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'Men in Blue' prepare for comeback for 2nd test match against 'Kiwis'

Christchurch (New Zealand), Feb 28 (ANI): Team India is all set to play 2nd test match against New Zealand in Christchurch. 'Men in Blue' were seen brushing up their skills ahead of the match. They were seen practicing their bowling and batting skills at the net. New Zealand defeated Team India by 10 wickets and had firm grip from the start of the match. India and New Zealand will meet for second and the final Test of the series in Christchurch from February 29.

Ind vs NZ: Trent Boult shares Kiwis' strategy ahead of 2nd test match

Christchurch (New Zealand), Feb 28 (ANI): New Zealand pacer Trent Boult spoke to mediapersons and shares his strategy ahead of second and final test match between India and Kiwis in the ongoing series. New Zealand defeated India by 10 wickets in the first test and had firm grip from the start of the match. They will meet for second and the final test of the series in Christchurch from February 29.

'Kiwis' all set to clean sweep test series against 'Men in Blue'

Christchurch (New Zealand), Feb 27 (ANI): New Zealand is all set to clean sweep the 2nd test match against Team India in Christchurch. Kiwis were seen brushing up their skills at Hagley Oval stadium. New Zealand won the first test in Wellington by 10 wickets. India, New Zealand will meet for second and the final Test of the series in Christchurch from February 29.

Ind vs NZ Test match: Looking to bounce back, says Tom Latham

Christchurch (New Zealand), Feb 27 (ANI): Team New Zealand is all set to play 2nd test match against India in Christchurch. New Zealand cricketer Tom Latham said that they are looking to bounce back in the match. While speaking to mediapersons, Tom Latham said, "I have got to start with Wellington and I think, it was a collective team performance and everyone was chip in along the way. It's very pleasing to come here and we are looking to bounce back. We always look to improve in some way, the way we perform, the way we bowl, discipline. Hopefully, we can keep going with the partnership. It was a really good performance and make sure we do it again." India and New Zealand will meet for second and the final Test of the series in Christchurch from February 29.

We have come up with good performance in Wellington: New Zealand's Peter Fulton

Christchurch (New Zealand), Feb 27 (ANI): Team New Zealand is all set to play 2nd test match against India in Christchurch. New Zealand cricketer Peter Fulton said that the team has come up with good performance in Wellington. While speaking to mediapersons on pitch and wickets, Peter Fulton said, "I have to be consecutive and eventually, bowler could bowl. So, it's the case of a little bit of mixture, a little bit of the condition of the day. The wickets look great here than Wellington but actually is not same." He further said, "We have senior players in the team. Confidence is probably really much ahead. We have come up with good performance in Wellington."

Bumrah, Shami are quality bowlers: Ajinkya Rahane

Christchurch (New Zealand), Feb 27 (ANI): Team India is all set to play 2nd test match against New Zealand in Christchurch. Ahead of the match, Vice Captain, Ajinkya Rahane called Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammad Shami as quality bowlers. While speaking to mediaperson, Rahane said, "I think important is to trust ourselves, not to think too much about first test match, It's all about going into the test match with fresh mindset. Be in present. We all know that 60 points are at stake. So, if we win this test match, we know that we are much ahead. It's all about testing our ability, having that faith in ourselves as a team." He further spoke about bowlers of team India and said that they'll adjust themselves on field. "There is no doubt we have about Bumrah and Shami. They are quality bowlers and we all are confident about them," Rahane said India and New Zealand will meet for second and the final Test of the series in Christchurch from February 29.

Ind vs NZ: 'Men in Blue' prepare for comeback in 2nd test

Christchurch (New Zealand), Feb 27 (ANI): Team India sweated it out ahead of 2nd test match against New Zealand in Christchurch. Men in Blue are brushing up their skills after the reprehensible defeat in the first test match in Wellington where the Kiwis defeated the Men in Blue by 10 wickets and had firm grip from the start of the match. India, New Zealand will meet for second and the final Test of the series in Christchurch from February 29.

You should have more understanding than opposition: Tim Southee on 5-wicket haul in 1st test

Wellington (New Zealand), Feb 24 (ANI): New Zealand (348, 9/0) beat India (165, 191) by 10 wickets in Wellington to take 1-0 lead in the 2-match test series. Tim Southee 5-wicket-haul helped New Zealand to historic 100th Test win. While addressing the post match press conference on February 24, the fast-bowler of New Zealand Cricket Team Tim Southee said, "It is obvious when you play in conditions you are used to a lot of cricketers are little bit more comfortable. For us it is a comeback and these are the conditions and grounds where we have played some very good cricket for number of years by now." "You should have more understanding than the opposition," Southee added. The second Test match will be played in Christchurch at Hagley Oval from February 29 to March 04.

Trying to focus on areas that were important to our plans, roles: Kane Williamson on 1st test victory

Wellington (New Zealand), Feb 24 (ANI): New Zealand (348, 9/0) beat India (165, 191) by 10 wickets in Wellington to take 1-0 lead in the 2-match test series. While addressing the post match press conference on February 24, Kiwi skipper Kane Williamson said, "We were just trying to focus on the areas that were important to our plans and roles. It was a fantastic effort especially with the bowl and some handy contributions from bat so it was an overall all-round performance." "It was a brilliant all-round game for us," he added. The second Test match will be played in Christchurch at Hagley Oval from February 29 to March 04.

