Ahead of the second and penultimate Test versus India, in Pune, New Zealand have been dealt with a big setback as star batter Kane Williamson continues to sit out.

Ind vs NZ: Kane Williamson ruled out of 2nd Test in Pune due to groin strain

As Rohit Sharma-led India gear up for the second and penultimate Test versus New Zealand, in Pune, Hitman won hearts with his gesture for a special fan. The fan was patiently waiting for India's practice session to end, at the MCA Stadium in Pune, and caught hold of Rohit as he was entering the Indian dressing room.

Ind vs NZ, 2nd Test: 'I'll tell Virat,' Rohit obliges to fan's SPECIAL request while signing autograph - Watch

Indian assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate has revealed the real reason behind the inclusion of Washington Sundar in the Indian squad as they prepare for the second Test match against New Zealand.

IND vs NZ: Ryan ten Doeschate states THIS reason for Washington Sundar's inclusion in the Indian squad

Indian Cricket added all-rounder Washington Sundar to the side for the remaining two Test matches as the hosts, now trailing 0-1, look to stage a comeback into the three-match Test series.

IND vs NZ: Washington Sundar added to Indian squad for Pune and Mumbai Tests

Indian captain Rohit Sharma is cautious about the extent of injury to Rishabh Pant after the wicketkeeper-batter did not keep gloves for the hosts in the second innings of the Bengaluru Test match.

IND vs NZ, 1st Test: We have to be extra careful, not just careful with him - Rohit Sharma on Rishabh Pant

India will have hopes in the heart but fate won't be in their hands on Sunday (Oct 20) as they look to save the Bengaluru Test against New Zealand. With New Zealand needing only 107 runs to win and having the entire Day 5 in hands, much will depend on what role rain will play with heavy showers and bad light wrapping proceedings on Saturday.

IND vs NZ, Weather Report: India at rain god's mercy in Bengaluru as visitors look to draw first blood

India are left at the mercy of the rain gods after Day 4 of the Bengaluru Test ended with New Zealand sitting in pole position to win the Bengaluru Test match. After bowling India out for 462 runs in the second innings, the visitors now need 107 runs to win the match.

IND vs NZ, 1st Test: New Zealand sit in pole position despite Sarfaraz Khan, Rishabh Pant's heroics with bat

Rishabh Pant had a bitter-sweet moment on Saturday (Oct 19) after he missed out on a certain hundred against New Zealand on Day 4 of the Bengaluru Test. Batting on Day 4 of the Test match, Rishabh was dismissed on 99 by William O'Rourke having earlier scored a mammoth six standing on one knee.

WATCH: Rishabh Pant clears the roof with monstrous 107m six, misses out on ton against New Zealand

After end of Day 2 of the India versus New Zealand Bengaluru Test, on Thursday (Oct 17), a 'bandaged' Mohammed Shami was reportedly seen bowling at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium.

'Bandaged' Mohammed Shami bowls nearly full tilt in Bengaluru stadium after Day 2 of Ind vs NZ Test: Report

The Indian team was left in sixes and sevens at the end of Day 3 of the ongoing Bengaluru Test against New Zealand after they lost Virat Kohli on the final ball of the day.

IND vs NZ: Rohit's reaction after Virat Kohli's dismissal goes viral as hosts struggle to save Bengaluru Test

New Zealand sit in pole position to win the Bengaluru Test after they gained a 356-run lead in the first innings against India in the first of the three-match Test series.

IND vs NZ, 1st Test: New Zealand in pole position in Bengaluru despite Kohli-Sarfaraz fightback

Team India’s problems have gone from bad to worse on Day 2 of the Bengaluru Test as Rohit Sharma’s side struggles to save the Test match. Playing on Day 2 (Oct 17) against New Zealand at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, India were first bowled out for 46 but the biggest setback came in the final session of play when Rishabh Pant limped off with a knee issue.

IND vs NZ: Rishabh Pant limps off with knee injury, mounts pressure on Team India ahead of Australia tour

It was a day of humiliation for Indian batters on Thursday (Oct 17) after the hosts were bowled out for 46 runs in their first innings against New Zealand in the Bengaluru Test.

IND vs NZ: Meme fest takes centre stage as Team India gets compared to RCB after first innings humiliation

India is focused on the three-match Test series versus New Zealand, at home, which got underway on Wednesday (Oct 16). However, they have one eye on the forthcoming five-match Test series in Australia, starting on Nov 22 in Perth.

Ind vs Aus: Anil Kumble feels Shubman Gill should not open in Rohit Sharma's absence, names his pick

Ahead of the New Zealand Test series opener, on Wednesday (Oct 16) in Bengaluru, India captain Rohit Sharma addressed the rumours surrounding his captaincy takeover for the first Test versus Australia, in the upcoming five-match Test series Down Under, in Perth.

Ind vs NZ: Bumrah always part of leadership group - Rohit on rumours of captaincy takeover for Perth Test

New Zealand pacer Ben Sears has been ruled out of the upcoming Test series against India after he failed to recover on the eve of the series opener in Bengaluru.

IND vs NZ: New Zealand pacer Ben Sears ruled out of three-match Test series; uncapped Jacob Duffy roped in

After a fluent show in the home series against Bangladesh, Team India will look to continue their fine form in the Test series as they take on New Zealand. With World Test Championship (WTC) final spot up for grabs India will look to make the most of their chances as they host the BlackCaps under Rohit Sharma's captaincy.

IND vs NZ 1st Test Live Streaming: When, where & how to watch India vs New Zealand Live on laptop, mobile, TV

Jasprit Bumrah has been named vice-captain of the Indian Test side after the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced the 15-man squad for the Test series against New Zealand on Friday (Oct 11).

IND vs NZ: Jasprit Bumrah named vice-captain as Team India announces 15-man squad for New Zealand series

Former India opener Sanjay Manjrekar has made a massive claim on the star duo of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma he claimed that both are not in their prime. Both Rohit and Virat will be part of the Indian team for the upcoming Test series against New Zealand starting on Wednesday (Oct 16), however, according to Manjrekar, both are in the twilight of their careers.

'Virat and Rohit are not in their prime': Former opener makes massive claim on legendary Indian pair

With the World Test Championship (WTC) final in sight Team India will look to continue their impressive form against New Zealand in the upcoming three-match Test series.

New Zealand tour of India: All you need to know about IND vs NZ Test series - live streaming, schedule

The Indian women's team will look to start their T20 World Cup campaign on a high as they face New Zealand on Friday (Oct 4). India, runners-up in 2020 and semifinalists in 2018 and 2023, will have a stern challenge as they face the Blackcaps, who have been runners-up twice.

Women's T20 World Cup, IND vs NZ Live Streaming: When & how to watch India vs New Zealand Live on TV

Former Team India batting coach Vikram Rathour and ex-Sri Lanka great Rangana Herath have joined New Zealand’s backroom staff for the first leg of their Asian tour.

Vikram Rathour, Rangana Herath join New Zealand's backroom staff for Afghanistan and Sri Lanka Tests

India vs New Zealand U19 Super Six Live Streaming: Defending champions India will square off with New Zealand in the super six-stage match of the under-19 ICC World Cup on Tuesday (Jan 30) after three wins on the trot.