‘Every run out there counts’ – India and NZ brace for tense fourth-innings chase

Post author By New Zealand Blog News Service
Post date November 2, 2024

India are already aware they are in for a fight with New Zealand 143 ahead in difficult batting conditions in Mumbai
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