The first time New Zealand played a test in India back in 1956, they were subject to a convincing 0-2 defeat with three games finishing in a draw.

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Following test produced similar results and it wasn’t until 1980 that New Zealand managed to overcome India was a 2-0 win in their One Day International series. The turn of the century brought better fortunes for New Zealand as they overpowered India at home in the 2002-03 test. The hosts strolled to a ten wicket victory as India suffered their fourth consecutive defeat in Wellington following unsuccessful attempts in 1975, 1980 and 1998.

The latest test match series that took place between these two sides was in March 2009 and it saw India win their first series win in New Zealand since they tasted victory at the thirteenth attempt way back in 1968. Such games and enjoyment make one keen to place a cricket bet for all future Test matches! India won the first test of the series in Hamilton by ten wickets with Tendulkar and Gambhir both shining in the first innings with scores of 160 and 72 respectively. Harbhajan Singh took a total of seven wickets in the opening match and proved he was a force to be reckoned with a fantastic display of class bowling.

The second test was a high scoring affair with Laxman and Gambhir both hitting impressive centuries in the second innings. New Zealand finally succumbed and declared to give India the draw. The weather proved to New Zealand’s nemesis in the final test in Wellington with New Zealand’s attempt to hit a tough target of 450 runs being continually disrupted by rain. India will return to New Zealand knowing that it will be tough to match this year’s achievements but they will be sure to give it a good go so bet cricket online and join in the excitement!

Posted on May 15th, 2009 by Trix
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