On Day 4 of the first Test match between India and New Zealand, both Rishabh Pant and Sarfaraz Khan lost their wickets, marking a pivotal moment in the game. Rishabh Pant, who was batting brilliantly, fell just one run short of a century, scoring 99 before dragging a delivery onto his stumps. This dismissal was particularly heartbreaking for the Indian camp, as it denied him the chance to surpass MS Dhoni’s record for the most Test centuries by an Indian wicketkeeper.

Sarfaraz Khan also made a significant contribution, scoring 150 runs in a solid innings. His performance was crucial in stabilizing India’s second innings after a dismal first innings total of 46. However, he was dismissed by Tim Southee, leaving India in a challenging position.

Despite their dismissals, Pant and Sarfaraz’s partnerships had helped India build a substantial lead over New Zealand. The match remains competitive as India continues to chase down New Zealand’s first innings total of 402.