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India play 600th Test against New Zealand in Bengaluru
India began their 600th Test match on 16 October 2024 against New Zealand at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. They become the fourth team after England, Australia, and West Indies to reach…
The Story in Brief
India began their 600th Test match on 16 October 2024 against New Zealand at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. They become the fourth team after England, Australia, and West Indies to reach this landmark in Test cricket. New Zealand captain Tom Latham won the toss and elected to field first.
India made one change from their previous Test, bringing in Kuldeep Yadav for the injured Ravindra Jadeja. The match is part of a three-Test series, with India leading the World Test Championship standings. The milestone has been celebrated with special ceremonies and a commemorative cap.
The Indian Opinion
The 600th Test is a moment of pride, but rivalries like Border-Gavaskar and Pataudi trophies have added heft to the milestone. Officials and boards often celebrate only the big numbers. The real test of Indian cricket's depth will be how many young fans watch a full day of the current match, not just highlights.
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