![[WATCH] Heated Exchange Between Rohit Sharma And Daryl Mitchell Goes Viral In IND vs NZ Test](https://cricfit.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/img_2034-1.jpg "[WATCH] Heated Exchange Between Rohit Sharma And Daryl Mitchell Goes Viral In IND vs NZ Test")
The third Test between India and New Zealand at Mumbai’s Wankhede Stadium saw a heated exchange between Indian captain Rohit Sharma and New Zealand all-rounder Daryl Mitchell. The incident occurred on Day 1 before lunch, escalating tensions between the two sides.
On the fourth ball of the 26th over, India tightened their field, adding pressure on Mitchell. Chatter from Indian players, including Rohit, Sarfaraz Khan, and wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant, seemed to unsettle Mitchell, leading him to complain to the square leg umpire about the distractions.
Mitchell’s Frustration Peaks Amid Indian Pressure
Mitchell, visibly frustrated by the constant chatter and close fielding, struggled to maintain his focus as India ramped up the pressure. With Ravindra Jadeja bowling outside off stump and India fielding tightly, Mitchell found himself unable to break free. Sarfaraz Khan’s continuous talk with Pant, coupled with the intense field setup, agitated Mitchell further.
The all-rounder even voiced his displeasure to the umpire, signalling his discomfort with the Indian camp’s tactics. In an attempt to manage the situation, Rohit approached Mitchell, but their conversation quickly turned heated, reflecting the growing tension between both players.
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India’s Bowling Shifts Momentum
Despite New Zealand clinching the series, India sought to salvage pride, taking three early wickets in the first session. Akash Deep dismissed Devon Conway early on, followed by Washington Sundar’s impactful bowling, which dismantled New Zealand’s steady partnership.
Sundar bowled out Tom Latham and Rachin Ravindra, reducing New Zealand from a comfortable 59/1 to 72/3. Though Will Young fought back with a fifty, Mitchell’s unease at the crease was evident. With New Zealand aiming for a whitewash and India battling for a consolation win, the game is poised for an intense finish.
As tensions simmered on Day 1 of the Mumbai Test, the competitive spirit between India and New Zealand reached a boiling point with the clash between Rohit Sharma and Daryl Mitchell. India’s aggressive fielding and vocal tactics rattled Mitchell, adding intensity to an already high-stakes game. However, India’s determination to end the series on a strong note was clear in their bowling performance, particularly through Washington Sundar’s crucial breakthroughs.
While New Zealand has already secured the series, the Indian team remains motivated to defend their pride in the final Test. With both teams pushing hard, the remainder of the match promises further thrilling exchanges and potentially game-changing moments.
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