What happened the last time India hosted New Zealand in Bengaluru Test in 2012

India host New Zealand for the 1st Test match at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru from October 16, Wednesday. Let us a have a look as to what happened the last time these two teams faced each other at this venue in 2012.

In Short

• India to host New Zealand at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru
• India won the last encounter at this venue vs Kiwis by 5 wickets in 2012
• The 1st Test match will take place on October 16, Wednesday

India is set to host New Zealand for a three-match Test series, starting October 16, Wednesday. India lead the overall head-to-head record with 22 wins in 62 games and 27 draws. Meanwhile, New Zealand won 13 matches in the format against India. As M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru is set to host the 1st Test, let us recall as to what happened the last time India hosted the Blackcaps in the format at this very venue. India clinched a 2-0 series victory over New Zealand by winning the second Test at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru, by 5 wickets in August 2012. The hosts chased down 261 on the fourth day, thanks to a steady knock from Virat Kohli and valuable contributions from skipper MS Dhoni and Cheteshwar Pujara.

After winning the toss and opting to bat first, New Zealand posted 365 in their first innings. Ross Taylor led the way with a brilliant 113, while Kruger van Wyk added 71 to take the visitors to a competitive total. Pragyan Ojha was the pick of the Indian bowlers, taking 4/90. In reply, India managed 353, falling 12 runs short of New Zealand’s total. Virat Kohli stood out with a patient 103, his second Test century. MS Dhoni (62) and Suresh Raina (55) chipped in with crucial runs to keep India in the game. For New Zealand, Tim Southee impressed with figures of 7/64, troubling the Indian batters with swing and seam.

Virat's 2nd Test hundred

New Zealand’s second innings was wrapped up for 248, despite Ross Taylor’s quick 35. R Ashwin once again starred with the ball, finishing with 5/69, taking his match tally to 12 wickets. His consistent bowling proved decisive in restricting the Kiwis.

Chasing 261 for victory, India’s top order struggled early, losing three quick wickets. However, Kohli (51) held the innings together, and Dhoni (48*) finished the job with composure. Cheteshwar Pujara’s steady 48 also provided crucial stability during the chase.

Ashwin becomes Player of the Series

With this 5-wicket win, India sealed the series 2-0. Virat Kohli was named Player of the Match and R Ashwin was named as the Player of the Series for his outstanding bowling performances throughout the two Tests.