New Zealand Claims Historic Test Series Victory Over India

In a historic upset, New Zealand defeated India by 113 runs in the second Test at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, clinching their first-ever Test series win in India and ending India's 12-year unbeaten streak at home. Mitchell Santner was the standout performer, taking 6 wickets in the second innings for a match total of 13, while Ajaz Patel secured the final wicket to seal the victory. India, chasing a challenging target of 359, collapsed for 245 runs despite a promising start from Yashasvi Jaiswal, who scored 77. This defeat follows an eight-wicket loss in the series opener, marking India's first series loss on home soil since 2012. New Zealand's captain Tom Latham expressed pride in the team's collective effort, emphasizing the significance of their achievement. The final Test of the series is scheduled for November 1 in Mumbai, where New Zealand aims for a clean sweep.