India vs New Zealand 1st Test: Can the Men in Blue Pull Off an Unthinkable Comeback?

After bowling India out on a mere score of 46 in the first innings, the Kiwis posted a total of 402 on the board, leaving the home team with a mountain to climb in the first test match at Wellington. The post-indicates that the Kiwis are in a commanding position with a 356-run lead and are determined to make the most out of this opportunity to thrash India. This leaves the Indian team with a daunting task to make a comeback against New Zealand.

The first two days of the test match have seen New Zealand dominate proceedings with impressive all round cricket and keeping India to less than 50 runs in their first innings. Indian batsman were no match for the Kiwi bowlers, who managed to send the entire Indian batting lineup back to the pavilion before the score could cross 50 runs.

Although Indian batsman have let the team down it seems the tables have turned for New Zealand batsman in their first innings. Their ability to register massive totals has put immense mental pressure on the opposition players as New Zealand would look to maintain their grip on the game through the next two days. India showed lack of stomach for a fight which reflects poorly on the preparation and skills of Indian cricketers.

It remains to be seen whether the Indian players have gained some valuable experience through their exposure to international cricket that can help them perform under pressure, and by the looks of it their lack of performances does not exude any hope of any comeback.