India Sets Sights on 359-Run Target against New Zealand

In the second Test in Pune, India bowled out New Zealand for 255 runs, setting a challenging target of 359 for victory. New Zealand, led by Tom Latham's 86 runs, added only 57 runs in the morning session before losing their final five wickets. Ravindra Jadeja excelled with three wickets, while Washington Sundar took four, following his seven-wicket haul in the first innings. This match is crucial for India, who are trying to avoid their first home Test series defeat in 12 years, having lost the first Test by eight wickets. New Zealand currently leads the three-match series 1-0. India's only successful higher chase at home was against England in 2008, making this target particularly daunting.