India might lose a home Test series for the first time in 12 years, but Washington Sundar has shown he is ready for a red-ball return.

Washington Sundar played a crucial role in India's second Test match after their defeat in Bengaluru. He showcased an impressive bowling spell, taking 7 wickets for 59 runs, and gave India's campaign a significant uplift.

Washington Sundar made his mark on his return to the side, posting a seven-wicket haul to frustrate New Zealand on day one of the second Test.

The allrounder batted at No. 3 and scored a first-innings 152 for Tamil Nadu in their ongoing Ranji Trophy match against Delhi | ESPN.com

New Zealand has been spun out for 259 and Washington Sundar grabbed a career-best 7-59 for India on day one of the second test in Pune.

There is an interesting story of gratitude behind Washington Sundar’s name. India’s hero on Day 1 of the Test against New Zealand in Pune got his unusual name thanks to his father for whom this was a tribute to his benefactor. This is from the time the India all-rounder’s father was trying to make it to the Tamil Nadu Ranji Trophy team.

Washington Sundar shines in his Test comeback against New Zealand, taking 7 wickets and showcasing his skills alongside R. Ashwin. Explore his journey from being overlooked to dominating on the field

Washington Sundar vindicated his surprise selection for the second Test against New Zealand as he snared career-best figures of 7-59 in Pune on Thursday. Sundar was the second off-spinner in the Indian side behind veteran Ravichandran Ashwin but was clearly the best Indian bowler on the day as he helped bowl the visitors out for 259.

Team India have become the first side to claim all 10 wickets via off-spinners in the history of Test cricket with Washington Sundar and Ravichandran Ashwin wrecking havoc in 2nd Test vs New Zealand in Pune.