NEW DELHI: New Zealand pacer Matt Henry was all smiles as he appeared for the post-match present on the finish of Day 2 of the primary Take a look at on the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. Henry tore by the Indian batting lineup, claiming a five-wicket haul to assist New Zealand bowl India out for simply 46 — their lowest-ever Take a look at rating at dwelling.
Henry’s outstanding figures stand out as one of the vital economical five-wicket hauls by a New Zealand pacer in India.His efficiency joins an elite record of Kiwi quick bowlers excelling on Indian soil.
Henry’s feat follows Tim Southee’s 7/64 in Bengaluru (2012), Dion Nash’s 6/27 in Mohali (1999), and Richard Hadlee’s 6/49 on the Wankhede (1988).
“Was an effective way to begin the day. The way in which we’ve continued as nicely has been actually pleasing. We had been hopeful. There was a number of grass taken off, we tried to use stress for so long as we might,” Henry informed broadcasters on the shut of play on Day 2.
Henry dismissed Sarfaraz Khan (0), Rishabh Pant (20), Ravindra Jadeja (0), R. Ashwin (0), and Kuldeep Yadav (2), with glorious help from William O’Rourke on the different finish, who took 4 wickets whereas conceding simply 22 runs.
“The secret is simply worrying about what you possibly can management. For me, it was about engaged on my sport and taking the alternatives that I bought. Each time you come again right here (India), it’s an incredible place to play. All these experiences assist. It was nice to get on the market immediately. The sport being affected by rain, it’s vital to have a day like this. It’s normally actually troublesome right here and it’s about carrying on in the identical approach,” Henry added.
New Zealand ended the day at 180/three in response to India’s 46 all out, with Rachin Ravindra (22) and Daryl Mitchell (14) unbeaten on the crease.