Overnight batsman Rachin Ravindra hit a sparkling century to extend New Zealand's lead to a commanding 299 on day three of the rain-hit first Test against India on Friday.

Rachin Ravindra scored his first test century on Indian soil as New Zealand took a commanding first-innings lead of 299 runs on the third day of the first test.

Rachin Ravindra expressed relief after New Zealand claimed the crucial wicket of Virat Kohli on the third day of the Test against India. Ravindra credited his pre-tour training at Chennai Super Kings Academy for his performance,