In first innings, our performance really pushed us back: Kohli after losing Test Match against 'Kiwis'

Wellington (New Zealand), Feb 24 (ANI): India faced a batting collapse for the second time in the match as the side lost the first Test against New Zealand on day four by ten wickets. Speaking about losing Test Match against New Zealand, Team India captain Virat Kohli said, "This is the game where we did not show enough. I think we let ourselves down massively in the first innings with the bat. You could say that toss play a big role in this match but its uncontrollable so you can't really focus on that and take that as a massive factor. But having said that, I think in the first innings, our performance was really pushed us back. So, I think all these things and we have to understand that we were not at our best in this game and there is no shame and harm in accepting that and only then we will be able to comeback with much better mindset."

Ind vs NZ: Indian fans hopeful of comeback on 4th day of Wellington test

Wellington (New Zealand), Feb 24 (ANI): First test match between India and New Zealand entered its fourth day with the Kiwis firming up their grip on the match. Cricket fans were seen cheering for the Indian team ahead of the play of fourth day of the first Test match in Wellington. Fans flocked Basin Reserve stadium to enjoy fourth day of Wellington Test match. Fans were seen sporting Indian jerseys, holding flags. At end of day 3, India was at 144/4 trailing by 39 runs after New Zealand stacked up 348 in response to 165 runs put together by India in the first innings.

New Zealand bowlers are bowling on lovely lengths: R Ashwin

Wellington (New Zealand), Feb 23 (ANI): After bundling out New Zealand for 348 runs of 2nd innings of first Test match, India ended the day 3 at 144/4. Speaking at the press conference, Indian spinner R Ashwin said, "New Zealand bowlers are bowling well in proper line and length." 'Men in blue' trail by 39 runs over Kiwis on day 3 of the ongoing first Test match in Wellington.

Trent Boult says NZ team is at good position at end of day 3

Wellington (New Zealand), Feb 23 (ANI): New Zealand bowler Trent Boult took three wickets as New Zealand took charge on day three of the ongoing first Test against India here at the Basin Reserve on Sunday. Speaking at the press conference, Boult said, "We are in good position at the end of 3rd day. After suffering from couple of injuries I enjoyed today." India ended the day 3 at 144/4. 'Men in blue' trail by 39 runs over Kiwis on day 3 of the ongoing first Test match in Wellington.

25 percent participation of women athletes, 85 specially-abled participated in Delhi Marathon: Sachin Tendulkar

New Delhi, Feb 23 (ANI): Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar flagged off Delhi Marathon at JLN Stadium on February 23. Speaking at the event, Tendulkar appreciated the increased awareness among Delhites. He said, "This edition of marathon has been a huge success. We have 20, 000 athletes participating. The pleasing thing about today's marathon was 25 percent participation of women athletes, which clearly shows the awareness. There were 85 specially-abled athletes."

Sachin Tendulkar flags off 'New Delhi Marathon'

New Delhi, Feb 23 (ANI): Cricketing legend Sachin Tendulkar flagged off 5th edition of 'New Delhi Marathon' at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium here on February 23. The Marathon was organised by IDBI Federal Life Insurance New Delhi. Thousands of people thronged the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium to participate in the Marathon.

Ind vs NZ: Fans gather to enjoy 3rd day of Wellington test as Kiwis take lead

Wellington (New Zealand), Feb 23 (ANI): First test match between India and New Zealand entered its third day with the Kiwis taking lead of over 40 runs at the end of day 2 after finishing the 'Men in Blue' on 165 runs in the first innings. Cricket fans were seen cheering for the Indian team ahead of third day of the first Test match in Wellington. Fans flocked Basin Reserve stadium to enjoy third day of Wellington Test match.

Spinner Pragyan Ojha announces retirement from all forms of cricket

New Delhi, Feb 21 (ANI): Left-arm Indian spinner Pragyan Ojha has announced retirement from all forms of cricket on February 21. He played 24 Tests, 18 ODIs and 6 T20Is during his 16-year-long career in professional cricket before retiring. Pragyan Ojha made his international debut in 2008 and played professional cricket for 16 years. He was playing domestic cricket until 2019. The 33-year-old last played for India in 2013 during Sachin Tendulkar's farewell test against the West Indies in Mumbai. He took 113 wickets in 24 Test matches from 2009 to 2013. Pragyan Ojha posted a long message on Twitter in which he mentioned-"It's time I move on to the next phase of my life. The love and support of each and every individual will always remain with me and motivate me all the time."

Fans cheer for Indian team ahead of 1st Test match against New Zealand

Wellington (New Zealand), Feb 21 (ANI): Cricket fans cheered for the Indian team ahead of first Test match on February 21 against New Zealand in Wellington. Fans were seen sporting Indian jerseys, holding flags. They were hooting for their team as they flocked sports stadium.

'Kiwis' all set to challenge 'Men in Blue' in Test series

Wellington (New Zealand), Feb 20 (ANI): Kiwis were seen sweating ahead of the first Test Match against India in New Zealand's Wellington. The first Test match will be played in Wellington at Basin Reserve from February 21 to February 25. The second Test match will be played in Christchurch at Hagley Oval from February 29 to March 04.

'Men in Blue' preps to lock horns with 'Kiwis' in 1st Test match

Wellington (New Zealand), Feb 20 (ANI): Team India was seen practicing at nets on the cricket ground of New Zealand's Wellington. Head Coach Ravi Shastri was also seen at the stadium during practice session. The 'Men in Blue' will lock horns with 'Kiwis' on February 21. India had lost ODI series to New Zealand with 3-0.