New Zealand, having already secured the series, set India a target of 147 runs on day three of the third and final Test here on Sunday, with opener Will Young standing out for the visitors with a determined half-century.
Young, who managed 51 off 100 deliveries, was the penultimate wicket to fall on Saturday, as New Zealand's second innings folded for 174.
India's bowlers, led by Ravindra Jadeja and Ravichandran Ashwin, exploited the conditions to keep the visitors in check. Jadeja claimed yet another five-wicket haul, returning figures of 5/55, while Ashwin supported him well with 3/63.
New Zealand’s last two batters, Ajaz Patel and Matt Henry, could only add three runs to the total, beginning the day on the overnight score of 171/9.
India's bowlers quickly wrapped up the innings, bolstering their hopes of achieving a consolation win after New Zealand clinched victories in the first two Tests of the series.
The series has showcased New Zealand's consistency and resilience, as they secured an unassailable lead early on.
India’s aim to salvage some pride in the final Test now hinges on their batting performance as they chase 147 runs on a challenging pitch.
Brief Scores:
New Zealand - 235 all out and 174 all out in 45.5 overs (Will Young 51; Ravindra Jadeja 5/55, Ravichandran Ashwin 3/63).
India - 263 all out in 59.4 overs.
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