This incident could have been a pivotal moment in the match, as Pant's wicket might have brought New Zealand closer to victory.
During the second innings of the third Test between India and New Zealand in Mumbai, Rishabh Pant got fortunate when New Zealand chose not to take a review after an appeal. However, replays later revealed that it was out.
The incident happened in the first ball of the 12th over, Ajaz Patel Patel delivered a slower, shorter ball that led to an LBW appeal, but it appeared to be spinning down the leg side. Although the ball appeared to be spinning down the leg side, Pant was struck on his body while attempting a pull shot. New Zealand opted not to review the decision, potentially missing a key opportunity, as Ajaz Patel himself seemed uncertain and did not encourage his captain to challenge the on-field call. Ball-tracking later indicated the delivery was hitting the leg stump, confirming three reds.
This incident could have been a pivotal moment in the match, as Pant’s wicket might have brought New Zealand closer to victory.
India bowled out New Zealand for 174, setting a target of 147 runs. However, they faced difficulties with the bat, losing quick wickets early on. Key players like Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Yashasvi Jaiswal, and Sarfaraz Khan fell cheaply, leaving India in a tough spot at 29-5. Rishabh Pant, however, provided some resistance with a quick and well-deserved fifty. At the time of writing this report, India are at 92-6, still needing 55 runs to win, with Pant and Washington Sundar at the crease.
Ajaz Patel continues to shine for New Zealand, claiming four wickets, while Matt Henry and Glenn Phillips each added one to the tally.
Despite having lost the series 2-0, India should win this Test to avoid a whitewash and keep their hopes alive for qualifying for the World Test Championship final.
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