The first Test between India and New Zealand faced another rain interruption on Day 4. India currently trails by 12 runs, but Sarfaraz Khan and Rishabh Pant are at the crease, batting on 125 and 53, respectively. The team hopes the rain will pass soon so play can resume.
The drainage system at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium is excellent, allowing for quick ground readiness once the rain stops. While there is a 60% chance of showers throughout the day, the match is progressing in an intriguing direction, and fans are eager to see the players return to the field. Match officials have opted for an early lunch due to the weather.
Sarfaraz and Pant’s Aggressive Counterattack
India began Day 4 at 231 for 3, and the duo quickly closed the deficit, batting aggressively in the morning session. The pitch looks excellent for batting, and India aims to score quickly and set a lead of around 300 runs before giving New Zealand another chance to bat.
With Sarfaraz at 125 and Pant on 53, India appears well-positioned for a strong second innings, with KL Rahul, Ravindra Jadeja, and Ravichandran Ashwin still to come. Conversely, New Zealand will be eager to break the partnership and limit India’s score, as rain is cutting into valuable time. The Kiwis hold a great opportunity to secure their first Test win in India since 1988 after a dominant first innings performance, where they dismissed India for just 46 and took a 356-run lead.
Overall, the match is finely poised for a thrilling finish, and if the rain holds off, it could become a memorable encounter.
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