In a gripping turn of events on day 3 at the Basin Reserve, Rachin Ravindra's unbeaten half-century has injected a faint glimmer of hope for New Zealand in their pursuit against Australia in the 1st Test. Facing a daunting target of 369 for victory, the Kiwis showed resilience, with Daryl Mitchell also contributing to the fightback. However, Nathan Lyon's impactful performance, securing two crucial wickets, looms large, keeping Australia in a commanding position as they eye victory on the final day.
Despite Glenn Phillips' impressive fifer that sparked a comeback for the Black Caps, Australia maintains control of the game. As the teams gear up for Day 4, New Zealand faces a challenging task to chase down the formidable target set by the visitors, with Lyon emerging as a key threat in the bowler's arsenal.