India's best start to a day in the opening Test against New Zealand was witnessed when Jasprit Bumrah got rid of the dangerous BJ Watling and then Tim Southee gifting his wicket to Ishant Sharma—all inside the first 20 balls. However, India's hopes of a dramatic comeback evaporated with a stunning assault by the New Zealand tailenders.

Eventually, a touch belatedly, Ishant ended Boult's cameo with a bouncer to complete a five-wicket haul. Prithvi Shaw disappointed again, but Mayank Agarwal became the only Indian and second player in the match to cross 50 in this Test. Cheteshwar Pujara , who exhibited great restraint by scoring just 11 off 81 balls, misjudged a beauty from Boult.