Rishabh Pant, recovering from a knee blow, took throwdowns during the Tea break on Day 3, fueling hopes for India’s second innings against New Zealand. Despite Dhruv Jurel covering as wicketkeeper, Pant is expected to bat without a penalty time, aiming to replicate his past memorable Test performances. India conceded a 356-run lead in the first innings to New Zealand after getting bowled out for 46, their lowest Test total at home.