yashasvi Jaiswal, who is a solid creasekeeper. The guys scored 150 and 99, respectively, during their fantastic Bengaluru excursion.

To avoid losing the series, India must win the second Test. They are also vying for important World Test Championship (WTC) points. India’s prospects of making it to the WTC final have been harmed by the loss in the first Test. To maintain their hopes, India must defeat New Zealand in the two Test matches. To advance to the final, they would also need to secure at least two draws and two victories in Australia. India would be in serious danger if they lose the second Test or if the match finishes in a tie, which seems doubtful.