Former India cricketer Saba Karim praised Washington Sundar as India's standout performer in an otherwise disappointing showing against New Zealand in the Pune Test, with Sundar's impressive 11-wicket haul offering hope for his future role in the Test side.

Washington Sundars sister, Shailaja Sundar, reflects on his incredible journey in Test cricket, praising his dedication, resilience, and career-best 7/59 against New Zealand. She urges fans to let Washington carve his own path without comparisons to legends.

Gautam Gambhir who was behind the decision had also emphasised the off-spinner all-rounder’s role, particularly against the left-handed batters in the NZ ranks

Washington Sundar emerged as Indian bowling's lone warrior in the 2nd Test vs New Zealand. The off-spinner has picked 10 wickets so far in both innings.

In the second Test against New Zealand, India's Washington Sundar delivered a stellar performance, claiming seven wickets and leading the bowling attack. He highlighted Rachin Ravindra's dismissal as a key moment.

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.

Washington Sundar's exceptional seven-wicket haul, alongside Ravichandran Ashwin's three wickets, dismissed New Zealand for 259. India ended the day at 16-1 in the second test in Pune. New Zealand's initial strong position crumbled under spin pressure,

New Zealand were bowled out for 259 in their first innings on day one of the second test against India in Pune on Thursday.

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.